Why not winglets?

Article Abstract:

Using winglets on sailplanes may help eliminate air drag due to the vortex formed at the tip of a wing during flight. Winglets are small, vertical winglike objects at the ends of the wings that are widely accepted in commercial aviation but rare in model aviation.

Game, Toy, and Children's Vehicle Manufacturing, Games, toys, and children's vehicles, Hobby & Model Kits, Column, Hobby supplies

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A view from the slope: slope combat

Article Abstract:

The use of expanded polypropylene (EPP) foam for the construction of model sailplanes has allowed for more realistic full-contact airplane combats. The light and strong EPP returns to shape after being distorted in mid-air collisions.

Usage, Polypropylene

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Convert a power kit to a slope soarer

Article Abstract:

Information is presented on the conversion of a radio-control ducted-fan jet into a glider by modifying the kit of an A-4 Skyhawk.

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