Just a quick Blog post acknowledging a surprise visit from an original founding member of the Chicagoland Radio Control Modelers (founded in 1948), Mr. John Wisnewski. 

CRCM, as well as other similar clubs around the globe, greatly benefit from individuals such as Mr. Wisnewski who have the idea and foresight to establish aeromodeling clubs for the fun and benefit of future generations of aeromodelers.

Many thanks to you, Mr. Wisnewski, for CRCM and all the fun and learning we’ve had as a Club over these many years!

Many more HAPPY LANDINGS to you!

In the picture, long time members Al Brose (left), Rick B. (Right) and founding member John Wisnewski (Center).

It has been a long while since I posted in this blog. Bad on me!  However, life, COVID and a myriad of other things get in the way sometimes unfortunately.

On that note, I would like to introduce my newest addition to the fleet. The T28 Trojan scale aircraft (See pics below). Actually, I’ve had this aircraft for about two years and simply have not had time to get out and fly it.

For those military buffs who would like more information on this aircraft, it’s history, uses, etc., please click on this LINK.

My specific T-28 model is the T-28B 1.2m version. I purchased this as a Bind-N-Fly from Horizon Hobby since I already have a Spektrum transmitter. The iX20SE to be precise. This plane comes with the AS3X technology, which provides for more stable flight in windy conditions, retractable landing gear and working 3-position flaps. The latest iteration of this model can be found at the Horizon Hobby website HERE.

As an itermediate pilot (yes, after all my years I’m still intermediate, bleh!) I find this aircraft to be extremely stable and easy to fly. My particular weakness is landing (always has been!) and I find this aircraft to be very easy to bring in for a good landing, even without using the flaps. This airplane tends to float very nicely which makes for a soft landing.

Flight time with the 2200 mah, 3S battery is about 5 to 7 minutes depending on how fast one is flying.

I find this plane to be a great option for any intermediate to advanced pilots and would highly recommend it.

Until next time, HAPPY LANDINGS !

Mike C.,

Secretary, CRCM

Saturday, Sept. 29: Hangar 9 Ultra-Stick 30cc Maiden:  Low 60’s, cloudy, dead wind.

I would like to introduce my newest addition to the fleet, a Hangar 9 Ultra Stick 30cc.  It has an 81 inch wing span, is 73 inches long and is all of 14 pounds heavy.  It is powered by a DLE 30cc gasoline motor and features an EME electric starter from MileHighRC. Receiver and servos are Futaba. Flight stabilization is accomplished using a Bavarian Demon Cortex (Yes, I know, I’m cheating !). The starter makes for a very heavy front end and about 6 oz of lead was required at the tail end to get a good CG balance.

Overall a pleasant ARF to put together. However I did find the covering to be wrinkled almost everywhere. Some time will have to be spent to work the wrinkles out for a clean build.  I also found the connecting hardware (e.g. clevises, control horn components, etc.) to be sub-standard. I ended up buying my own control surface hardware for piece of mind.

I must give my friend Jaime Solis special mention as he assisted me greatly to finalize the electronics and ‘plumbing’ installation. Jaime has been an aero-modeler for over 40 years and contributes greatly to the hobby passing on knowledge and ‘how to’ advice. Jaime gave the Ultra Stick a good maiden flight and shake-down. The only issue was getting the DLE 30 to idle consistently without quitting. This will take some investigation. The Ultra Stick seems to fly somewhere between a trainer and intermediate 3D airplane. Depending on one’s flying prowess, it probably could do just about anything, from basic Sport flying to heavy 3D.

I’m very pleased with this aircraft so far and would highly recommend it.

Happy Landings,

Mike C.

Friday morning (July 6) seemed like a good time to get some flying in so I took the morning off from work. Unfortunately, the winds were high and gusty, so no flying for me. At least I did get the ole Mentor-G gas high-wing out to do a pre-flight check and carb adjustment. Anyone looking for a gasoline (2-stroke) trainer should give this plane a try. As of this post, they are still being sold online by MaxfordUSA (dot com). Very reasonably priced ARF at $239.99 (plus $30 shipping). When I purchased mine, the quality of construction and covering was superb. Hopefully they maintained the quality. I have a CRRC 26cc gas 2-stroke on it which takes a 40:1 (gas:oil) mix. Overall wing span is 83″ and fuselage length is 60″. Weighs a hefty 11 lbs flying weight, but handles very nice and is visible.

Of course, I have to put a plug in for my side interest. I also brought out the ‘ole smoker’, a TSA Infusion nitro 600 size helicopter. This one is all Futaba (CGY-750 V2 controller, servos, etc.) Just getting it tuned in for headspeed and agility. Don’t see many of these anymore with electrics dominating the scene, but fun to get out once in awhile.

Enough rambling for now … until next time !

Happy Landings !

Well, our first Fun Fly of the 2018 season has come and gone. In the words of our event coordinator, “The weather was C.R.A.P. (Cold, Raining and Problematic). These things happen, Mother Nature cannot be controlled, and we shall adapt and overcome. The event was called due to the weather so there will be another day allotted as a Rain Day to make up the event. Further details and a new date will be announced in the near future. Thanks to all who braved the weather and showed up and a special thanks to Ed Kamm for coordinating the event. Pictures courtesy of Gene Snow.