Tomahawk SSC
http://www.bluenotecreations.com/
The Wing :
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The Tomahawk's proprietary CG3S airfoil has been specifically designed to excel in RC combat. Neutral handling is provided by a fully symmetrical, high lift, low drag, damage tolerant wing that allows equal positive and negative maneuvering capabilities across a wide wing loading range.
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The integrated wing positioning system allows deflection upon impact to displace energy and then returns the wing to its neutral position, with minimal damage.
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The optimized wing plan-form provides increased stability and energy ( speed ) retention through extreme maneuvers and excellent slow speed flight characteristics with minimal tip stall at all speeds.
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The wing cores are created from a specially formulated crush resistant, low density EPS foam with EPP leading edges and tips for damage resistance and lightness.
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Dual aileron servo integration provides control redundancy for survivability while also allowing mixing and individual end-point adjustments.
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Fiberglass reinforced center section, trailing edge and strike plate for strength and component protection.
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Proven construction methods incorporating dual Ø1/8” continuous fiberglass spars across the wingspan, bi-directional fiberglass adhesive tape, and colored packing tape yields a strong and durable wing.
The Fuselage :
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Robust anodized aluminum channel backbone provides 54% more strength than 3/8” x 1/2” rails.
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Modular design allows for quick assembly, repairs, and break down while storing compactly in plastic totes.
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Simplified installation of the Magnum 15 XLS engine via the optionally pre-drilled fuselage channels or use the standard undrilled version for the O.S. 15 LA and other engines.
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Fiberglass reinforced vertical stabilizer, with ventral fin, protects the stabulator servo while increasing directional tracking and resisting yaw deviations when the wings are loaded with ribbons.
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The full flying stabulator provides authoritative pitch control with minimizing torque loads on the servo via aerodynamic balances while remaining quickly removable for transportation or storage.
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Streamline aluminum rubber band retainers firmly secured to the fuselage for wing attachment.
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Throttle servo positioning protects servo from exhaust spray damage and the shock absorbing push rod system protects it from impact damage.
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The quickly removable, light weight, shock absorbing skid system allows smooth landings while protecting the ventral structures from damage and debris during landings.
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Integrated throttle servo and wing stop assembly provides support for flight conditions while implementing a mechanical fuse system to minimize airframe damage from ground impacts.
Components Required ( beyond Base & Accessory Kit ) :
( 1 ) Throttle Servo ( 9-10g )
( 2 ) Oversized servo arms for ailerons
( 3 ) Mini Servos ( i.e. Hitec HS-82MG )
( 5 ) 6” servo extensions
.15 Engine, glow plug, compatible spinner nut, remote needle and fuel filter ( if desired )
MAS 8x3 Propeller
Receiver
Receiver battery ( about 400mAh ) ( plus UBEC if using a LiPo )
Transmitter
Wing Rubber bands
Additional Tools & Materials Required/Suggested :
Glues, Tapes & Adhesives :
( 1 ) roll of Bi-Directional fiberglass packing tape ( such as 3M Scotch Extreme )
( 2-4 ) Rolls of light weight colored packing tape (or film) for covering
30 Minute epoxy
3M Super77 Classic Spray Glue
Clear Packing tape
Goop Adhesive ( Marine variety preferred )
Low temperature hot melt glue stick and low temperature glue gun
Low viscosity 2-part foam safe epoxy resin ( such as West System Brand 105/205 )
Polyurethane Glue ( such as Gorilla Glue ) or Adhesive Caulk ( such as Polyseamseal )
Regular tack masking tape
Thin Cyanoacrylate ( CA ) glue
Tools and Equipment :
#11 razor knife and extra blades
Center Punch
CG Meter
Combination Square
Covering iron
Deflection meter
Drill and 1/16”, 1/8”, 9/64”, 5/32”, #20 ( or 11/64” ), and drill bits
Electric rotary tool with flat stone bit and router base ( if available )
Electronic scale ( if available )
Engine Mount Hole Locator ( if using undrilled fuselage option )
Fine tip markers and pencil
Hex head drivers
Needle nose pliers
Pop Rivet gun ( or replacement #4-40 screws and nuts for skid )
Safety glasses
Scissors
Small Phillips head screwdriver ( for servo arm )
Small plastic card ( such as credit card ) for applying the tape
Steel ruler ( various sizes )
Timer
Various clamps
Various small metal files
Various weights ( soft preferred )
Wire cutters
Consumable Supplies :
( 1 ) Sandwich bag
( 2 ) Small nuts ( slightly smaller than the side of servos )
120 Grit sandpaper
Blue thread lock
Fine steel wool
Disposable brush
Grocery bag
Micro-balloons ( preferred ) or talcum powder
Mixing cups and stir/application sticks
Paper towels or rags
Rubbing alcohol
Small board or book ( for potting the servos )