Interstate Cadet (oz3365)

About this Plan

Interstate Cadet. Rubber scale model.

Quote: "A Miniature Flying 'Cadet'. A Realistic Flying Scale Model With Proportions That Give It Contest Performance. By Earl Stahl.

UNCLE SAM has recognized that one of the greatest assets to the aerial defense of our nation is to have a vast store of trained flyers. The Civilian Pilots Training Program, while of a non-military nature, is expected to supply, at a comparatively low cost, thousands of potential military aviators: 100,000 of whom are said to be required to man the great number of fighting craft now under construction.

Interstate's new lightplane, the 'Cadet,' was designed specifically for the requirements of training planes for this program. This two-passenger sport-trainer follows conventional lightplane practice and incorporates features of design and construction to improve performance and facilitate manufacture and maintenance. Powered by a four-cylinder Continental engine of 65 hp, it zips along at a maximum speed of 109 mpph. A non-stop flight of 375 miles is possible while averaging 100 mph. When it is necessary to land the Cadet floats to the runway at a mere 36 mph.

Aerodynamically and structurally, the Cadet is ideal for modeling. Unlike most lightplanes, it has a rather long fuselage as compared to the wing; the nose is long enough to create proper balance. Further, a large propeller can be used without lengthening the landing gear. Because of the plane's simple yet attractive design, it is not difficult to construct an accurate, rugged model with a superior flight performance from the plans which accompany this article.

Following is the recommended procedure of construction.

Fuselage. Properly join the plans together so construction can be started. A rectangular frame is the backbone of the fuselage, it is shown lightly shaded on the plan. Two sides are built from medium grade 3/32 square balsa, one atop the other to insure identify. When the cement has dried, the two sides are inverted over the top view; pin them into position and cement the 3/32 square crosspieces to place, being careful the entire structure is correctly aligned. It will be necessary to crack the longerons in order that they can be pulled into position at the front..."

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Article pages, text and pics, thanks to RFJ.

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