RCV90SP - Top-flite P-39

                                                                    
Owned and built by Mr Ted Atmore, USA

Specifications

Kit Manufacturer: Top-Flite
Plane: P-39
Wingspan: 63 inches
Scale: 1:7
Weight: 9lbs
Prop: 15.5x 12 APC 4-bladed

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Mr Atmore remarks 'every picture I have seen of this plane kit always shows a conventional type of engine which because of the sharp pointed nose of this aircraft the engines hang out of the right sie of the fuselage.   As you can see, this engine is hidden under the cowling'.

'The cooling seems to be adequate for standing still and taxing, but I haven't had a chance to fly it yet.' The large open areas (about 4") behind the prop are there to let hot engine heat escape and Ted put a large hole just behind the propeller on the front under side of the fuselage to allow cool air to enter.  These are essential when enclosing the engine in a cowl.

The engine was broken in using an 18x12 propeller (as per the RCV instructions). The 4-bladed propeller shown in these photos will be used for flying.

The fuel used is Coolpower (011802) 10% Nitro