![]() ![]() The elevator pre-set should have you in the ballpark, but if a little trim is needed, set it up for straight and level flight at cruise power. And because of the long tail moment and extremely aft location of the elevator the model is also quite docile in pitch. It enters the turn fine, but recovery is a bit sluggish. The model will also turn pretty well on just rudder. Once in the air, the ailerons are smooth and effective, and exhibit little or no adverse yaw, so no rudder coordination was needed. In spite of the tail skid, ground handling is good, and though not overly active, the rudder is effective and well balanced. The Volksplane is very stable and a docile flyer. You can order your own plans from the Air Age Store site at: Volksplane K0714A by Pat Tritle. Lasercut parts are available from author. This easy to build park flyer has built up lightweight construction and features scale all-flying tail surfaces just like the real thing. From the September issue of MAN, this new version of the ever popular Evans Volksplane is the work of RC model designer and contributor Pat Tritle. ![]()
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