Re: [RCSE] how high really--Sorta

2006-08-30 Thread William Kuhlman
The July 1998 issue of RC Soaring Digest described a pattern of chordwise stripes of varying widths (6" to 1/2") which can be used to estimate altitude. We'll make the article available as a downloadable PDF on the RCSD web site, hopefully tomorrow, Thursday. RCSE subscribers and rcsoaringdi

Re: [RCSE] Multiplex Shempp-Hirth Spoilers

2006-08-30 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 8/30/2006 10:33:23 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I am looking for 4 Multiplex Shempp-Hirth Spoilers, Red, to fit anASK-18 quarter scale I am going to build. I have several pair of Mpx Schempp-Hirth spoilers, they come in lengths of 250mm & 350

Re: [RCSE] how high really--Sorta

2006-08-30 Thread junk1
. Does anyone have a > reference, guide or link to information how one might go about utilizing > these stripes as an aid? Specifically I am looking for suggested widths > and > placement of the stripes. On another related note, most hunting scopes (for rifles) have graduated lines on the cross

RE: [RCSE] how high really--Sorta

2006-08-30 Thread Dan Ashenfelter
On a somewhat related note, I know some individuals have used a series of variying width white stripes on the lower surface of the wing as a means of estimating altitude. Obviously this method does not work for very high altitudes when the aircraft is at the very limits of one's vision. For us

FW: RE: [RCSE] how high really

2006-08-30 Thread Mark Wales
Using a Timex alti watch in my Windsong it recorded 3700' AGL as the highest attained. Mark Soaring Is Life!! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must

[RCSE] Multiplex Shempp-Hirth Spoilers

2006-08-30 Thread Lighthorse
I am looking for 4 Multiplex Shempp-Hirth Spoilers, Red, to fit an ASK-18 quarter scale I am going to build. -- Ken York County Soaring "Lighthorse" Team YCS Silence is Golden RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] soaring contest in Erie Pa.

2006-08-30 Thread Rlbpilotfly
Tri State Soaring Society is happy to announce it's first contest to be held in Erie Pa on Sept. 17. Classes will be Res and Unlimited. Please check the Tsss(TS3. Org)  web site for directions

Re: [RCSE] Translation help

2006-08-30 Thread David Reese
http://www.google.com/language_tools?hl=en If the above link doesn't work, go to http://www.google.com/ and click on language tools. (small type right side of page) On Aug 30, 2006, at 6:15 PM, Jim Deck wrote: From time to time, a translation site for translating foreign websites has been

[RCSE] Translation help

2006-08-30 Thread David Leigh
Hi JimTranslation is below:Short information to "ski ski"Immediately the model  "ski ski"is available.The kit consists of the following parts:GRP trunk with angeformten vertical stabilizer, the rudder is with hinge stripfastened.The surface consists of CNC cut surface cores, is with 0.5 mm veneerbe

[RCSE] Translation help

2006-08-30 Thread Jim Deck
From time to time, a translation site for translating foreign websites has been mentioned. I found a flying wing I like at http://leinauer.de/aero/ and would like to translate the site to English as my German is very rusty. Could someone please post the translation site? Thanks in Advanc

[RCSE] Pike WIng Tip

2006-08-30 Thread Dan Borer
I'm looking for a left wing tip panel for a Pike Superior. I would prefer white top and blue bottom, but anything in good shape will do. Please reply privately with details of what you have to offer. Thanks. Dan RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "

[RCSE] Steve Richman

2006-08-30 Thread Bernie Coleman
    Please ping me, Steve Richman about your Legionair.     Bernie Coleman  

Re: [RCSE] Wing Failure

2006-08-30 Thread James V. Bacus
Heh heh heh! At 07:31 AM 8/30/2006, Ben Wilson wrote: I still think Cap'n Jack's landing was better :) Jim Downers Grove, IL Member of the Chicago SOAR club, and Team JR AMA 592537LSF 7560 Level IV R/C Soaring blog at www.jimbacus.net RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News

Re: [RCSE] Wing Failure

2006-08-30 Thread Ben Wilson
I still think Cap'n Jack's landing was better :) Arne Ansper wrote: Sorry, no glider content - http://media.putfile.com/Wing-Failure Arne RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and uns

[RCSE] Wing Failure

2006-08-30 Thread Arne Ansper
Sorry, no glider content - http://media.putfile.com/Wing-Failure Arne RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned