JR Spirit model airplane - an old ARF

[Michael]

This kit is more than 15 years old, and I just picked it up from A&J Hobbies. It is a 48" wingspan sport model that weighs 1 kilo (or less) when fully completed. It is very light and very delicate; the tail feathers are made from light 3/32" square sticks.

I had one of these about 2001-2003, and it was a fantastic slow flyer. I look forward to enjoying it again.

[sihinch]

I've been eyeing those! Looking forward to seeing yours.

[Michael]

Motor bolted on; servos in fuselage; and tail hinged and installed.

[bweaver]

The plane looks like a much lighter version of a Funtana.  Looks good. 

The clear coloured covering film really gives the plane character.

[Michael]

Assembly finished. Cowl painted red, and spectacular pilot figure installed.

[Frank v B]

I see the pilot.  This plane will be flying on the wrong side of the "road" and will spend half its time inverted.

Frank

ps: nice paint job on the cowl!

[sihinch]

 

The pilot doesn't look very lightweight!!!

[davidk]

That pilot in the cockpit... but Michael in full control of the plane. 

That's perfect.

[Frank v B]

David,

re: "That pilot in the cockpit... but Michael in full control of the plane.  "

Does that mean Michael is in full control of Simon???  .........Never!

Frank

[Michael]

613 grams; 21.623 ounces, with battery.

5.50 ounces per square foot wing loading.

Compare that with the wing loading of an E-Flite Apprentice, which is 13.4 ounces a square foot.

That means very SLOW!

[bweaver]

613 grams; 21.623 ounces, with battery.

5.50 ounces per square foot wing loading.

Compare that with the wing loading of an E-Flite Apprentice, which is 13.4 ounces a square foot.

That means very SLOW!

Then why on earth did you put that pilot in it? 

[GuyOReilly]

All planes need a pilot in them... that is who is esponsible if the landing is not perfect...