Super Sonic Soarer (oz6616)

About this Plan

Super Sonic Soarer. RC Sailplane.

Quote: "A large lightweight thermal-sniffing glider for single or multi-channel. Super Sonic Soarer, by Willie L Hill.

The Super Sonic Soarer has been designed to satisfy the needs of the newcomer to radio control glider flying, who wishes to start with a large enough model to handle the present day radio gear and launching methods. This ship will accept engines in the smaller power size for docile power launches or a slightly larger motor to really put it up where the eagles dare to fly. It is docile at almost any height.

The original Super Sonic Soarer was flown single channel only, however, other versions of the model have been flown with rudder and elevator controls. Needless to say, it retains much of its same flying characteristics with either type control. Although designed specifically for teaching the beginner the finer points of glider flying, this model is no pushover and could stand up equally well against the latest thermal glider design. The particular model presented in this article is a result of several years of experimentation and modification.

Construction. Holding true to its purpose, all construction is down to a minimum of difficulty and could be handled by the rawest of beginners. First of all, I will have to say that handpicking the wood is essential in constructing your model. If you have not done this before it is quite an experience and could determine the final results of a strong and rugged aircraft that will be around for more and more of your accidental crashes.

Start constructing the fuselage by splicing two 3/32 sheets together to cover the entire length of the fuselage side. Follow the same procedure for the other side, then cut out identical forms. At this time, the reinforcing braces R1 through R5 can be glued to the sides of the fuselage. Simply take a strip of 1/8 x 3/8 balsa and cut the required lengths of strip. Before applying the rails for the servo, take the servo and place it in position on the plans to see exactly where the rails for your par-ticular unit will be positioned, then glue them into place. Next, cut out each former to the outline on the plans..."

Update 02/09/2017: Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to davidterrell80. Quote: "I started with Elijah's plan and restored the geometry from the IPG facsimile, then I updated the text on the drawing and cleaned up some of the feathering (Irish pennants), so the lines would be a bit crisper. Finally I set the page size to be whole inches."

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