Andy Blackburn Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 My votes are:1. Hawker Hunter (EDF) - maybe the two-seater to be a bit different (please use a proper airfoil so that it can also be flown off the slope)2. Folland Gnat (EDF3. Fairey Flycatcher (electric, maybe 3s/10 cells) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perttime Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 I already made my suggestions but here's a comment:Lots of people are asking for plans that are easily available for a few £, $ or €. Or even plans that have been published as RCME free plans within the last decade or so. It would be nice to see plans for something that is hard to get now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyB Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Hi Guy'sWith the rapid advancement of electric flight over the past couple of years, I think we should take advantage of this quiet, clean and reliable technology and come up with something really special this time around.We always get the usual warbirds suggested, and to be honest, plans aplenty already exist for most of these. In fact over the years just about every warbird from WW1 & WW2 have probably been covered in in all scales to suit all engines.So, what do I mean by "something different". Well, listed below are three models I'd personally like to see in planform with reliable electric power.1. VC10 (EDF) Wingspan approx 60ins2. English Electric Lightning F6 (EDF) Be proud of Britains greatest jet fighter!!3. Glouster Javelin (EDF)These are just 3 that spring to mind that I think would really suit electric power and would look really great seen flying around our fields. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Scothern Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Here's my suggestions: 1. Polikarpov I-152. Polikarpov I-153. Polikarpov I-15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Salomon Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Come on folks, don't forget the gliders! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Blackburn Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Perttime wrote> Lots of people are asking for plans that are easily available for a few £, $ or €.Or even plans that have been published as RCME free plans within the last decade or so. Personally, I think it's OK to vote for models that already exist; if a model is popular, it'll probably have been "done" many times. And the perfect plan has yet to be drawn...A. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Neilsen Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 Hi guysMy vote for the future free plan is as follows1. Hawker Hurricane (60")2. P40 Warhawk (60")3. F4U Corsair (60")All electric.Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightning 759 Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 too many faves to list but here goes english electric lightning f6 with option of t5 cockpit .45df anything Russian ( covers a lot) 60-70 span dewoitine d.520 60-70 inch span Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Nijhuis Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 Guys,Just to take a few models out of the equation, the Sunderland Flying boat plan should be available in a couple of month (pending some good flying weather), followed closely by a jet dog fight double, MiG-25 fox bat and the EE Lightning. Both are designed for pushers props but the size does suit the 68mm EDF and in-runner brushlessFinally for the Autum a 1/12th scale 104" HP Halifax design for 4x30 4-st or electric.......something i have wanted to do for a long time and pushed to the top of my to do list by a strong Canadian contingency......this should please Mathew from a earlier posting.So if I'm not excluded from voting, here's my choice for the free planHawker Hurricane (No 2 in the list of favs Last year!!!) Westland WhirlwindBristol Beaufighter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzz Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 Would be nice to have some fun type designs. I remember many years ago you published a fun fly special, which had things like a Superman and a flying beer mat. Can't mention the name, but its probably the best flying beer mat in the world. (subtle eh?)All the free plans you give are great by the way. Something for everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Hargreaves - Moderator Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Seems to be a heck of a lot of votes for the Hurri, the Westland Whirlwind & the Stuka but can I just add my vote for the Bucker Jungmeister...the one with the radial motor...I recall Gordon Whitehead produced a plan for Radio Modeller in the early 80's....I've always regretted not building it.Or how about a classic Pylon racer like the Shoestring....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Fenton Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Well as a big fan of the hurricane it has to be at the top. In response to others that have said we have done these to death, I disagree, as many don't capture the shape at all or are in odd scales. A 60 - 70" version would be nice, but please don't omit the rear fus stringers!1.Hawker Hurricane Mk1 UPW2.Hawker Hurricane Prototype K50833,Hawker Sea Fury Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Werner Kamphausen Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 I'm voting for the Oldies:1. Pfalz DIIIa2. Nieuport 173. Sopwith Triplaneregards from Switzerland. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erfolg Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Reveiwing the requests, there appears to be large number who would like to see an electric mode (My self included). Yet an equal number or may be graeter, want an IC model.As electric models do not require the beefy structure to cope with very large energy inputs in the form of vibration (from IC engine), The weights these days are roughly comparable between an IC engine and full fuel load and a Brushless motor and Lipo.Is it possible to design a model for electric, showing additional re-enforcement (and motor mount) for an IC variant.If the model is a twin, this would be really beneficial, as I believe that for the sake of safety it would be far better to be electric. The probability of a motor failure is far lower (in my opinion), and this appears to be the achillese heel of multi IC (assymetric power).RegardsErfolg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Horten (the pretty German flying wing)Polikarpov I-16 (tubby WWII monoplane fighter)Catalina... all preferably electric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Perry Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 My three selections would be (excluding the HP Halifax which has been taken care of - thanks Tony ): 1. Avro ShackletonWhen I lived in South Africa, I used to see these regularly either on patrol or at air shows. The sound is one you'll never forget. It would be interesting to see if Tony (or others) could come up with a way to simulate the contra-rotating prop by having the rearward ones "free wheeling" in the wash of the leading functional props. Electrics would be my choice and something in the 120" ws range (with detachable wings) would sure create a stir at the field! 2. Macchi MC202 FolgoreThis fighter has to be right up there with the Spitfire for sheer beauty and graceful lines. The colour schemes are attractive as well. Electrics and about 60" ws. 3. Me110Ugly but beautiful. Pretty straight forward construction. Lots of colourful schemes to choose from. Potential for customizing (can you think "aerials"?!). Electric and 80"ws please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme Dean Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Sorry guys, my email says that I am getting replys to my post, but I cannot seem to access them or locate them on the website.. Graeme Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.A. Barry Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 YYYYYYYEEEEEEESSSSSSSS, I"LL go with Tony, the WESTLAND WHIRLWIND, I am lover of this "unsung hero" Brilliant, Twin engined , fighter of ww2, only 112 were built, faster than a "spit" at the time, graceful lines and you don't see many "plans' available, 3 that I know of, so, Tony, here's hopping( or hoping). Regards Barry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.A. Barry Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Steve Hargraves, RE "whirly" the Gordon Whitehead's version is still avail, last I looked, IT's a little small, But It flies superbly,and fast, no flaps. I won a regional event with it in"88" Regards Barry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manish Chandrayan Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Here's the wish list from India. All approximately 60 size IC please1. Hawker Hurricane.2. FW 1903. Sea Fury4. Grob Motor Glider (This can be about 2-3 m span and not necessarily 60 size)Waiting for the voting lines to close. Hmmmmm! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnH Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 1) Sea Fury 50in-60in electric2) F18 Hornet EDF3) F7 Tigercat twin electric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Holland 2 Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Seems to be a lot of interest in twins now that "motors wot work off the 'lectric light" have eliminated the sphincter puckering tendencies of multi-engined models so how about....1 Airspeed Oxford2 De Havilland Dove3 Miles Geminior for single engined....1 Robin DR400/5002 Siai Marchetti SF 2603 Cessna 152Bit of a trend there, I know, but we do have warbirds coming out of every orifice!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G M Ashford Posted January 24, 2008 Share Posted January 24, 2008 DavidMay I suggest that the following might go a long way to satisfying the varied interests of the 'Build it yourself group' and at the same time provide experience both in the operation of twin motors (Electric) and flying off both land and water; further it would provide an interesting challenge to the designer, for not only has he to be a good flight engineer but also to have a thorough understanding of planing on water. The Nomad would bring forth those abilities and demonstrate his depth of skill whilst filling a gap in the range of plans available for those aircraft:-PBN NomadPBY5A CatalinaCanadair CL215 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo. Posted January 24, 2008 Share Posted January 24, 2008 Three home grown classics1) Scottish aviation twin pioneer2) Scottish aviation bulldog3) Jetstream 31 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Neilsen Posted January 25, 2008 Share Posted January 25, 2008 I know i've already voted and we have been asked not to vote more than once but I saw a Grumman Avenger fly over the other day on a delivery trip to the Gold Coast (in Oz) and thought that would be a very interesting model. I haven't seen any models of this plane as far as I can remember.Maybe someone will consider it seeing I've already had my 2 cents worth.Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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