Bill_B

Posted by Allan Bennett on 25/05/2016 08:35:12: The final line in Multiplex's instructions says, "don't apply excessive MULTIPrimer or paint, as it could damage or even destroy the part.". But what constitutes "excessive"? Sounds dodgy to me. To be fair Multiplex aren't renowned for making dodgy products and I think common sense might suggest that 'excessive' means not priming the sponge until it's sopping wet, or using a brush to apply the fluid. I've used a fair amount of the Elapor primer and have yet to experience any long term issues. Also, the Elapor specific paint they manufacture sticks like the proverbial once the surfaces have been primed.

Posted by Ian Southerton 1 on 22/05/2016 19:55:43: Only managed to stay for 3 hours before the wife dragged me away, but had a great time. It's inspired me to go flying more this year! Thanks to all who organised and entertained at the event! Ian An obvious tip if I may: Don't involve the wife in anything aeronautical. Satisfaction is then guaranteed!

You could as long as you don't expect the motor to give the heavier Heron (+300g) the same climb rate as the Radian. Anyway, I don't call that being a cheapskate, I call it 'engaging in optimum recycling'.

Wow, that takes me back, thanks for the memory nudge. I had a Puple Haze back in the day and it was a brilliant little plane, as was the Sussex Model Centre Splot!.

Looks nice! Any specifications please?

Switch on tranny, set throttle trim all the way back, put stick to max throttle, plug up battery/ESC, wait for a tone, set throttle back to minimum and it should work. Apologies if you've already tried this.

Posted by Ben Kelly on 17/04/2016 10:16:03: Will multirotors be allowed to fly at these events? I would love to get some aerial video of the action. I'm not sure that mixing a drone/multi rotor with fixed wing traffic would be good idea due to the risk of a mid-air collision. In my experience planes are easier to spot in the circuit than a (usually) smaller drone. I suppose filming just one airborne plane at a time could work though? I'm not aiming to be negative, but there's a good reason that fixed wing and helis are kept apart at most flying fields.

I am!

Posted by Percy Verance on 26/04/2016 21:15:55: Owdlad It's easy enough to spot the former SMAE members as their (now) BMFA membership numbers - mine included - begin with a zero........ .........Or we still have our original pin badge too.

Posted by David P Williams on 24/04/2016 20:46:02: ........but you don't ban the activitiy, you try to educate or prosecute the idiots. ....unless it concerns firearms of course. Just don't mention the handgun ban!

Posted by john stones 1 on 26/09/2015 22:37:53: Lizzie's always been elite...she a Yorkie ....why's there no white rose in the smilies John Don't worry, there's no leek/daffodil, shamrock or thistle either. It's favouritism I tell you!

It seems even the Tooth Fairy has a drone. LINK

Might be worth a read: LINK

Posted by Philip Vince 1 on 22/09/2015 17:10:13: Gemini x 3, Twinstar x 2, EasyStar x 2, FunCub x 1, Dogfighter x 1. RockStar - rubbish. I know this won't be allowed, but maybe the moderator won't waste his money. No more Multiplex for me, I'm afraid. You are entitled to your opinion, but I think you're being a tad harsh about the Rockstar and you missed Multiplex's pièce de résistance off your list, the amazing 'Funjet'. If you haven't tried one you're really missing out on a truly versatile model. By that I mean it can be built so light as to be flown indoors, modified to take a small gas turbine or EDF, or simply powered by its recommended power plant and the ubiquitous 2200mAh 3s battery. It's appearance belie it's handling qualities.

Someone nicked the canopy and pilot!

Scott, bird strikes are a daily occurance worldwide and are an act of nature, however, engine manufactures are still required to certify their engines to withstand a certain amount of damage as a result. Without going over old ground ad nauseum, drones are a different kettle of fish. Any sized drone in the vicinity of a live airfield is a risk which is unacceptable and IMHO, unnecessary.

Here we go again: **LINK** It really can't be much too longer before an airliner is bought down through this sort of idiotic behaviour.

I've had the 50mm Hawk, F-16, Mig 15 and Robbe Nano Vektor (Little Screamer) and all flew using both the 3s and 4s CS fan units. By far the best in terms of speed and handling was the Nano Vektor (on 4s) followed closely by the F-16 (on 3s). The Hawk was just 'ok' on 3s but the Mig 15 was an utter dog on both units. Also, careful balancing of the CS fan is critical to achieving a nice whoosh sound and again the Nano Vektor was the quietest of the bunch. The Nano Vektor is available HERE. Just my 2d worth.

Hobbyking's warehouse has a few and they are the Sky Angel versions: LINK Edited By Bill_B on 18/09/2015 19:04:57 Edited By Bill_B on 18/09/2015 19:05:19

Torb, that's an excellent job for a first build. Please post a photo of your Spitfire when it's completed.

A more up to date report from an eye witness:  LINK Edited By Bill_B on 14/09/2015 05:11:41

Thanks for the clarifying the info Martin. The correct terminology is mportant as there's a world of difference between rotors, discs and drums, or even spools.

Posted by Martin Harris on 11/09/2015 23:57:20: Not blades but parts of a failed turbine disc. Apparently, when doing theoretical analysis of failure of HP compressor rotor components, the energy is regarded as infinite Edited By Martin Harris on 11/09/2015 23:58:26 Where did you glean the info about the parts being from a turbine disc? And 'Infinite' energy from a compressor?

Posted by Shaunie on 11/09/2015 22:17:02: I know little about gas turbines apart from being an interested amateur but is it possible a compressor stall or surge of some kind could put sufficient pressure on the casing that allied to a blade failure could sum up to sufficent energy to breach the casing? Shaunie. In a nutshell, no.

Posted by Martin Whybrow on 11/09/2015 20:49:59 The debris has been identified as HP compressor disc blades, no mention of any other significant parts. The NTSB have, for now, declared this as an uncontained HP compressor burst. I agree that engines should be designed to contain blades in this type of failure, but is there a fatigue or maintenance issue that could have weakened the casing? If they are indeed compressor blades then the relevant drum/disc must have failed first otherwise the blades failing by themselves would not breach the carcass. If that is the case then GE have a serious problem on their hands.