We are making plans for an online extension to our training program, using the RealFlight software. RealFlight is a longtime recommendation for beginners to develop their skills. But it also enables you to join online sessions along with others at our virtual Marymoor field. To join in, start RealFlight, choose Multiplayer from the menu, click…
Rob McConaghy is an engineer’s engineer. He solves mechanical and electrical engineering problems, designs and scratch-builds solutions, and is always ready to recognize the experience and contributions of his colleagues. And Rob’s longstanding project – some may say obsession – with Stirling Cycle engines is testament to his dogged pursuit of optimal solutions. Low noise,…
Corey Kelmel left the room in awe of his giant scale Taylor Craft scratch build at the March 20th club meeting. Apart from the technical, mathematical, and materials skills involved it was a tour de force in project management as he described the logistics involved in curating the experience of fellow builders, international parts sourcing,…
Watching extreme aerobatics at the field performed by accomplished MaR/C 3D flyers is always a pleasure. But it can also be intimidating, even discouraging. The maneuvers seem so crazy they are out of reach to the majority of us. You might think there must be computers involved. That new AI stuff perhaps. Or maybe black…
