Tuesday 8 April 2014

Roll on version 2.0

Sticking with the Eurofighter theme (I used to work on the real aircraft HUD at BAE Systems, so it has a place in my heart) I decided to up the anti with the second variant.
This model is based on the 'RC Powers' Eurofighter plans with some modifications based on my brief experience with v1.0 - sadly now flying around the great model shop in the sky.


I've improved access to the huge fuselage enclosure for hassle free alterations to the avionics which will make things much easier in the field when I start experimenting with the airframe.  I've also made a lot of reinforcement to the parts, and therefore weight - notice the carbon spar that also forms the leading edge for the tail fin.  To overcome added weight I am going to streamline the airframe as much as possible with coverings and chamfers to reduce drag - the propeller will also be selected to give me acceleration over top speed.

Everything will be built with maintenance, durability and adaptability in mind as I do intend to keep this aircraft flying for as long as possible - the big goal is to use it's large body to house an autopilot !