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The ribs are all shown on the plan. I did think about the Upbeat, but the wing building jig put me off. It was not clear of the jig was optional or mandatory. Apart from that, it looked well thought out.

My Loaded Dice 30EP plan arrived yesterday. It looks like a fairly straightforward build. Ordered the cnc kit, canopy and extra wood last night.

That is exactly what I wanted to know ! It is frustrating trying to do aerobatics with a "normal" model. The plan for the Loaded Dice should be here soon. I built a Jeti from plan in the 80s, and remember how precise it was to fly. I would imagine the Loaded Dice wil be better. Also the trimming advice is invaluable.

I am looking for an aircraft which will do the full aerobatic schedule. i. e. something which will do consecutive rolls without screwing out, fly knife edge without rolling or pulling up or down. I have a foamie Wot4 E, which comes fairly close, ut looking for something better. I've ordered the plan for the Loaded Dice E, which I hope might be what I'm look for.

There are devices sold/ can be made, from water pipe and bungee tubing, can launch up the rails, controlled by a foot pedal to release. I think I'd rather wait till someone is available to chuck it for me :-)

https://www.sarikhobbies.com/product/bambina-31/ I started building this one ages ago, but lost interest. It just seems too small and light to be what I'm looking for.

Thanks Shaun, I've just ordered the plan for it from Sarik. The cnc cut parts price is a bit eye watering, which would probably mean hours of carbon paper and balsa knife, but I would probably go for it anyway. Andrew

I'm looking for suggestions for an electric aerobatic plane, not 3D, but something which can do the basic schedule. Prefer a kit or plan to build. If it can be hand launched so much the better. I've found A Terry Westrop model, the Chilli Breeze. Looks to fit the bill, but difficult to hand launch. Any ideas appreciated. Andrew

Thanks everyone for the advice, which I will pass on to my mate. The Robot was his first radio model way back in the year dot, and he says it flew fine with rubber powered escapements. Andrew

The cg is going to be checked, and it has plenty of power. Although it seemed not to be flying very fast. Maybe try a smaller prop.

My flying buddy has just built a veron robot and fitted with rudder, elevator and throttle (electic motor). On its maiden flight yesterday it was a handful, it continually rolled side to side and was a bit of a pig. I wondered if the dihedral should be less than with the original escapment system. Advice anyone?

The chap from West London Models phoned me back yesterday, he is off on a Wednesday, hence no answer to my phone call. Apologies for any confusion or embarassment caused.

Anyone know if West London Models are trading normally. Having trouble contacting them either by email or phone. I know they are probably short staffed due to the pandemic, just wondering if there is another reason

Thank you, that's what I wanted to know. That will while away the time in the caravan when its raining! Just subscribed.

Can the digital edition be viewed on a pc, or is it only on a phone. If that is the case it would be a deal breaker for me.