Latest Model - Curtiss JN-4

i have just finished my newest model. It is a Curtis Jenny (JN-4) and my first biplane. It is a true slow flyer and sports functioning flying wires. All I need is a nice still day to get it in the air and see how well it flys. I have been following the discusions on RC universe http://www.rcuniverse.com/
and I really like what I see there as it seems to really fly true to scale which is something I look for in models. I know a lot of RC pilots are into 3D and things that you do not actually see in full scale aircraft. Everyone has their own preferences in this sport but I lean hard to true scale looks and performance.

The Jenny was a favorite trainer for WWI pilots and at the end of the war many pilots who were trained by the U.S. Army were able to purchase these aircraft very cheaply. They were used a lot in barnstorming and airshows to promote aviation to a public that had never actually seen a flying machine. They were also used a lot in the early airmail and transportation market. You can still find a few of these classic airframes still in flying condition across the country.

It thrills me every time a see one of the old biplanes in the air. I don't think I have ever seen a Jenny fly but a number of others such as the Steermans and Wacos are seen from time to time in the air.

Looking forward to better weather

Seems like it has been an eternity since we have been able to get a plane in the air. Usually we have a warm spell in January which will provide an opportunity for at least an hour or two to fly but not this year. The cold is not the real problem but the wind and falling moisture really present a problem. As my interest has really turned to electric power even the cold has an impact as the batteries just don't have as mcuh life when it is very cold. I have trimmed up, painted and repaired all winter and really need to get some time on the sticks. I have worn the simulator out and it is just not quite the same as actually seeing the plane lift off into the air.

Ah, but soon the weather will become more favorable surely. Come Spring - come quickly!!