"Radio controlled Fly from"
Getting ready for a radio-controlled flight of model Airport. The plane's
receivers must be adjusted to the proper wave lengths
receivers must be adjusted to the proper wave lengths
Over "model airport" a 600-foot square field near Los Angeles, Calif., a pilotless airplane banked gracefully into the wind, approached a little group of eager observes beside the runaway, and, with, its engine idling, glided in for a perfect three-point landing. The observes were some of the 300 members of the Gas Model Airplane Association of Southern California who gather at Model Airport to fly their little planes.
to progress from simple modifications to the creation of unique designs. It deals with basic materials, essential aerodynamic considerations, the various constructional methods, the wide range of model configurations and size as well as a choice of power plants. The book finishes with tips on drawing plans, getting them published and safely completing the early test flights.