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Languages : en
Pages : 188
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MODEL Airplane NEWS
Author: Aviation's Great Recruiter
Author: Herm L. SchreinerPublisher: Kent State University Press
ISBN: 9780873388214
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
Son of Czechoslovakian immigrants, Edward T. Packard sold his first model airplane in Cleveland in 1919 at the age of thirteen, a simple Pushers Stick Model. Lindbergh's 1927 solo flight conquering the Atlantic galvanized the aviation industry and jumpstarted his business, Cleveland Model and Supply Company, which at that time offered an extensive line of all-balsa wood model airplanes authentically replicating the early prototypes. Allied, and foreign model airplanes, which led to a famous worldwide enterprise whose growth required the involvement of his parents and his four brothers and ultimately employed nearly one hundred people. As aircraft designs became more complex, so did Cleveland models. The popularity of these realistic miniatures and the insight many hobbyists gained through their construction played a major role in the rapid World War II aviation mobilization, because the U.S. Army Air Corps was able to enlist recruits with skills in the principles of flight and aviation. publications served as the primary impetus for his comprehensive research. Included in this handsomely illustrated aviation history are photos and plans that originally accompanied the model kits and a never-before-published illustrated-plans index. Rare color photographs of Cleveland National Air Race aircraft and their daredevil pilots will be of interest to modelers, collectors, pilots, and aviation historians, who will find this book to be a significant addition to their libraries.
Scale Aircraft Drawings
Author: Air Age PublishingPublisher: Air Age
ISBN: 9780911295023
Category : Airplanes
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This volume covers markings, structures, engines, weapons, scale drawings, rare photos, specifications, and more. From Albatros to the Wright Flyer including Sopwith, Spad and Fokker. Sftbd., 8 1/2x 11, approx. 150 pgs., 100+ illustrations and drawings.
Scratch-building R/C Airplanes
Author: Rich UravitchPublisher: Air Age
ISBN: 9780911295184
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 78
Book Description
Author Rich Uravitch guides readers through the entire construction process including: how to "read" plans, selecting materials, tool requirements, making templates, engine and radio installation, covering, and much more!
Getting Started in Radio Control Airplanes
Author: Gerry YarrishPublisher:
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Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 124
Book Description
Looks at building basics, engines, propellers, takeoff and landing instructions, control systems and field equipment for beginners.
Fate is the Hunter
Author: Ernest K. GannPublisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0671636030
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 421
Book Description
An episodic log of some of the author's more memorable hours aloft in peace and as a member of the Air Transport Command in war.
Basics of R/C Model Aircraft Design
Author: Andy LennonPublisher: Air Age
ISBN: 9780911295405
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
A comprehensive guide to designing radio control model airplanes. Andy Lennon presents a thorough and comprehensive introduction to the intriguing world of model aerodynamics. Whatever your modeling background, this book will be a valuable reference source in your R/C library and will never be outdated. Fully illustrated.
Introducing Radio Control Model Aircraft
Author: Bill BurkinshawPublisher: Virgin Books Limited
ISBN: 9781854861160
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
An introduction to all aspects of radio-controlled model aircraft, this book provides information to enable the reader to choose the type of model he is most interested in. It includes advice on building models, equipment installation, varieties of engine and operational techniques.
Flying Magazine
Author: Boys' Life
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Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Boys' Life is the official youth magazine for the Boy Scouts of America. Published since 1911, it contains a proven mix of news, nature, sports, history, fiction, science, comics, and Scouting.