Pikolo (oz6154)

About this Plan

Pikolo. Radio control sport model. 49in span, 384 sq. in wing area. Model # pl-158. Designed by Hoh Fang-Chiun. Featured in RCM 2-66.

Quote: "Escapements or four channel, the Pikolo is a rugged, dependable, and easy-to-handle design for the Sunday flier. By Hoh Fang-Chiun.

THIS Radio-Controlled Sport design is recommended if you want fun at low expense and little effort. It is easy to build, robust in construction and possesses a constant stable flight performance once the model is properly trimmed. The powerplant can be any diesel or glow engine of .09 to .15 capacity.

Any radio outfit providing rudder and motor throttle controls may he readily installed. Because there are so many suitable R/C systems available on the market I did not specify ony particular installation on the plan. My original prototype uses a Lerman Vario-phon-Varioton R/C set, with a Bellamatic servo for rudder and a Servoautomatic servo for throttle, the installation of which is clearly shown on the photographs.

The construction of the model is quite conventional, so building it should not offer difficulties even to the beginners. As can be seen from the plan, materials used are often generous. Therefore, select only medium or medium-soft balsa wood throughout the entire model in order to keep the weight down to a minimum.

Construction: Start with the wing. After cutting the ribs and spars, pin down the trailing edge directly on the plan over wax paper, be sure that the notches are already cut in the trailing edge. When cutting these notches, make them slightly undersize for a tight fit to the ribs. Cement all ribs in place except the center rib WA, using pins to hold these in position while they are drying..."

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