Brilliant article David!
Pitched just right (for me anyway) and clarified many fuzzy thoughts i had about aerodynamics. Skillful piece of writing. I felt like i was in conversation with you rather than having a lecture. Great links to videos which made my interest soar! I even got into other fasinating bits of physics. Can't wait to devour next months article.
Definately gonna watch my angle of attack more critically and play around with different aerofoils.
I'm sure you will cover this, but any clues as to why a flat shockie type, depron wing (or balsa for that matter) gets it's lift? Is it just light weight and air resistance that keeps simple flat wing models afloat?
Inspirational editing RCM&E (Graham) - I love your mag and always look forward to the 'How to' & 'Why?' features. Keep it comin'.
Phil