Just started cutting out some parts for a 1963 Dave Platt design "Executor" originally spanning 54" for a .15 cu in. engine.
Intended for Single Channel using three rubber driven escapements - plan from Outerzone
https://outerzone.co.uk/plan_details.asp?ID=9919
I liked the overall shape of the model as well as the symmetrical airfoil which I think should handle a breeze better than a flat bottom.
That and the fact that Dave Platt is known for some pretty good model designs.
I have scaled it down to 80% size to suit my Enya .09 that I will be using. (also running out of space for bigger models!)
Still early in the build stage at this point.
This will be flown with a converted to 2.4 single channel C&S Electronics Falcon 1 transmitter using one of Phil G's single channel encoders.
I will have rudder, 3 position throttle and kick up elevator on this one.
Will post more as the build progresses.
Mike F
Dave Platt Executor
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Re: Dave Platt Executor
Looks great, I am looking forward for the building report. (and of course flying report later)
Three rubber escapements will be a real challenge.
BTW, great transmitter.
Frank
Three rubber escapements will be a real challenge.
BTW, great transmitter.
Frank
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Re: Dave Platt Executor
I should have written as designed "originally" it was intended for 3 escapements.
Mine will have three well behaved servos emulating single channel operation using the single button - only without
the simulated hanging up, rubber running down, skipping a signal, going out of range etc.!
Mine will have three well behaved servos emulating single channel operation using the single button - only without
the simulated hanging up, rubber running down, skipping a signal, going out of range etc.!
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Re: Dave Platt Executor progressing
I made some progress on the Executor.
The wing is coming along nicely should be finished it in a day or so.
The wing is coming along nicely should be finished it in a day or so.
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Re: Dave Platt Executor
Progress has slowed down on my Executor as the XHT module arrived for my C&S Electronics Falcon 1 single channel transmitter conversion.
As a result I have spent more time on that that building this. That will change as I have just finished the conversion.
As a result I have spent more time on that that building this. That will change as I have just finished the conversion.
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Re: Dave Platt Executor
A little more done on the Executor.
More to follow when the air frame is completed.
More to follow when the air frame is completed.
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Re: Dave Platt Executor
Air frame construction almost complete.
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Re: Dave Platt Executor
Great looking model... Have you an image of the original a colour scheme ?
Shaun
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Re: Dave Platt Executor
What finish are you going with tissue, film, nylon ??
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Re: Dave Platt Executor
A far as an image goes I only have the one from the magazine cover shot. (attached)
The scheme might be based on the original but not exactly. I like the swoops by the nose but will carry it under the nose and probably extend over the back side instead of ending on the sides. Have to give it some thought while I build the next model.
As much as I would like to see it covered and finished I cannot get myself to bake on a layer of plastic film. I have a few models covered in that media and it works great but I don't think it is right for this model. Thought about tissue over Mylar but I am sure I will get over that.
Right now leaning towards using Lite Span or Coverite "Cover Lite" with a coat of dope mainly because I have plenty of each.
Far too cold to dope outside. Might risk doing it in my basement workshop with a fan in the window.
Depends on the noise it creates from upstairs!
Very much looking towards flying this one with my converted C&S Falcon 1 single channel transmitter operating rudder, elevator & throttle.
The scheme might be based on the original but not exactly. I like the swoops by the nose but will carry it under the nose and probably extend over the back side instead of ending on the sides. Have to give it some thought while I build the next model.
As much as I would like to see it covered and finished I cannot get myself to bake on a layer of plastic film. I have a few models covered in that media and it works great but I don't think it is right for this model. Thought about tissue over Mylar but I am sure I will get over that.
Right now leaning towards using Lite Span or Coverite "Cover Lite" with a coat of dope mainly because I have plenty of each.
Far too cold to dope outside. Might risk doing it in my basement workshop with a fan in the window.
Depends on the noise it creates from upstairs!
Very much looking towards flying this one with my converted C&S Falcon 1 single channel transmitter operating rudder, elevator & throttle.
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- Model Aircraft May 1963R.pdf
- Found a better copy of the magazine cover shot on the internet. I do not have the magazine
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