Next on the board is a boat.  The little Ace sloop by Dumas.  Ordered it and it arrived this past week. $60.00.  Good deal.

Contemplated changes:
- will probably use a carbon rod for a mast instead of the hardwood dowel.
- will decide on the RC equipment when the sides and the bottom of the hull are in place but before the deck is glued.  Hatches will be decided then based on the access needed.
- will fibreglass the whole boat with thinned down epoxy.  It worked really well on the tug.
- installed the keel about an inch lower than the plans.  Added stability without adding weight.  The keel has a lead bulb at the bottom so it will have a big effect on stability.


Will post photos after dinner.

Frank

Everything is finished except the one evening's worth of work when the metal gear servos arrive for the ailerons.

Nice project but big!!!!!

Will definitely enlist Glenn's help for the maiden flight in the spring.
Will probably end up using his glider launching dolly.

Frank

Had issues with my gear door outa the box. Thankfully is was able today to Jerry rig it to work. Used a paper clip and some epoxy did the job just fine. So should have any issues Friday as long as weather is good

Hey @Noah

Runway is clear!!

Dec 8 2024 - 1:30 pm.

Cheers!

Andy

Done!

Andy (waiting for @Frank v B  to put Power 32's on them!! 

Hi Noah,

AS of yesterday afternoon the runway was covedred with a few cm of snow.  It may melt today, but my guess is that it would take a few days above zero to clear the runway.  Sorry to cramp your style.

Skis on your jet?

Andy

runway still clear andy?

"Yahoo!! Mountain Dew!! It's Good For You!!"

What a fabulous winter flying day!!

There are a few centimetres of fresh wet but fluffy snow. Winds are moderate (16kmh) from the SSW. Landings are REALLY soft, and the rooster tails are phenomenal.

Enjoy!  I know I did !!


Andy 😎

Skies are on!
Ready for a take-off from the snow.

i might try for friday

if snow doesnt fall until then maiden is gonna happen