AEFA: February 2001 Meeting Pictures
This months meeting again had a nice selection of models displayed by their creators.

The first is a PT19 which was a ARF model. David made a number of modifications following initial flights, including the adding of shear webs in the main wings:

David said the model flew very well, with ample power. See the AEFA February magazine for more details. Any way, it was a big and beautifully finished model with landing gear. Not bad for $230, but I think he said that was a special price.

Paul brought in his Thermal Raiser. This was a nice and cleanly finished model, covered in OZ'Cover and then lightly sprayed for colouring. The spray finish was very good, and I would not have thought it was painted if Paul didn't mention it. I thought it was a pre-coloured film:

The model used a motor similar to the Speed 600 inline geared version, ratio 2.8:1. I think the prop was a 11 x 8 Graupner folder, Jeti 50 ESC, and 1250cells. He said it had excellent climb abilities, 40-50 degree angles. Weight was about 1200grams.

John brought in another of his well finished models, and this time it was a Tucano. Extremely good detail and finish. The model used a Malcolm Buckmaster modified Speed 480 (neodymium magnets and new windings), and produce an incredible 300watts of power. John has not flown the model yet, but it should have close to extreme performance:

This Speed 400 sized model will perform very well.

A little lacking on details on the following models and builders, but you can catch up on the details in the AEFA February magazine:

Focker D8

Speed 400 seven cell glider:

For more details on the models shown, see the February AEFA members magazine.