PSS Channel.

[Doc J]

Hi Guys,
I know there is a mild interest in PSS, and from a model/academic point of view maybe more than mild interest.

So, Since Jure and I have embarked on the DH108 Swallow project, I thought maybe we could have a place for us all to put our cadidates for PSS. In the best case the full-sized aircraft should be a good subject for a scale size model without too much modification to wing area, or slimming down etc - such as the DH108 and the new one below.

- how about this one.

This is a forerunner to the U2, the Lockheed CL282. Note the generally similar appearance to the U2, except this one has a more Starfighter-like fuselage with a T-Tail. Remember the F104 Starfighter with its tiny stubby wings ? Well essentially this is an F104 thats been through a huge wing stretch programme.

I'm liking it at 72" or so.

So if you have any candidates, post them here and lets all further our collective knowledge a bit.

Doc

 

[rlocke]

I LIKE THIS A LOT. I HAVE A U-2 (FOAM) THAT FLIES VERY WELL. MAKE ME ONE.
RON

 

[Wayne]

Your U2 based thing makes me jump to the Canberra.

Those wing mounted motors would make this a pain in the butt.

 

[Doc J]

Your U2 based thing makes me jump to the Canberra.

Those wing mounted motors would make this a pain in the butt.

I had them flying all arond me as a kid, Wayne, from RAF Bassigbourn in the mid '60's.

AS you say the wing mounted engines are a bit of a pain, but as vac formed super light shells? Might work OK.

Cheers,

Doc.

 

[purview]

I would prefer something not so wing typed. XFY-1 Pogo... Its like a cross-delta?
see picture here

 

[Doc J]

I would prefer something not so wing typed. XFY-1 Pogo... Its like a cross-delta?
see picture here

Wow, Chris - that would make a great glider! Look at all that aspect ratio and the super skinny low drag fuselage.

Honestly, buddy, if I was asked what plane would make the most unsuitable subject for PSS that would probably be it.

What are you thinking?

Doc.

 

[purview]

if you decide, can anybody offer a better choice than an U2 high aspect ratio wing? may I get a 2nd opportunity with a t-33

(although I like the f-86 sabre a far bit more)

 

[Doc J]

if you decide, can anybody offer a better choice than an U2 high aspect ratio wing? may I get a 2nd opportunity with a t-33

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(although I like the f-86 sabre a far bit more)

Its been done before but now you are talking!

Doc.

 

[Wayne]

if you decide, can anybody offer a better choice than an U2 high aspect ratio wing? may I get a 2nd opportunity with a t-33

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(although I like the f-86 sabre a far bit more)

Small world sometimes, but I sat next to the guy that owns and operates the plane pictured above. We were flying back to the west coast on an airline. He was heading home during a break in air shows. For sure the best person I have ever sat next to on a commercial flight. Super nice guy, was interesting to learn how his business works.

Sorry for the redirect.. Back on subject..

 

[Doc J]

Small world sometimes, but I sat next to the guy that owns and operates the plane pictured above. We were flying back to the west coast on an airline. He was heading home during a break in air shows. For sure the best person I have ever sat next to on a commercial flight. Super nice guy, was interesting to learn how his business works.

Sorry for the redirect.. Back on subject..

I thin this kind of story adds to the general content.

Doc.

 

[purview]

during ww2 the germans did some research on fighters that can operate at high altitude. there was a type of focke wolf with larger fuse and wing H-190 or Ta 152
that's suitable as performer on diff slopes

 

[Doc J]

during ww2 the germans did some research on fighters that can operate at high altitude. there was a type of focke wolf with larger fuse and wing H-190 or Ta 152
that's suitable as performer on diff slopes
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Excellent Chris - keep them coming!

Doc.

 

[purview]

for a split of a second I thought don't post again, but when will Konrad be back again? For some PSS stuff...

 

[SailHigh]

Your U2 based thing makes me jump to the Canberra.

Those wing mounted motors would make this a pain in the butt.

Lynsel made a Canberra for the Los Banos Scale PSS event over 20 years ago. I helped to launch it. She flew really well. It was pictured in the RCSD back in the day.

 

[Doc J]

Lynsel made a Canberra for the Los Banos Scale PSS event over 20 years ago. I helped to launch it. She flew really well. It was pictured in the RCSD back in the day.

I remember Lynsel Miller from the first time we came to USA in 1986. He had HUGE workshop.

Good days.

Doc.

 

[Wayne]

Always liked the Ta 152, but lots of models out there for that one...?

Does have the advantage of making an FW-190 from the same fuselage. (more or less..)

 

[Doc J]

Lynsel made a Canberra for the Los Banos Scale PSS event over 20 years ago. I helped to launch it. She flew really well. It was pictured in the RCSD back in the day.

Looking at it, I think that Lynsel may have cheated and put the engines on a diet - but not the fuselage.

With great respect, it looks a bit wonky to me.

Doc.

 

[Doc J]

Always liked the Ta 152, but lots of models out there for that one...?

Does have the advantage of making an FW-190 from the same fuselage. (more or less..)

There was also a Spitfire that had wing extensions for high altitude aerial photography, but it really didnt look too much different.

Loads of stuff out there - just have to find it. A lott of the WWII stuff could be flown pretty much to scale.

Mosquito!

Doc.

 

[Doc J]

More useful info: This is the UK Power Scale Soaring Association (PSSA) - yes there is a club.

Power Scale Soaring Association - Welcome to the PSSA Online

Welcome to PSSA Online – the official website of the Power Scale Soaring Association. You’ll find everything here you need to know regarding PSS modelling, our dedicated Associations activities and our flying events – past and present. Facebook Feed Our Next Planned Event Day Hour Minute Second...

www.pssaonline.co.uk

I think they might be a bunch of PSS Artists...Sorry, couldnt resist that one...

Doc.

 

[Mucksmear]

Ooh, PSSS, yes, I like.
I've been toying with the idea to do an F-27 or and L-29 (getting tired of seeing too many L-39)