Title: Gigantic 1:6 scale Lockheed Super Constellation battles gusty crosswind Post by: DominicM on August 14, 2021, 12:15:54 PM Piloted by Keith Mitchell, this model took 5 years of combined design and construction. This model aircraft was initially designed by Tony Nijhuis and part-built - was extensively rebuilt by Keith's modelling mate, Peter Johnson. Its initial flights were taken under the Large Model Association scheme (approved by the CAA) for model aircraft over 80KG. It underwent 12 test flights for combined flight time of more than 2 hours to get it's LMA\CAA certificate to fly at public shows.
During this flight at Elvington Keith was battling a strong gusty cross wind. The cross wind landing was extremely skilful and amazing to watch. Judging from his reaction I don't think Keith enjoyed it so much but the watching crowd were certainly very appreciative that he put on a good show. Specifications of this fantastic model. Wingspan: 21 Feet Length: 19 Feet Weight: 220 Lbs Engines: 4 x ZDZ 90cc petrol Props: 4 x 28 x 10 Biela Carbon Radio: Futaba 14 Channel Servos: 22 (13 channels for ailerons, elevator, rudder, flaps, throttle x 4, landing gear and lights) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Voqw7cTuOBU Title: Re: Gigantic 1:6 scale Lockheed Super Constellation battles gusty crosswind Post by: Arvindkharebpl on August 14, 2021, 09:44:33 PM amazing model and its flying ,thanks for sharing.
In our NCC 2 mp sqn there was a control line super constellation model run by four 2.5cc frog diesel engine. Title: Re: Gigantic 1:6 scale Lockheed Super Constellation battles gusty crosswind Post by: DominicM on August 15, 2021, 12:00:26 AM CL Super Connie with 4 engines. That must be awesome sounding.
Title: Re: Gigantic 1:6 scale Lockheed Super Constellation battles gusty crosswind Post by: Arvindkharebpl on August 17, 2021, 05:43:17 PM yes it was very powerful and noisy frog 2.5cc diesel engine .
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