Originally Posted by Struts1

I like building models in bigger scale, just something different then usual.

Few guys have already built AN-225's models, one fellow out in Europe had russian shuttle "Buran" on top of his 225 as that's why this aircraft was built for. Russian version of NASA's B741 SCA but 4 times bigger!

Originally Posted by Rellic

Gee Bee Model D ? Do tell more, is it the Henry Haffke Coverite Kit? I had one years ago with a Webra Speed 40. Loved that LITTLE Airplane. In all my years of modeling it was the only Airplane I ever sold and still regret it.

Originally Posted by philipa_240sx

I'm projecting an AUW of ~12oz. Yes, it's that light! Once of the advantages of small electric power systems... no vibration to worry about so you can build a lighter airframe.

A small brushless outrunner with about 60W of power should suffice. That should meet my target of 80w/lb for nice scale flight.

The original 1955 design was powered by a .049 to .15 engine.



Sometimes there isn't demand to produce a full kit. At least a short kit gives the opportunity to allow some less than mainstream models to be mfg'd.

I have several of Pat Tritle's short kits that are beautifully designed. I just had to buy commonly available dimensional balsa stock:

- Clipped wing Taylorcraft
- GeeBee Model D
- Ultimate Bipe 22" WS

They all fly really nice.

Originally Posted by Struts1

Your Beaver is looking great, how r u going to power it?

Originally Posted by philipa_240sx

Although not large compared to some of the other projects mentioned, here is what I am working on:

Reproduction of the 1955 Berkeley Beaver kit. It has a 48" WS (1/12 scale) and is configurable for RC, FF, and CL.

The short kit was purchased from Dan Walton @ Laser Technologies. It's far from a complete kit as I had to fabricate the wing spars and numerous small pieces by hand. The cowl was not included either so I will have to build from scratch as well.

Still lots more to go!