Flipper (oz15940)

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Flipper. Simple indoor glider model. All-sheet design. Wingspan 7 in.

Quote: "May I introduce myself, fellows? I am Professor Herr Foil, holding professional degrees in the KAC, AMA and NAA. I have been designing, building and flying models for the past decade. During that time I have gained much knowledge in these phases of model aeronautics, and also through my association with you model builders throughout the country. One thing stands out in my observations - many beginners start their model-building career with models that really are above their capabilities. For the sake of these beginners and future national champions, I have designed this simple but efficient glider.

Start on the fuselage, which is made from 1/8 sheet balsa, by cutting to the designed outline and sanding smooth. The corners 40 should be rounded to reduce weight and to streamline the model. The wing is cut from 1/32 sheet balsa having a straight grain, and sanded smooth by removing the saw-cut marks and fuzz. The center joining section of the wing should coincide with the dotted lines; this will insure the proper amount of dihedral and smooth joint to the fuselage.

The rudder and stabilizer are cut from 1/32 sheet balsa and sanded smooth so that light can be seen through them. A good grade of glue well applied should hold the surfaces onto the fuselage. Particular care should be taken on the wing-to-fuselage joint so that the wing fits on evenly and securely. After a few minutes of glue drying, a pin can be inserted into the nose for weight, and the model ran then take to the air. A bit of left rudder will insure a right-hand launch with much altitude for that floating glide."

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