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Re: 1/5 Scale Slingsby T51 Dart 17.

Posted: 05 Nov 2019, 14:30
by B Sharp
Well the Dart 17 build is now officially over.
After a moulded lump of lead weighing 570gm was added to the nose the final weight of the model came in at 2.86kg (6lb 4oz in old money). This gave a wing loading of 18oz/ft2. I am quietly pleased with this weight and loading as it will be easy to carry up my local hill and should have a reasonable light wind performance.
I have attached a pile of photos to this post showing the fully assembled model. The photo of the tail end shows the much modified fin and rudder which I think justifies the effort involved as it looks just right to me. I was a little worried that the centre section/wing joint area would look a little strange but the photo from above shows that I managed to achieve the classic Dart outline.
The only thing left to do is fly the model. I would ideally like a 8mph to 12mph West to South-westerly with no rain and not too cold. When I do manage the maiden and if I get some photo I will post them in the “Who’s building what for” thread.
A Very Happy and Contented Brian. :D :D :D :D :D

Re: 1/5 Scale Slingsby T51 Dart 17.

Posted: 05 Nov 2019, 15:59
by Peter Balcombe
Very nice Brian :)
I’m sure that it will fly very nicely.

Re: 1/5 Scale Slingsby T51 Dart 17.

Posted: 10 Nov 2019, 09:58
by StephenB
Another cracking job Brian!

Being surrounded by flat terrain only relieved by volcanoes which are covered in trees or vineyards, and so un-flyable, I'm very envious of your slope - what a wonderful view.

Re: 1/5 Scale Slingsby T51 Dart 17.

Posted: 10 Nov 2019, 18:20
by B Sharp
Thanks Stephen. Yes it is a super slope with a great view down the River Tay valley. Its the only and best Easterly slope in a 60 mile radius of where I live and only 10 minutes drive from my house. It curves round to the West where it becomes a southerly slope as well. The only problem with most Scottish hills is that they also involve a 15 to 20 minute walk, usually uphill. Hey Ho, it keeps me fit.
Brian. :)

Re: 1/5 Scale Slingsby T51 Dart 17.

Posted: 11 Nov 2019, 22:39
by FrankS
Brian, super job, looks great.

Re: 1/5 Scale Slingsby T51 Dart 17.

Posted: 12 Nov 2019, 11:43
by roo Hawkins
Looks great mate.what are you building next.

Re: 1/5 Scale Slingsby T51 Dart 17.

Posted: 12 Nov 2019, 22:28
by B Sharp
Thanks Roo. I lost (quite literally! ) my 2.00m electric thermal model quite recently. This was my go-to model for relaxed flying from my garden so it had to be replaced asap. A nice new semi kit from the Czech Rep. is now taking shape on the workbench and should be operational by early December. After that I have another scale job lined up - one that I have never modelled before!
Brian. :)