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Derek hopes to fly his new model within the next few weeks,he covered the model with solartex and painted it with solarlac

great to see models being built again in fact Garvin and Joe having seen what can be done with balsa wood and glue want to try their hand at building, aeromodelling is still alive. No problems taking off, with the arrival of the new mower

the strip is becoming more like a putting green, even the smallest models are capable of R.O.G.(no hand launches necessary) so far this year two of our six new members are flying solo with a bit of luck (and good weather) the others will have their wings by the end of the year.

Peters latest project Ducted fan from free plan in model mag.

The model is all balsa, covered with tissue and dope and painted with acrilic poster paint, being electric powered no fuel proofing is necessary.

Below are a few points for your guidance on operation and integration within your normal flying activities, however always remember the final decision on any matter relating to the safety of a flight rests with the pilot.

2.4 GHz is a world-wide band that has many applications and users.

The sets currently available are of the “spread spectrum” variety and hence need no frequency control.

It can be used to control any type of model either ground based, water or airborne (within the constraints of the law of course).

Current sets have the facility to reduce power in order to perform a range check, use this facility in line with the manufacturers instructions.

It is suggested that clubs utilising the “peg on” method of frequency control have a separate 2.4 GHz section for members to place a named peg.

Club rules governing the number of models airborne at any one time should still reflect the needs and circumstances of the particular flying site.

2.4 GHz transmitter aerials should display a black ribbon.

There is no evidence to suggest that 2.4 GHz transmitters will interfere with users of 35 MHz.

The use of this band combined with spread spectrum technology will eventually help to alleviate the risk of lone flyers interfering with nearby club operations.

This technology has been in regular use in other countries for over a year with few reported problems.

Follow manufacturers instructions and guidance on installation into your airframe.

At events operating transmitter control 2.4 GHz transmitters should be booked in and accounted for as normal, however there is no requirement to check frequency and the decision on when the pilot flies rests with the CD or Flight Line Director.

Follow guidance provided by the manufacturer of your specific set on it’s operation.

The effectiveness and safety of any equipment still relies on care and vigilance of the user

What a great day was had by all at the Scale Fly In at Portlaoise last Saturday (15TH.) THIRTY SEVEN (yes thirty seven)

pilots turned up, some with two or three models, to enjoy one of the best days of 2007. I would like to thank the Scale Association and in particular the Portlaoise club for the hospitality shown to all the pilots on the day, and of course thanks for the burgers and coke. Hope we do this again.

Well we were back in Portlaoise last Sunday (7th Oct.) and A BIG THANK YOU goes once again to the Portlaoise club and the Scale Association who organised the fine weather and the large turnout. "A good day was had by all

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Derek was showing his latest purchase and had to keep a firm grip on it , after Bob discovered that it only cost €125.00 (with retracts included

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