Miles Magister (oz15813)

 

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Miles Magister. Radio control scale model, for electric power with GWS STD 280 geared motor. Wingspan 30 in.

Quote: "Miles Magister. From an Earl Stahl plan. Modified by Jim Wilkerson."

Quote: "The Miles Magister was one of the British Training airplanes of WW2. The Magister was known for its flyability and performance, achieved through efficient design.

Model: The model depicts a close following of the real airplane. The most significant departure is an increase of the horizontal stabilizer by about 10%. Due to the high thrust line and narrow nose, an optional nose is provided on the plan. The option shows a lower thrust line and a wider nose cross-section.

The model has a 30-inch wingspan and was powered by a GWS speed 280 with modifications.

The model is designed to be controlled by a lightweight 3-channel receiver, 2 micro servos and a ESC. The controls were rudder, elevator and motor. The 280 motor used 270mh nickel metal hydride rechargeable batteries of 8.4 volts.

In general, the model is built using standard stick and tissue construction, not unlike a rubber-powered model. This construction allows a 2-ounce airframe and about 10 ounces ready to fly.

Wing: The wing is of conventional rib construction. The center section is of constant cross section and uses the ribs marked 'W1'. The outer panels are tapered in chord and thickness. For lightness, shallow spars (1/8 x 1/16) were used. This allows stiffness due to the thick wing. The leading edge is cut from 1/8 sheet and tapered to fit rib fronts. The trailing edge is 1/8 x 3/8 and can be stripped from sheet stock or dimensioned material can be used.

To build the wing, cut out a set of ribs and wing tips. Prepare the leading and trailing edges. Place the wing plan on a flat surface that can accept straight pins. The wing is built in 3 sections. Build the center section first, then the outer panels. Cover the plan with waxed paper so that paper is not stuck to the balsa.

Pin the bottom spar and the trailing edges to the plan. Place the ribs on the spar with the alignment shown on the plans. The ribs must be vertical. Pins through the ribs will assure they are flat against the work surface. Carefully glue (CA) ribs to spar and ribs to trailing edge. Cut and install the two top spars and glue.

Each panel is built in a similar fashion with the spars left a little long where they join the center section. After the panels are built, the leading edge can be attached to the front of the ribs. Trim the spars of each outer panel to match those of the center section with each wingtip elevated..."

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  • (oz15813)
    Miles Magister
    by Jim Wilkerson
    30in span
    Scale Electric R/C LowWing
    clean :)
    all formers complete :)
  • Submitted: 18/12/2024
    Filesize: 553KB
    Format: • PDFvector
    Credit*: Pilgrim
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