The right combination: match your airframe, engine and prop to suit your flying skills
Article Abstract:
Advice on selecting the most suitable model airplane for your abilities is presented. Attention is given to the airframe, engine and propeller.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 2000
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Choose the right prop for your engine
Article Abstract:
Issues concerning the technical structure of model airplanes engines are discussed. It is emphasized that the propeller diameter and pitch should be chosen to match the airplane's design and engine type in order to obtain best flying performance.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 2001
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Select a prop using thrust to weight ration
Article Abstract:
Issues are presented concerning the calculations which should be used in the selection of an engine for a model airplane. The use of power loading calculations to determine the thrust required from the engine is discussed.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 2001
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