I'm building a Great Planes Spectra glider. It has a 78" wingspan (2 meters) and will be electric powered. At my home field we don't fly noise makers until 1:00 pm on Sundays so this will be my Sunday morning flyer.
Tail FeathersThe tail feathers are built up from laser cut parts and stick balsa cut to length. They go together very quick and easy.
WingThe wing on this glider is two piece with a box spar and a built up joiner. It's easy to build and transport will be no problem. It's held on with rubber bands but I think I'll change that to dowels and nylon bolts.
FuseThe fuse was a piece of cake to assemble. I did convert the wing over to dowells and nylon bolts so that took a little thought.
CoveringI didn't want to spend a lot of money on this airplane so when it came time to cover it I looked in my leftover covering box. I used a combination of Ultracote and Monokote I hope they don't fight :-)
PowerPower will come from a speed 600 can motor on 8 cells with an 8X4 folding prop.
FinishedThe spectra is ready to fly. It weighs in at 42oz. which is under the recommended flying weight I think this is due to the type of servos and receiver I used.
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Specs
| Wingspan |
78.5" |
| Wing Area |
676 sq/in. |
| Weight |
48oz. |
| Fuse Length |
40" |
| Engine |
Speed 600 can motor |
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