Re: [RCSE] Johnny Berlin's 8 hour task
Congratulations, Johnny! Glad to hear it! Dana Flemming Dennis Hoyle <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I just got a call from Harry and Johnny Berlin successfully completed his 8 hour Level V task today along the lake Michigan shoreline with perfect sloap conditions and has now completed all level V requirements.
Re: [RCSE] Drag races
I flew a promotional blimp at the Cleveland Force Soccer game a few times -- once I dumped all the promotional pingpong balls on the visiting players bench. Didn't ever find out if they thought I was trying to distract them... Dana "Darwin N. Barrie" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I used to fly blimps in the pro sports arena in Phx. Very difficult. Even the slightest drafts in the arena made flying tough. They use a down link system to fly. Interesting. Darwin N. BArrie Chandler AZ
Re: [RCSE] Re: Bad Guy Alert
The connection is in the name -- NoMan -- it's a Greek mythological technique -- the evil hide behind a false name, Noone -- (no-one) to disguise their deeds. D. David Webb <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Exactly! As you can read from this link if you had only blinded the fellow before sending the money this would have been all avoided. Sorry I fail to see the parallel between some asshat running an Internet scam and a huge mythical beast with one blind eye stroking sheep On Jan 16, 2008 5:09 AM, Lincoln Ross wrote: > Sorry this happened to you, but that name sounds like the oldest MO in > the book: > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyphemus > > > >JAMES EALY wrote: > >Hello Guys: > >I just got scammed for $116 by Kevin Noone, Albany - that is the name given > >to > >me! > > > >I suspect that I was the third person he scammed from conversations with him. > >Won an old time vintage converted free flight to RC plane with large wing and > >ignition engine. Sounds familar to anyone? > > > >Too late for Paypal claim - however, what the turkey doesn't know is that I > >used AMEX and they will not take the scam litely. > >Any one interested in more detail - actual emails from Ebay? Contact me off > >list. > > > >Jim > > > RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and > "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and > unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. > Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in > text format > RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Your Genie LT/S
My question is, how well does it float? ;-) Dana [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Harley and all, The Genie LT/S works as advertised but I haven't been able to maximize it's potential because I still have just a few hours of flight time with it. I am also trying to configure a new radio and doing both at a contest, which has been the only flying the Genie has done, makes it an interesting task. One aspect of construction I noticed important is a good joint between the inner and outer panels. With the blade joiners, a lot of stress is put on those joiner boxes and a bit of slop does develop with heavy launches, as I'm prone to do. Why, I don't know but I guess I've just got a heavy foot and better launch management might be in order. The tips do flex a bit but I have never come close to being concerned about it. I also am considering adding a bit more down travel to the ailerons at the tip of the surface, I do notice a bit of sluggishness in a turn and wonder if a bit more deflection might improve this. Differential right now is a pretty hefty 8-10 to 1 and I don't think I need to worry about adverse yaw, true? Pretty heavy use of left stick is needed to keep a nice coordinated turn but that's okay. I actually think my flying has improved greatly by exercising that left thumb a bit more; starting turns with rudder gives me some good indications about what the air is doing around me and whether I'm turning into good or bad air. I guess I'm still looking to fly this like a handlaunch...:) Thanks for the efforts with your designs and research, Harley. Jim Harley Michaelis wrote: > Jim. . .I gather you have gotten your LT/S airborne. I've long been > waiting to hear from you about it. Tell us more. > > [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Soaring Masters-Wew!
Marc, as if flying isn't an expensive enough hobby -- be careful about starting up with those cigars! Dana <>I had a blast, first cigar in 27 years, found out Red Bull Margaritas are really good, even ate Sushi one night, a first. <> MarcRCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
RE: [RCSE] Further 2-Meters thoughts
Ed should be congratulated for encouraging Lee. My sermon on Sunday was about encouraging one another, and I put a picture of Ed and Lee at the flightline on the video screen in the sanctuary when I was making a point about encouraging young people to try something new. Dana Harry DeBoer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: can I get an AMEN!I had the privilege to sign Lee's LSF paperwork for a landing, he is a greatkid with a great group supporting him.It can never be said enough WELL DONE Ed and GUYS!!Harry
[RCSE] news story
it was great to see everyone at the NATS again, even if it was just for one day. a few weeks ago, i posted a fictional news story of archaeologists finding a plane in the ice of the Himalayas. I just found out at the NATS that Gordy never saw it. Does anyone still have it in an old folder somewhere? Thanks Dana Flemming
[RCSE] Re: Brrrr that's cold -- a news report...
Dateline Nargorth, Tibet, February 22, 2229 Hikers stumbled upon a curious sight last week in the high ranges of the Himalayas. They thought they saw something out of place on the windswept snowpack, and diverted from their path to investigate. They took several photographs of the phenomenon, having no recollection among them as to what this strange object may have been. Having made their way to the base of the mountain, they contacted local shirpas, who told them the mythical tale from ancient days. It spoke of a man who would climb the mountain, on a quest to find an object he had lost years before in a far off land. He would be gone for days, and then return with frostbitten cheeks, and a frustrated frown. As he would walk by, he could be heard mumbling to himself. Archaeologists swarmed to the site this week, in an effort to recover the artifact, which was believed to have been over 200 years old. Carefully cutting the entire block of ice in which it was encased, it was taken to the local museum, which had trouble identifying the shape of the object. Then, a vague memory arose in one of the researchers. Looking to WFI (WorldInfoBank), he tracked its origin to a town in the area of the the world formerly known as Kentucky. Finally, in a last ditch effort to bring a resolution to the puzzle, the museum curator acquiesced to the demand that the object be cut open. Inside, a cryptic message was found. On a rolled up piece of paper, brittle with age, were the words, written over and over. The shirpas say it was the same message the man would mumble on his downhill climbs. "Only if I practice, will I ever beat DP..." "Only if I practice, will I ever beat DP...""Only if I practice, will I ever beat DP..." Scientists continue the search, but doubt that they will ever determine the true identity of the owner. But after many repetitions of the message was the name... "Gordy" Just one more mystery from ages of old in the High Himalayas. for Reuters, Dana Flemming - Original Message From: Jon Stone [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: [RCSE] B that's cold http://www.lomcovak.cz/tmp/zima/baudis1.jpg Look here, if you want to browse around some more http://www.lomcovak.cz/f3b/f3b.html
[RCSE] First plane
Friends, First plane was a Lucifer (strangely enough...), which was the non-electrified version of a plane called the Prophet -- which somehow would have been more appropriate. The first plane I built was a Bobcat. Oh, the agony; oh, the humanity... Dana Flemming PS: The Bishop called and said, Start packing! We've moved to Willoughby, Ohio, where I will serve the Willoughby Hills United Methodist Church starting July 1. [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message From: James V. Bacus [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: [RCSE] First Sailplane Before Meyer and Hauch do a transformer thing on the other thread, I know this topic will take off because it hasn't been brought up in some time. Good one for a long weekend...Jim
Re: [RCSE] Can anybody identify this plane?
except for the unusual stabs, I'd say it looks like an old Infinity. The fuse sure looks like one. DanaThomas Koszuta <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: The wing panels are about 48" each for a total span just under 100"The root chord is 9.75"The wing rod is 9/16" diameter http://users.adelphia.net/~sliderule/Unknown/unknown.htm Thanks. Tom KoszutaWestern New York Sailplane and Electic FlyersBuffalo, NY
Re: [RCSE] Another beautiful video
WOW. is the twin an A-26? that's what my dad transitioned to out of B-17s at the end of the war. the shots of the P-51 are incredible. this is a videographer who knows what he's doing. thanks for posting it. DanaGRW <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: This was sent to me from one of the SASS members and it's not nearly as action packed as the other videos but it's sequence is very nice. From Noel Wade: I don't know if this has been posted already, but there is a General-Aviation documentary coming out in a week or two called "One Six Right" (www.onesixright.com) that looks absolutely awesome, and a 5-minute aerial sequence with music was released as a preview / DVD special-feature: http://www.users.uswest.net/~choice220721678/Aerial_Movie.htm --Glenn W.Tri-Cities, Wa Yahoo! FareChase - Search multiple travel sites in one click.
Re: [RCSE] WOW-where'd all these posts come from?
thanks for the explanation. i was going to check with our friends at SBCYahoo to find out if it was on our end. DanaMichael Lachowski <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Just your RCSE list weenies being behind the times in approving posts from non-subscribers of the email version.Dana Flemming wrote:> All of a sudden, I have 80 postings from OCTOBER on my email list.> > This happen to anyone else?> > Dana>
[RCSE] WOW-where'd all these posts come from?
All of a sudden, I have 80 postings from OCTOBER on my email list. This happen to anyone else? Dana
[RCSE] ED's reply to Jim Deck
If you will permit me a moment's insanity: this response is nothing but unadulterated, unabashed, ridiculous garbage. And, if I weren't who I am, I'd use lots stronger language than that. What group, if it has a competition, doesn't devote substantial time/energy/space to reporting its NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP? (Go ahead, Visalia flyers, flame away.). Can you imagine the NFL downplaying the Super Bowl? Or MBL the World Series? It's rare that someone's aimless regurgitations get my ire up, but this one absolutely takes the cake. Maybe sometime I'll let you know how I REALLY feel about it. Dana The competitor is now in the minority in AMA. In fact, less than 5 percentof our membership compete in any manner at all. We simply cannot justifydevoting all of 1/12 of our yearly editorial pages to just one meet - evenif it is the Nats.
Re: [RCSE] MIST Fall Round-up fotos...
LOL! Just asking a simple question! D.Cal Posthuma <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Dana! You dirty o man... Cal PosthumaLSF VVPersonal Web Pagehttp://www.altelco.net/~calplsf/index.htmlHome of Solenoid LED's - Original Message ----- From: Dana Flemming To: soaring Sent: Monday, October 03, 2005 11:00 AM Subject: Re: [RCSE] MIST Fall Round-up fotos... Gee, I wonder why the pic of Karen has been the most viewed D.Ben Wilson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Greetings all --A few photos from this weekend's MIST Fall Round-up in Muncie:http://louisvillesoaring.org/gallery/20051002mistfruGreat contest that went smoothly with 13-minute tasks and that challenging Muncie air. Thanks, guys!
Re: [RCSE] MIST Fall Round-up fotos...
Gee, I wonder why the pic of Karen has been the most viewed D.Ben Wilson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Greetings all --A few photos from this weekend's MIST Fall Round-up in Muncie:http://louisvillesoaring.org/gallery/20051002mistfruGreat contest that went smoothly with 13-minute tasks and that challenging Muncie air. Thanks, guys!
[RCSE] also a little off-topic -- Thunder Over Michigan
was at Willow Run Airport yesterday for Thunder Over Michigan. 8 B-17s did a flyby together. What a sight, what a sound... Also had a reunion of the original and 2Gen members of the 447th BG Association, including my Dad's flight engineer. Listen to their stories now, because they won't be around much longer... Dana RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
RE: [RCSE] JR 610 Rx
thanks for the responses! Dana
[RCSE] JR 610 Rx
Friends, I just got off the phone with Dave at Horizon Tech support, and he said that there was no upgrade done with the antenna of this rx. i thought i remembered several folks, including Peter Goldsmith, mentioning a longer antenna fix. Any info for me to proceed? D. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] reflections
This is a message that i have been threatening to write for months. An early exit from the NATS gave me thinking time about it on the road home. Tom Kiesling's line in an email said: "a contest is what you make it." I'd like to add to that -- it's what those around you make of it, too. for example: --At the 1st contest i ever flew (a Cinci Memorial), Cap'n Jack and Karen taking us (Jim Carlton and me) to his home in Cinci to sample some of his personally brewed beer, and do some repair work on a plane -- when he had just met me that day. --When a plane i was flying died a horrible death (this is a theme that will recurr below) at the first NATS i flew in, Doug Barry tried repeatedly to stick a beautiful Peregrine in my hands to fly -- and he didn't know me from Adam. --When i wasn't going to fly in the handlaunch golf a few years back, Doug and Denny of Polecat actually reworked one of Doug's left handed dhl's to righthanded, then taught me to discus in a few minutes before going to the course. The result was one of the funniest moments in my life. As a late entry, i was following the field, and they were all gathered on the 9th green to watch me finish (seems to me there were brown bottles in most of their hands...). After some goodnatured comments about 'delay of game', the assemblage cheered loudly when my plane circled below green level, then crested the uphill approach with just enough momentum to float 'into the cup'. One of the VERY few times i have ever had cause to 'take a bow' in soaring. --when my Barracuda shed a stab on launch and died a loud death in the hardpan of the NATS field, Mark Nankavil was timing for me. A few months later, a box showed up at my door unannounced -- a Big Bird kit from Mark, with servos donated by Alden Shipp to ease the pain. --a NATS flight when Mike Stump timed for me -- it may have been my hands on the sticks, but it was Mike's max time. --A note of appreciation from Cal Posthuma, after I had the privilege of presenting the Spirit of Soaring Award to him. --Peter Goldsmith providing me with a freq module for my 388, and then an rx crystal to match. --great talks with Marna, Johnny, Jim Deck, Alden, The Cap'n, Doug and others way too numerous to list --and of course, constant help and valued time with my best bud, Jim Carlton. I have always said that some of the best people you'll ever meet are in the soaring community. We may get GPS once in a while, but it's a great group. Thanks for making it fun. I'm going to miss it... Dana
[RCSE] 'going out of business'
Friends, I'm going to be bringing the whole hangar to muncie for sale. Getting out of the hobby for now -- hoping to get back in a few years from now when at least one son is out of college! includes --over a dozen planes --3 transmitters (JR388, nearly new Hitec Spectra Module Eclipse, Hitec 2 ch AM w/rx on 32) --bunches of servos (most used, some nib) --some receivers (Hitec, JR 8 channels) --no reasonable offers refused -- those college books are expensive! Dana
Re: [RCSE] Icons for sale
This sounds sensible -- the number of people willing to invest that kind of money may be close to being reached. Great plane, no doubt, and a GREAT guy selling them. But how many people are there out there who can pony up those kinds of bucks? DanaMarc Gellart <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Randy,As we all know, the Icon is a superior ship with great workmanship courtesy of Don Peters, this no one would deny is a good deal. But you might be seeing that the market is getting to the saturation point to a certain degree. Hey, I understand the frustration of posting a good ship and not getting a bite, but just as any market will show where to price an item, this to me says price is too high and either hold on or lower the $'s required to play the game.MarcRCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] RE: Module Redux
My sincere thanks to all of you who have offered other channels, but it's a post i read a little while ago led me to believe that the freq matrices have been set for the NATS, so i don't think switching channels is a possibility. As to the number of offers of help i've received: like i wrote to Bruce Herider when HE offered to help, there isn't a better group of people out there than the soaring community! Still looking for that module! Dana
[RCSE] JR Module Redux
Friends, the offer i had for a module for a JR 388 on 19 fell through. so i'm back to square one again. anyone out there got one available? Thanks Dana
Re: [RCSE] JR Module
Thanks, Regis. you're right, i don't have the recent module. but, i've been offered a 388 module on 19 by one of the people on the RCSE, on loan for just shipping. The soaring community is the best. Danaregis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: The newer JR Tx modules have replaceable crystals. Your 388 probably does not have a newer module. Also, the newer modules all say PCM but are both PCM and FM. So, if you can borrow a recent module you can put any JR Tx crystal in it. Don't take my word for it, call Horizon and ask a JR Tech. :-) If you are convinced and can find no one locally to lend you a recent module, I can help. Regis 301-934-1407--- In [EMAIL PROTECTED], Dana Flemming <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote:> Folks,> > Since my primary freq was locked out by the time i knew i could go to the NATS, i'm in need of some radio equipment!> > Was hoping to get a module on channel 19 for a JR388, so I wouldn't have to program a whole different tx over again.> > also looking for a channel 19 rx crystal for a Hi-tec rx with JR shift.> > Any possibility someone's got such things lying around somewhere?> > Thanks
Re: [RCSE] NATS Entries Look Good
Good Lord, I wish I had this kind of time... ;-) Dana Steve Meyer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Taking the latest published registration information at I have compiled the following.3 pilots are registered exclusively for HLG - 10.3%2 pilots are registered exclusively for F3J - 4.3%2 pilots are registered exclusively for 2M - 2.2%16 pilots are registered exclusively for UNL - 12.8%4 pilots are registered exclusively for RES - 4.8%1 pilot is registered exclusively for NOS - 2.9%5 pilots are registered exclusively for F3J and UNL - 4.0%4 pilots are registered exclusively for RES and NOS - 4.6%9 pilots are registered exclusively for 2M and UNL - 7.1%2 pilots are registered exclusively for 2M and RES - 1.7%3 pilots are registered in every event - 2.0% One of them is in (Jr or Sr) class!2 pilots registered in Jr / Sr class20 pilots are registered for HLG and F3J - 35.7%20 pilots are registered for HLG and 2M - 20.6%21 pilots are registered for HLG and UNL - 15.8%8 pilots are registered for HLG and RES - 7.6%36 pilots are registered for F3J and 2M - 36.4%40 pilots are registered for F3J and UNL - 30.3%20 pilots are registered for F3J and RES - 18.0%81 pilots are registered for 2M and UNL - 61.4%55 pilots are registered for 2M and RES - 48.2%73 pilots are registered for UNL and RES - 53.7%(Accuracy 2% - 9% depending on sample because of missing data.)I have surmised the following.It appears that 2M and F3J pilots are the most versatile. Entering in more eventsThe closer the events are together the better the cross participation.RES needs to replace one day of 2 Meter. :-)RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] JR Module
Folks, Since my primary freq was locked out by the time i knew i could go to the NATS, i'm in need of some radio equipment! Was hoping to get a module on channel 19 for a JR388, so I wouldn't have to program a whole different tx over again. also looking for a channel 19 rx crystal for a Hi-tec rx with JR shift. Any possibility someone's got such things lying around somewhere? Thanks
Re: [RCSE] Silent Auction in conjunction with Polecat Challenge
As a former 'turnaround troll', i would add my endorsement (as if it mattered) to this effort for the cart kids. BUT, how does one make a bid? to whom should it be sent -- to you, denny? Dana Flemming[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dudes and Dudettes The Polecat Challenge is shaping up to be a dandy this year. Sheldon from Ynt Udesign has made it extra special by making this dandy offer. Sheldon at YNT Udesign has provided another Alti-2 with a very special purpose. This Alti-2 will be sold by silent auction. Bids may be submitted directly to me at <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> minimum bid is $100. This is a $150 peice of equipment and is donated for the auction by Sheldon with 100% of the proceeds going to the "turnaround troll" fund for the LSF/AMA Soaring NATS. For those of you that are not familiar with the NATS format, the winch lines are shagged by kids who work from very early in the morning till competition is over every day, out in the Indiana sun and heat which can be brutal. These kids get paid a very few dollars and lunch from donations by competitors without complaint, Both my boys have done this job and Sheldon trys his darndest to keep these guys and girls happy. This year he'd like to do something special for them like rent them some play time on the slick track one evening. Guys, this is a great idea and the kids deserve it. I've been in Muncie when the sun is beating down and I'm hiding in the shade but the rounds tick off like clockwork due in large part to the hard work of these kids. Matter of fact, if someone has the gumption to bid this critter to $200, I'll throw in a $100 gift certificate to Polecat Aero!!! Now if it goes over $200 your bidding on $250 worth of stuff!! REMEMBER, every penny will go to the kids, not even shipping will be taken out! Support your local "turnaround troll" Internet bidding will end at noon saturday june 18th and just before the raffle at the contest on sundayDenny MaizePolecat Aero717-789-0146www.polecataero.com
Re: [RCSE] Re: 2M - NATS
Well, ironically, that's exactly how i started at the Nats, with that exact airplane. Got me involved -- between flying rounds, I ran the turnarounds for years, got the Spirit of Soaring Award in '97 that I was pleased to receive from Mike Stump, and share with Jim Deck, then E.D'd the whole chebang in '02. Sure, i always finished in that half of the results sheet that made the top half possible, but it sure was fun! I guess everyone's experience is a little different, and everyone certainly is entitled to their opinions. Dana Flemming Bill Malvey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I'll again note that I don't see many newbies showing up at the field with a> 3M full house moldie. But I do see them come out with a 2M TD or 1.8M speed> 400. So let's play to the strength of that distribution.And how many "Newbies" show up at the NATS to fly 2M with their GP Spirits??What new guys in the hobby fly has little, if any, bearing on whatcompetition classes should be flown at the NATS.
Re: [RCSE] What's your favorite contest/gathering format?
Daryl Perkins wrote: <>> Reminds me of '02 when i E.D.'d the Nats, and we went to the landing circle instead of the long tradition of the runway-tape (which at the time was itself a non-conforming landing task). We had the 4" disk at the center of the circle. In one contest there was (count 'em) 1 100-point landing. Oh, how they howled (but all in good-natured fun)! But, the best pilots were still up there on top... It was kind of fun to award the 1 100 point landing pilot with the disk he did it on. Dana
[RCSE] Jim's idea: central listing of contests
Note: forwarded message attached.--- Begin Message --- Jim's idea is a good one! it would be great to identify ahead of time the weekends to take off to fly -- especially those of us who work weekends and have to arrange coverage! Maybe someone could simply receive all the listings from clubs and become a clearinghouse, posting the contest dates, website, and a contact person on a central website that would be regularly referred to on the RCSE, so anyone could access it! hope someone does it, because with all due respect, the list in the back of the ama mag just doesn't stay current enough! Dana--- End Message ---
