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Jim Walker was really one of a kind. He was a visionary, a showman, an inventor and a passionate promoter of Model Aviation. Whether he was flying his Two-Speed ignition engine Fireball with U-Control or his 10 cent Model 74 Glider, he captivated the crowds and the imagination of a generation of youngsters with his incredible flying skills. Producing Ready-To-Fly model planes years before balsa became common, his American Junior Aircraft Company shaped the furure of the hobby world with his innovative ideas and gave many of us the tools for the gift of flight. For those lucky enough to have met Jim Walker, we offer some precious fond memories. For those of us who never had the chance, we offer the chance to experience the fun and excitement of discovering the magic that was Jim Walker
Contest Director Graham Knight with his Jimmie Allen Yellow Jacket
See their site for information about the upcoming Jimmie Allen Contests for Old Warden (see contest announcement on Raynes Park MAC site or elsewhere in the SAM International Contest pages )
Welcome to the site of a pair of master craftsment from Italy who specialize
in Reproducing great motors of the past and who have ties to SAM Italia. No
one claims to be an italian linguist but the rough translation of their home
page text is as follows:
"In these pages you will find photos and characteristics of motors for model aircraft of years 45-46 that have been replicated by two modellisti,(modellers) friends for life,in that they share the same passion for the mechanics, and modelling in general. These replicas can be more appreciated when you consider how many originals were constructed and moreover you will find here replicas of the true reproductions, working, of marine motors that were installed on fishings boats of years 40 and 50. Finally the realization of one new replica: The Elia Titano, Other Italian motor of 1946. Leaf through this page from time to time and you will be able to follow the realization of this replica in all its constructive phases. "
Saluto! to Emidio
Gattfoni and his lifelong modeling friend,
Alessandro Ambrosi for their modeling and their passion for engines
and life!
The Christchurch Model Aero Club, NZ The Christchurch Model Aero Club Is one of the oldest clubs in New Zealand. Founded in 1947 it caters for all aspects of miniature aircraft flying, including Radio Control, Free Flight and Control Line. Our primary flying site is located at the "Willows" on Thompson Road, about 13 Km along the Old West Coast Road from the turn-off at the horse transfer depot on Highway 73. We welcome visitors and new members, so feel free to drive out and watch us flying on any Sunday.
Plans Optimized for Electric Flight! Highly Reccommended. (they sell all things
electric plus plans and kits)
National
Free-Flight
Society
The
Grandaddy of them all-Tower
Hobbies' well-maintained site featuring the best central registry of
modeling web sites on the web. Be sure to check their latest
additions regularly for new R/C and modeling-related sites from all
over the world.
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The home of RJL Industries, and source for model engines, including some fine reproductions of the Forster engines made from original castings and now they have added the Cunningham .647 Spark Ignition , the Edco Sky Devil .65 and more. They own the HP line of engines and build under the MECOA name as well. Well worth the occasional stop and check...particularly for Old Timer fliers!! Check them out! |  |
Home
to the Academy of Model Aeronautics web presence. Under construction, and
apparently, a surprise to most AMA members, it will offer a range of services
for AMA members, club listings, contest calendars, hopefully with frequent
updates. Fine graphics and attractive to navigate, this is a must-have
on your bookmark list.
Muroc
Model Masters- From Edwards AFB, CA. Excellent site with newsletters,
links and more! Maintained by Larry Wuertzer of their club, this site is
updated frequently and has wealth of information. They also have a Newsletter
Editors Resource Page. This is where the newsletter editor of your club
can go to collect articles and ideas from other newsletter editors. All
of the links on this page have given their permission to quote their work,
they only ask for credit if you do. The Muroc Model Masters would also
like to invite you to add your newsletter to their list of editors willing
to share their work.
Wonderful site with great links to free-flight oriented sites and tips and...you get the drift. Well-maintained and fun site worth the regular visit.
The
Experimental Aircraft Association's Web Site--more fun than you could believe!
Still the best organization for home-builders. Let's face it, most modelers
secretly wish to build a full-scale job......Some Day!
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