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Spencer's ornithopter

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Percival H. Spencer's ornithopter is a man-carrying model whose engine is installed within the fuselage. It was believed to be the first successful radio-controlled ornithopter and the only one ever to fly. Its only means of propulsion are the flappers made of rip-stop nylon.

Author: Stilley, Faye
Publisher: Air Age, Inc.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1999
Models, Discovery and exploration, Ornithopters, Spencer, Percival H.

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Create multicolored graphics: an easy technique for iron-on covering

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An easy technique to add multicolored graphics to RC planes, by sealing small pieces under the larger graphic to make it secure, is described. Step-by-step instructions are provided on how to create the template, assemble it and seal it onto the plane.

Author: Stilley, Faye
Publisher: Air Age, Inc.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 2004
Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Usage, Forecasts and trends, Market trend/market analysis, Color computer graphics, Colour computer graphics

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Covering R/C airplanes: surface preparation

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The surface of a radio-controlled model plane must be prepared beforehand if heat sensitive plastic is to be affixed to it. Detailed step-by-step instructions are presented for preparing the surface.

Author: Stilley, Faye
Publisher: Air Age, Inc.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1992
Methods, Coating processes

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Subjects list: Evaluation, Airplanes, Model, Model aircraft
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