With Planes of Fame's annual volunteer model contest approaching I've decided to revisit this project, after all it will be painted after one of the more prominent aircraft the museum owns. Turboejoe brought up a great point about my flying skill, I'm in no way experienced enough to fly a model like this yet. I've hardly flown much of anything at all actually. That being said I'm going to build this as a static model for now and add the electronics when I feel I'm ready to fly it, which all depends on when I end up building something that actually works.
Due to some parts being no longer available I'll have to diverge from the planned parts list somewhat. Instead of Solite I'm going to give Parklite a try. It is slightly heavier than Solite but I don't have many other options and it is somewhat stronger, and it isn't a full-weight covering that'll crush the frame.
I'm also considering omitting the landing gear and flying it as a belly lander. This should cut weight down significantly and make it a much simpler model mechanically, although it does raise some concerns. Landing on grass shouldn't be an issue but I am concerned about possibly damaging the frame by landing this way, does anyone have any feedback? I'm going to reinforce the center belly area on the wing with some light balsa to ensure grass or twigs don't tear through the belly.
Do note, I haven't ordered the Parklite yet. I'm waiting to see what y'all have to say on it.
