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Update  November  2008

Motors changed to 49 gram outrunners, KA22-105, Kv 1200.

Now......batts 3S lipo, 2250 mAh.........same props............weight 46oz............wing loading 17.2 oz/sq ft...........no need  for the bungee hook.

As usual, I can't get any range with 35 MHz; I have to use 2.4 GHz.

Original notes

First flight 2002....span 50"....59oz....22oz per sq ft....2 * Jamara 480....Jamara 2/1 gears....Master 8 * 6....10 Panasonic 2000....flush bungee hook....Kevlar closed-loop to ailerons and elevator....wing is solid half-inch balsa....cowls from Ovaltine jars....

   A steady flyer. Interesting silhouette at altitude.