Space Ship (oz8502)

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Space Ship. Jetex powered sport model. Uses the Jetex Scorpion engine.

Quote: "Launched from a catapult, with rocket engine assist, this fireball reaches for the stars.

WHAT the first space ship will look like we can only guess. However, from the many proposals we've read in recent years, we reached the conclusion that it will be similar to this model. In the design, we endeavored to integrate our ideas on model proportions to coincide as much as possible with the theories being advanced for full-scale rocket flight.

To lend greater realism to our model's flights, a catapult is used. It is of simple construction and rubber band power serves as the propelling force. Using this power alone, we have had great success; yet added performance and realism can be obtained with the installation of a rocket motor. The combination sends the model shooting high into the air and we've felt well rewarded for the efforts put into its design and construction.

Despite its streamlined appearance and unusual configuration, the model is quite easy to build, even for someone lacking extensive model building experience. If you should take advantage of the full-size plan service, the time involved in scaling some of the important outlines can be eliminated, thus allowing more time for the actual construction.

Begin construction with the wing and tail surfaces. Both the stabilizer and wing are cut from 3/16 sheet balsa..."

Direct submission to Outerzone.

Quote: "Wow, bungee launch, Jetex and a DT to pop the parachute. I'm pretty sure nobody ever duplicated this effort... Dave"

NOTE see also: http://archivesite.jetex.org/models/plans/plans-air-600.html#spaceship

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