Franklin County Aircraft Modelers

Float fly

2008-06-15T09:23:00.002-04:00

Well It was a great day good turnout and LOTS of seamasters, Joe had some wicked neat aircraft The same model in different sizes Tiny and small, Lots of electric and gas from the silent Eagle yep a bird From Bob to a Roaring gas Job of Art's , Bobs Eagle may have been quiet But the Loon did not like it :) All in all a real good morning, I dunked the solo But she flew again ok and then better when we went to Whispering Pines in the afternoon, Got the ugly stick up and away for several flights, the OS 4 stroke ran like a dream, I was having a blast learning to fly again, Had to bring it in a lot hotter than the trainer and fly the aircraft constantly not like the trainer at all, loop's roll's spins all sorts of neat stuff but I got disorientated one mistake too low and put her into the tree's.Smashed the wing too pieces BUT went home with a smile on my face,Started to build a new wing and can not wait to get her up in the WILD blue yonder again

Nearly Here

2008-06-11T17:57:00.002-04:00

Well it's nearly here,Our first float fly of the year, I think I'm about as exited as Art at the prospect, the Solo is ready to go again really needs recovering but can not find the time and if it works why fix it???. Yep thats the same aircraft that got dunked at least twice last year, wandered of through the tree's and broke it's tail off twice,She has a new motor though,lost so much power from the front bearing(and Fuel)that I retired "Old faithful"and polished her up for the wall.Will try to get a Das Stick ready too but can not promise due to work schedules, Anyway thats the news from here Happy landings

New setup

2008-06-03T21:43:00.002-04:00

sitting out here in OH waiting for oversize permit, and got bored so I decided to change templates. What do you think? seems easier on the eye to me,

The Rest of the Story

2008-06-02T00:27:00.004-04:00

Found this on line at rc universe, and just HAD to have it, was built by three old gents two who have since died, and bought from their estate, never flown, last owner put in two lipos 3cell 4000mah, two 50amp speed controls, 4 370 brushed kysho geared truck motors, Last owner tried to fly from long grass an bumpy field without success . Witnesses say (through the tears in their eyes)on short grass or blacktop it would be fine.needs a lot of tlc as pic's will show,

My Latest Act Of Stupidity

2008-05-30T18:19:00.004-04:00

Here it is, a C-130 built from foam 4 electric motors, never flown and in need of tlc and a lot of work I need advice on this one guys

2008-05-26T18:11:00.000-04:00

Hi Ken,
Very sorry to hear the news about your wife. Hope everything works out OK for her.

Joe

Sprig is finaly here

2008-05-13T21:52:00.001-04:00

Well it finally arrived,sun green and warm, not that the gremlins have let go . My wife Beverly has been diagnosed with cervical cancer we are at the early stages of tests so do not know just how bad it is.that may keep me from the flying field a few days this year,

No New News

2008-04-06T11:34:00.003-04:00

No real news from this end, Like most of you I'm about realy fed up of this winter I still have about 3 feet of snow on the lawn, but I can now see a few feet of the driveway down to dirt seem,s like we were flying this time last year and landing on GRASS,
Hope everyone is more upbeat than me, Looking forward to our first day at Jackson's

Thats Life

2008-02-24T08:12:00.003-05:00

Hi folks,
A few lines to let you know that I am alive and well, The gremlins are still crowding around me just one thing after another,Working hard but not making much money, A cold/flu I can not seem to shake off, a router failure at home which while easy to fix took hours to sort out, my Wifes car, my pickup just a whole lot of little problems which have kept me out of the hobby shop, which means I have accomplished nothing on that front this year.
I was saddened to hear about Vern,s passing He was one of the nicest old gentlemen you could meet in this Hobby He gave me a lot of good advice and help never criticizing my mistakes but applauding every success He also found the time to answer my son Richard's endless questions. I guess what I am trying to say here is that he epitomized all the values of our club, The AMA, and our hobby in general. You will be missed Vern,Happy landings

Page Supercub is coming along.

2008-02-18T14:03:00.002-05:00

I put all the parts together for the photo. It's BIG.
I have the tail group all sanded and hinges are dry fitted. Next need to make the struts and then form/sand the entire model for covering.

Joe

http://maineflyer.blogspot.com/2008/02/page-80-supercub-progressing.html

LT-25e Video

2008-02-18T13:52:00.003-05:00

Take a look at this video I posted on my Blog. The video was taken by Matt and I put it together with some music. We were flying at the KVMA field on 2-9-08. Great day. Soft snow and just a tad of breeze.

Joe

http://maineflyer.blogspot.com/2008/02/lt-25e-video.html

K&A Models G-73 Mallard Finished

2008-02-05T07:02:00.000-05:00

Takeoff on Sat Feb 9.

Ready for some decent snow or open water! Some water droplets on the wing from melting ice in the trees!

Mallard coming along

2008-01-12T18:46:00.000-05:00

Painting - Painting - Painting

Winter

2008-01-07T07:26:00.000-05:00

Hi Everyone. Now that xmass and the new year is out of the way. maybe I can get down to some work around here, That is if the gremlins stop and things go right, so far my computer has given me a lot of problems,been given a used laptop and trying to sort that out,as well as the usual assortment of other things (Dryer Quit)(firewood)(brakes on car), You know what I mean we all go through these things at times.
I'm already fed up of the snow, I have to work outside on occasions, and drive the Big truck on less than perfect roads, but what the heck it's my job and this is Maine right, Maybe I can get down to some modeling this weekend, will post some photos if the gremlins return my digital camera.Keep in touch . Ken

FCAM Web Site

2007-12-23T18:17:00.000-05:00

Visit our web site for more info about our RC club.

You will find a list of officers, members, events, photos and more.

www.rcflyer.org

Joe

Get Well Soon

2007-12-15T08:43:00.000-05:00

I'm sure I speak for everyone when I say We wish Vern a speedy recovery, and that your in our thoughts and hope you get well soon, Like everyone else if there is anything I can do PLEASE let me know. Our Very Best Vern .......... Ken & Richard Fenner.

DH-2 Building

2007-12-10T20:20:00.000-05:00

Hi Joe , Yes but first I have to get the plans, and study them, I,m sure it is within my skill level my main concern is the fuselage structure ( or lack of it) for strength, and how to start that pusher motor, maybe a wand as used on some helicopters and ducted fan motors, will keep you up to speed
Ken

DH2

2007-12-10T17:43:00.000-05:00

Ken,
Are you going to build it? If so, keep me informed.

Thanks,
Joe

Posting

2007-12-01T15:40:00.000-05:00

If anyone wishes to be able Post to this blog, That for you who may not know,is to be able to write to the page as I have been and not just post a comment, If this thing takes off it will make it a lot easier for you to send pictures and give you your own "soap Box"
Let me know I will be glad to add you
Regards Ken

An Alternative

2007-12-01T15:17:00.001-05:00

If we neither get invited to the N/wolk flyin or decide not to go HOW ABOUT an Inter club Fly in held at our field (Jacksons), All the local clubs invited with a Swap Meet on the same Day Add in a pick nick and we might have quite a turnout. I have another Idea some thing I would be happy to organize and sponsor (a small prize unless I can con other people).
It would be a HUFO That is a Humorous Unidentified Flying object.Now you have to let YOUR indignations run riot it HAS to be funny and FLY (take off and land) You have to at least assemble(from a kit)the object. If you can con a test pilot they may fly it(sorry Wayne and Bob you may be busy )We could kick this idea around. Any of the above I would be glad to help organize

Comments of meeting

2007-12-01T14:53:00.000-05:00

I have to admit I am one of the Members expressing a negative view as to the Norridgewolk flyin.
My reason is that it becomes nothing more than a static display with the BIG boys letting us use their airspace when they get fed up or have no one to fly but as soon as a member starts a motor the want us down. Now do not get me wrong I enjoyed the company of fellow members met a lot of new people and learned a heck of a lot just sitting around shooting the *hit. Maybe that is what it is about for me though the flying (and looking for mufflers in the long grass)is just as important. If we can not display our skills ( or lack of them as in my case) it is one side of the hobby ALL the visitors Miss out on.
A suggestion should we be invited (I see this is in doubt) is that we have some one maybe the safety officer be in constant contact with the tower (a radio maybe).That way we could fit in better with their program!!!!

Flight Sim

2007-12-01T14:40:00.000-05:00

Ok so I shelled out a LITTLE money for another simulator, when it came home I found out it was the first version ( I thought it was G2) of Great Planes, It's far better than the FMS More realistic in flight, Any one have early copy's of add on's I might borrow?

thank you

2007-12-01T14:36:00.000-05:00

Hi Guys, Thank you for the office of treasurer. I will do my best to follow in the footsteps of Art, and will be in touch later with him to find out all the details

My Personal Blog

2007-11-23T13:39:00.000-05:00

Ken got me started on this and it can be a good way to share ideas. photos, etc SO...
I created my own at: http://maineflyer.blogspot.com/

I started it so I would have a place to have a photo for my profile. But I added.................

And will continue to add.

Joe

meeting

2007-11-23T09:40:00.001-05:00

Morning Guys, I have been approached to take the office of Sectary/Treasurer, Now with out Jumping the gun before any nominations are made, And as I will not be able to attend the meeting I would like to make some comments which can be Kicked around.
First real problem is my work schedule all year round I tend to work after lunch 12/1 on Sundays and may not on a busy week get home again until Friday night.That will mean in my absence someone would have to take the minutes and forward them to me.Collecting Dues and the like we can also work around. As to normal contact we have the option of My Cell phone,Text messaging, E-mail,This blog,(for an old fart I'm really getting into this New Tech stuff:).)or the good old phone.
Please understand that I can not always be there at the drop of a hat like Art and to follow in his shoe's is a daunting task. Also I hope I am not Judged on yesterday's debacle in setting this page up:(
Yes If needed I would be pleased to serve.

GOOD JOB KEN

2007-11-23T07:42:00.000-05:00

HI GUY'S FINLEY MADE IT ON THINK IT IS A GOOD IDEAR HOPE WE ALLTAKE PART TO MAKE THIS A SUCCESS FRANK

2007-11-22T22:33:00.000-05:00

Thanks Ken and Joe, I think this will work out fine. Hope to see several members using this communication link.

Hope YALL had a great Thanksgiving day.

RP Lahaye

Screw up

2007-11-22T15:00:00.000-05:00

Well I got it running and screwed up the address Joe has been very patient and now linked in Thanks Joe, Ive added Dick and Frank to the list as to people who may post Any one else let me know your wishes, Joe also has admin privileges to the site. next I'm going to work on listing Photos Maybe Joe will send some pics of the Mallard.

Mallard

2007-11-22T14:24:00.000-05:00

Hi Guys,
Just a note to let you know I set up differential steering for the Mallard. I was able to set up the three mixes last night in about 15 mins thanks to the servo position display on the DX7. Fantastic device! Isn't technology wonderful!!

Anyway, when I activate the mixes with a switch, the left motor will speed up for a right turn and right for a left turn. How much speedup depends on how much I move the rudder left or right. This morning, I connected all the motors, receiver and battery and tested with a tach. Works GREAT! Up to about 1800 rpm speedup with present settings. I may have to adjust the mixes after I find out how much differential is really needed.

Also looks like normal max throttle prop speed is the same on both. Shouldn't cause any trim issues. Don't know what would happen at speed if differential steering was turned on!

Those two little motors deliver 250+ watts on a half discharged battery spinning MA 6x4-3 blade props!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Joe

ps Added a photo per Ken's request. This can be fun!!

New Start

2007-11-22T05:01:00.000-05:00

Ok guys my idea now to make it work,With the winter looming large over us and as we hunker down into our various hobby shops The Idea is to have a space where we can Kick ideas around maybe help each other, I'm hoping that as members use the blog others will jump in with their suggestions, rather like the pick nick table at our field(No nasty fly's, the weather is always fine.)Let me know what you think.
I can do a lot with this blog,including adding you all to the list so that you may post (publish you own thread(subject))add a link to advertise on the blog for model related products which will create revenue to the club EVERY time someone Visits(including you)Pictures video stream
pleas let me have you feed back