Anyone flying one of these SPAD RC's? I found the SPAD Website and was wondering if any SPAD flyers were on this newsgroup and how the planes fly compared to balsa kits. I may attempt one...
Thanks, Bryan - MimsFlyer-FL
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Jan 09, 2005
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They fly surprisingly well. I've made several. They can take a lot of abuse. For a fast, fun, nearly indestructible flying machine I don't think you can beat them. If you are going to Perry Swap Meet (March 4 & 5) you can pick them up new for a pittance. Check Nick Neville's table. His are great and nearly ready to fly.
Red S.
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has lots of info on SPADs. I started flying one last summer with a 25 engine and a 30" wing span. Flies at 40-50 MPH and small enough to take on vacation in the car. I highly recommend one for just messing around.
Todd
They fly real well,We use the Spad Saturday Nite Special for combat at our club.They're tough,a bit heavy but with a TT 46 Pro.Quiet fast. We just have spare parts,mainly fuselages when one gets messed up. The wings hold up real well and will keep flying with a piece cut out from a mid/air.
They're cheap,fast and tough....
Good luck.
Bryan,
I highly recommend building one. They're fun, easy to fly and tough as nails. I always keep one or two ready to go.
Good flying, Bob Scott
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