Build and fly your very own model airplane design. Using clear explanations, you will learn about important design trade-offs and how to choose among them. The latest research and techniques are discussed using easy to understand language. You will discover:
- The special challenges faced by the smaller models and how to overcome them.
- How to choose the right material for each part of the airplane.
- Easy rules for selecting the right power system, gas or electric.
- When it makes sense to use one of the innovative KFm airfoils.
- Pros and cons of canard and multi-wing configurations.
- A step-by-step design process that includes goal setting and flight testing.
- In-depth discussions of important topics like airfoils and wing design.
- The sources of air drag and how to minimize their impact.
