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That regulation refers to any model that is capable of having a fail safe set and it really comes down to the user (ie us) to know the laws and regulations that we are required to fly to. All the information is available from the BMFA, either in the handbook or the CAP 658 publication. As recent events have showed, we must all be seen to be flying to the law and regulations and ignorance of these widely published documents is no excuse unfortunately these days.
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It is a legal requirement for ALL powered aircraft (whatever their weight) fitted with a receiver capable of operating in failsafe mode, to, as a minimum reduce the engine speed to idle on loss or corruption of signal. In other words nearly all modern radios have this function so nearly every model you fly must have the failsafe set correctly, whether the model is greater or less than 7kg. This is legally required by CAP 658 and has been for some time. Failsafe operation should be checked on a regular basis.
This is also one of the mandatory questions that are asked for the A and B Certificates.
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Hi Rich,
I'm sorry but we need to limit people coming to those either entering or having an interest in pylon racing. The parking could be a problem as could the catering, so while we want to encourage cadets etc, this isn't really the event for them to come to.
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As I mentioned before, we are organising a Pylon Race meeting at Paddock Wood on Sunday 20th January. It is for E2K electric or the IC powered Club 20 airframes. As most pylon meetings are up north, we would really like this one to be a great success and then hopefully more local ones like this will take place in the futureSo if you have an Equaliser or any other model that would qualify, do please think about entering for the 20th. It would be great to show the other competitors that we have sufficient interest down here.If you like club pylon races, you'll really enjoy this day of racing and I can thoroughly recommend it. This is very much an entry level pylon meeting and is ever so friendly and informal and a whole lot of fun.The venue too, is superb, with a club house with tea and coffee all day, decked area with a fire pit to keep warm, hanger and for a small charge, breakfast rolls and bbq lunch!So, basically we need to know who is interested in flying and who is interested in just coming along to watch as soon as possible. If you want to come along on the 20th at all, please do email Gavin at the address below which is in the article Gavin wrote for the last SE area BMFA Newsletter. I've attached it below again as it gives a bit more information. Gavin will then let you know the address of the venue. Also, if you have any questions, please do email Gavin too and he'll be happy to answer them. Any Equaliser in the same set up as we use for club comps will be perfectly good for you to enter.Really hope you can come along to fly or to watch.Cheers,James.
Ever thought of trying Pylon Racing, or competed in the past?
There is a movement afoot trying to resurrect the Club 20 racing series along side the newer electric formula of E2K. There have already been race meetings in Shrewsbury and BMFA Buckminster which have been a great success. On the 20th January 2019 a race meet will be held near Paddock Wood in Kent to gain some interest in the south.
E2K follows simple rules, which are available on the BMFA website, and all models have restricted airframe designs making the racing close and exciting. Where E2K is the entry level electric powered formula, Club 20 uses the old club 20 airframes with either an ASP or SC 0.32 motor (which fits in the 25 size mount). A competitive E2K model can be built for around £100 making it an affordable sport at entry level.
All events are pre-entry only to allow for the racing matrix to be compiled, if you fancy having a go then please contact me at support@evolution-models.com where I can pass on details of the event to those wishing to enter. Alternatively log on to Facebook and find us on the E2K/Club 32/C2000 Pylon Racing page. Race entry normally costs £5 for the cost of field hire, at the Paddock Wood Event the club have kindly confirmed for a total of £10 they will include a breakfast roll, lunch and tea and coffee on tap. More importantly in January they have a fire pit and heated clubhouse to keep us all warm between rounds!
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Hi Ben,
Webra are certainly not the same as the Weston Uk West engines. They may have the same distributor but Webra are or certainly used to be great engines from Austria. I've had one for years in my big Hurricane. I certainly wouldn't touch a West engine with a barge pole though!
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Draining tank
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I personally empty the tank and where possible stop any un burnt fuel from getting in the engine. Glow fuel is different to petrol in that the nitro especially is corrosive and the methanol is hydoscopic so absorbs moisture. This isn't good to leave in the engine as it can corrode bearings etc. After the last flight of the day I often pull the feed pipe off the carb and let the engine run out and stop then empty the tank. Plus it stops fuel leaking all over the car lol. Also most cars don't use the fuel as the lubrication for the engine, whereas model engines do, so the fuel gets to every part of the engine and thus can then corrode bits if left for a time.
James.
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Great video Ivan, thanks so much for filming it. Really like flying that Flybaby, never get bored with it even after 25 years!
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The Bmfa website posts regular updates on the negotiations. This is the latest...
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I was in Avicraft last night and was very impressed with your building skills Emma, well done
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Great videos Ivan, thanks for taking them. I still chuckle watching Emay's 'landing' in the relay race!
James.
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Hi Ben,
Got a straight push rod out the back of the fuselage for the elevator then closed loop on the rudder. Works very well.
James.
If you go and see Rob at Avicraft he will gladly tell you all you need to know and give you some instructions
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Hi Ben,
I've got a full size Frantic, had it for years and it's one of my all time favorite planes.
James.
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All Spectrum users should check out the BMFA website for another Spectrum recall on some of their receivers.
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Last time I looked the Irvine 39 was about £80, but most places are out of stock. I think Ripmax must have a stock of them to get rid of which is why they are selling them with the Wot 4.
The only blue series of os engines i can think of are the old LA Series, which were very common a few years ago. A very good engine, but basic with plain bearings etc. A 46 should be quite easy to find though I would have thought. I still really like os engines, but as you say they are pricey. Their new 2 strokes are still great but the new 4 strokes have had a few issues. Old os 4 strokes however are the best - my old os 90 4 stroke in my flybaby is now 32 years old and the only parts that i have replaced are the bearings a couple of times, that's all and its done hundreds of flights and been in constant use, mostly in that model all that time and it still starts first flick every time - brilliant engine!
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The Irvine 39 is the best fun fly engine by a mile, very light and small and extremely powerful. It will take my Fusion almost out of sight in 20 seconds! I didn't think they still made it, but glad to see it's still around. In my opinion no other make of engine comes close for smoothness, power and rev-ability. More than enough power for any wot 4
James.
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The 12.25x3.75 is a great fun fly prop, give it a try, though it might be a bit big for your 35. It will give you lots of breaking effect when you throttle back though which is just what you want on a fun fly.
James.
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No contest, ic all day long. Electric has its place but i just can't get the same buzz flying electric. Especially for scale, a good engine makes the plane, especially if it's Ian's 5 cylinder radial in his Lysander - wow what a great sound!
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There's an article all about this Bleriot in this month's RCM&E (November) by Alex Whittaker. There are some great photos which were taken at Old Warden in July and lots of details.
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89mm back from the leading edge at the root of the wing for the CofG.
For initial flights the manual suggests the following throws:
Elevator 10mm each way
Rudder 25mm each way
aileron 8mm each way, but as you're now experienced, I'd increase this a bit!
Hope that helps,
James.
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Hi Ben,
Is that the Wot Trainer that was for sale on the forum? If it is, it's not a Uno Wot, but a Ripmax ARTF Wot Trainer and they are not the same model at all. I have a friend with a Wot Trainer, so will ask if he still has the instructions.
James.
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This year's Wings and Wheels is coming up on the 25th/26th of this month. Big fairly local show with lots of trade too and huge bring and buy. There are quite a few of us going/flying there. It's well worth a visit
James.
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All the dates are also on the club calendar....
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...ps if anyone can help out with the bbq i'd be very grateful
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As Ben said, the comps will start about 12ish and the bbq will be at some point throughout the afternoon. Everyone is more than welcome to come along, but as this isn't nearly as big as our main summer bbq, i've only catered for 30, so get to the front of the queue lol.
Looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow.
James.
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2019 - May - Old Warden MayFly Modelair weekend
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I'd imagine that it means 5m across the front and 5m deep, not area.
Rich, it's not a show, so discounts don't apply I suppose.
James.