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Vertigo II Build
Don Jenkins:
I built a plane back in 2017 that flew quite well with a Stalker .61 that I named Vertigo. Unfortunately I only got 65 flights on it and only flew it in one contest before I put it straight in on asphalt. Anyway, I decided to build another Vertigo, this time E-powered and I'm using a foam wing that I've had for about 7 years. I am somewhat reluctant to start a build thread since I sometimes get distracted from the builds for long periods of time, but I'll give it a try. The pics are of the first Vertigo before its first flight and after its last! I did collect and assemble all of the pieces so it would resemble a plane for the final pic.
Don
Don Jenkins:
I am reusing a 3D printed motor mount from my first electric build (a full size vector) that no longer exists. Yes, I crashed that one too, but at least I got over 4 years out of it and flew it in many contests.
Don Jenkins:
Motor crutch complete.
Don Jenkins:
Fuselage construction is a lot easier with this jig that I obtained many years ago from my flying buddy and coach Ed Ruane. Ed has since retired from the hobby and I no longer have a coach, which probably explains why I crash more often!
Don Jenkins:
The top block is tacked in place for rough shaping before it gets hollowed out and the turtle deck is wrapped around the mold waiting to dry.
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