Things are happening here
My local friend John has nearly finished his Ka6E. Both John's and mine were out together yesterday for on the field systems checks.
Friend Paul in Christchurch New Zealand completed his Ka6E , with the orange paint scheme
Re: Ka6E build
Posted: 07 Feb 2016, 01:14
by Jilles
The weight of three built Ka6E models in my region vary a bit
My model is 7950 gram
My friend John 8400 gram
Friend Paul in New Zealand 8450 grams (0.4mm ply sheeting on the wings instead of 1.5mm balsa )
C.o.g 100 mm from leading edge at fuselage joint
The New Zealand built did fly last weekend and did not have any problems. Some control throws were adjusted to personal preferences. 6 flight were made on the day. The air brakes as per drawing are very effective and because they are on top and bottom do not need a trim change.
The other two models should have flown yesterday but due to bad weather it will now be next Saturday.
Re: Ka6E build
Posted: 07 Feb 2016, 08:23
by Jilles
Below a link to a video of the Blenheim New Zealand tow event.
The Ka6E maiden is shown as well
not the best weather but lot of flying was done.
Re: Ka6E build
Posted: 07 Feb 2016, 08:38
by RobbieB
Jilles,
Nice vid - the drone footage added a different perspective - very well done.
Re: Ka6E build
Posted: 07 Feb 2016, 10:20
by Jason Griffiths
RobbieB wrote:Jilles,
Nice vid - the drone footage added a different perspective - very well done.
I 2nd that, very nice video
Re: Ka6E build
Posted: 20 Feb 2016, 05:03
by Jilles
Last weekend both Ka6E models one of my friend and one of myself had their maiden flights
Despite a 25-30 k/hr cross wind all went well. C.O.G at 100mm from the LE seems to be on the mark. I might add a bit more nose weight but probably fly in calmer weather first to see if it is necessary
No vices, easy on the tow, no wing drop when stalled.
