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Building
& Flying R/C Model Aircraft (3rd Edtion) An informative book dealing with the types of models and radio control systems available, the materials and tools required for the building and installation plus the basics of learning to fly aircraft. From scale models to seaplanes, from helicopters to fun flying this book is a comprehensive, fully illustrated guide to the subject |
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Designing
Model Aircraft There's nothing more satisfying than designing and building your own model aircraft. This book explains in depth, all you need to know to achieve that dream. Each stage of preparing a design is clearly laid out with suggestions for type of construction. 'Designing Model Aircraft' is a complete guide to drawing, scaling plans up and flight testing your own models. |
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Ducted
Fans For Model Aircraft A thorough reference book on the technology of this exciting area of aeromodelling. David James examines the fan unit, suitable engines, design considerations, fuel systems and important experimental data on fan and aircraft performance. Written before the wide spread introduction of gas turbines, this book will, however be an inspiration to the ducted fan enthusiast. |
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Model
Aero Building Sketch By Sketch A completely up-to-date selection of constructional tips and methods. The well known author has devised, reported upon and given explanations based on hands on experience of more than 50 years with over 400 models. The book contains over 900 line drawings. |
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R/C
Building From Plans This book explains in practical and easily understood terms, the process of translating a two dimensional drawing into a three dimensional model. From first receiving the drawings to having the airframe ready for covering and radio installation. |
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R/C
Foam Modelling (Revised 1999) This manual quickly takes the newcomer to r/c foam building techniques up to expert level. This revised edition describes the choice of foam, materials for strengthening and covering, tool and glues to create not only wings but also fuselages, cowlings, mouldings and much more besides. |
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R/C
Gliders, A Complete Guide To This book sets out to explore the great scope of radio control soaring from the flying of unpowered scale models of the latest jet fighters to the high performance competitive thermal soaring and aerobatic sailplanes. An invaluable source of information, practical advice and a point of reference for all radio control glider enthusiasts whatever their level of experience or level of involvement. |
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RCH
Flying Scale Gliders This book covers all aspects of the hobby from choosing the subject through to research, design and construction methods to finishing the model. The author concludes with useful tips on launching (slope, winch and aerotow) and flying, trimming and landing. |
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Scale
Construction The definitive guide to building scale model aircraft. This book takes you through some of the intricacies of ensuring that your scale creation is as accurate to the full size as possible. Subjects covered include the construction of airframes, wings, control surfaces, cowls and engine compartments and much more. This book will prove to be an invaluable aid in any workshop and a necessary reference book when researching your next scale project. |
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Scale
Problems Solved This book is the most comprehensive and concise reference guide available for the ultimate challenge in modelling. Covering many areas from choice of model, engine installation finishing and detailing and with step by step guides on installing retracting undercarriages, applying glasscloth, epoxy finishes and much more. Written in an easy to read informative manner, 'Scale Problems Solved' is fully fully illustrated with helpful diagrams and a multitude of photographs, making this book the ultimate guide to scale aircraft modelling. |
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Scale
Model Gliders This book is a basic guide and introduction to designing and building scale gliders and power gliders. The well known author explains how to plan, draw, build and fly your own scale model glider to the very highest standard, up to and including competition level. Many detailed construction tips are given, plus full details of some of the author's own projects. Packed with information, 'Scale Model Gliders' is the essential guide on soaring. |
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