[RCSE] Help with launch attitude - throw the plane up or straight ahead

At RCUniverse, on the thread http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_1296951/mpage_1/anchor/tm.htm#13740 22 there is a debate about whether to launch a plane with a throw horizontally, allowing the power of the winch and placement of the tow hook to rotate the plane, vs. launching the plane already

[RCSE] "light mist of spray adhesive" - stop getting it everywhere

In a lot of building instructions I have seen they recommend putting a light misting of spray adhesive on part, on the building glass, on mylar strips etc. a) how do you create a light misting of 3M77 spray adhesive? Hold the can far away from the object d' glue? b) where do you all apply th

Re: [RCSE] 8-)

http://www.silentflight.org/NATS2001/RES-NOS/pages/DSC01032.htm Is there something about soaring or remote control aircraft that most folks competing have gray hair? I know that it is a hobby that does not really require physical endurance, or a youthful body, like running for instance. All

[RCSE] How long can I expect to fly on one charge?

Another question from the resident newbie: How long can I expect to fly on one charge of either a receiver battery or TX? I realize it depends on how much drain you put so let me give a typical beginner scenario: 600 mah Hitec receiver battery (comes with Flash 5x), two servos HS422 - elevat