Daniel Cardona

I already spotted that plan, but I think the one that Peter posted here is far easier to construct, especially the wing which Peter usually use like a flat bottom one which is easier to construct.

Hi peter do you still have the plans of that druine turbulent, I looked through sarikhobbies but that plan is not listed there. kind regards daniel

Nice ?one Peter! Easy to build and semi scale, Now I have another one to do in my list. Now when are going to make the biplane version?? regards Daniel

Posted by dave parnham on 23/10/2020 20:37:11: i loved my D7 also built with the same colour scheme too. I Just watched a flair baronette go on ebay this afternoon my bid of £87 soon sky rocketed to £160 dave Haha I also bid for that same flair baronette , I was at work a bid up to £107 but I was quickly outbidded. I lost interest a saved the money for another opportunity.

Bdw guys, I know it’ out of subject but since there are many of you who love the the Flair brand I couldn’t resist the temptation to share it with you. here is the review of the Flair Fokker D7 from RCME June 1994. the model was very well loved and with a whopping price of £78.95. happy days. regards daniel

Does anyone knows if Igull makes also the fuselage formers etc , apart from the wing ribs? regards Daniel

Posted by Geoff S on 22/10/2020 22:11:56: Neil Gillies, who runs iGull is a good supplier. I've dealt with him for various things over the years (even some software to change the name on my Multiplex 3030) so I'd be quite confident any CNC parts he supplies will be of good quality. I have a set for a competition 2m eglider designed by a club member which I really should build! After reading this it's making me think of refurbishing my own Flair SE5a. It's the 3rd or 4th model I ever built and I fitted an OS52 Surpass. I don't recall the build being very tricky apart from fitting the curved fuselage top between the cabanes. It flies very well but it's years since it took to the air.. If I do start a refurb I'll change a few things. Convert to electric (I have a suitable motor in stock); have separate aileron servos; change the top wing mount to be more like my DB Moths and similarly the interplane strut attachment. The main disadvantage of the Flair SE5a is the long-winded assembly at the field and adopting the DB methods will overcome that. Geoff Edited By Geoff S on 22/10/2020 22:12:45 It all depends what he offers as a Kit, if the wing ribs only for example or a complete kit, will see and decide from there. does every model club in UK is converting to electric nowadays?

Posted by kc on 22/10/2020 17:50:55: A few weeks ago I noticed that iGull laser cutters listed ribs and some parts for one of the Flair kits - either the SE5 or Pupeteer. I think it was described as 'alternative ' or ' replacement ' At the moment the site is shut down until 25th - worth checking next week. Lots of other laser cut parts for well known designs too. Man, I love this Hobby and the Forum! everyone is so helpful. I've just taken a peek at iGull.co.uk and guess what....the flair SE5a is on their list. now i down know what parts are offering but they are out until the 25th Oct. I wait and see. Regards Daniel

Posted by Trevor Crook on 22/10/2020 17:19:20: If it's any encouragement, Daniel, my SE5A was built from the kit plan. I had the kit many years ago and it flew well on an OS40 Surpass. It got sold on but I kept the plan, which was used a few years ago to build an electric version. This flies just as well as the original on a 3s setup. looks magnificent Trevor, my question is, How did you manage to build it with only the Plan? Flair as like other's kit builders usually doesn't draw the formers or ribs for making your own kit of parts. Their plans are more like a guide in order to build the model.

Posted by kevin b on 22/10/2020 12:41:10: We only have ourselves to blame on this one. I agree 100%. Daniel. I am most surprised that Derick hasn't answered your email. He is usually very quick to answer messages. P.M. me with your email address and I will get him to reply to you. P.M Sent, Thanks Kevin