Author Topic: Nats Coverage (Read 42270 times)

Dick Pacini · « **Reply #50 on:** July 17, 2012, 12:47:49 AM »

Did Derek's Matrix make the trip? I would expect it to be right up there in appearance points.

Howard Rush · « **Reply #51 on:** July 17, 2012, 04:53:47 AM »

Derek's was on the front row at the far end of that picture. It's pretty cool, too.

Matt Colan · « **Reply #52 on:** July 17, 2012, 06:15:10 AM »

Who's Zero is that?

Tom Niebuhr · « **Reply #53 on:** July 17, 2012, 07:17:30 AM »

Ref Bob Hunt taking a peek: Ted looks like he is saying "I'm hung over and very tired... don't bother me"

Thanks for the pictures guys, can't wait to see more.

Douglas Ames · « **Reply #54 on:** July 17, 2012, 07:46:29 AM »

How many models have been crunched by people over the years?

Wouldn't it be a little safer if they were cordoned off by a 10" barrier?

Gotta go one of these years just to watch. Beautiful planes!

Doug Knoyle · « **Reply #55 on:** July 17, 2012, 08:24:01 AM »

Just curious if any of you know of any active twitter feeds for blow by blow info?

proparc · « **Reply #56 on:** July 17, 2012, 09:03:07 AM »

I never thought I would see Double slotted Fowler type flaps on a competiton stunt ship. Unbelievable-what would they do in a stunt ship?

Dennis Toth · « **Reply #57 on:** July 17, 2012, 09:15:42 AM »

Is there a listing of the appearance points awarded to each ship posted anywhere? The AMA NATs site?

Best, DennisT

Randy Powell · « **Reply #58 on:** July 17, 2012, 09:23:51 AM »

Somehow, I didn't think Howard's sled would be white. Hmmm..

Doug Knoyle · « **Reply #59 on:** July 17, 2012, 10:08:02 AM »

Quote from: Randy Powell on July 17, 2012, 09:23:51 AM

Somehow, I didn't think Howard's sled would be white. Hmmm..

OK, I guess I missed it somewhere? Is that white/orange #"4" Impact in the photo is Howard's?

john e. holliday · « **Reply #60 on:** July 17, 2012, 10:09:51 AM »

Good photos of the planes. The space art is awesome. The plane with the multiple flaps remind me of an airliner taking off or landing. Also I don't think the concourse award will be known until banquet time.

Mike Haverly · « **Reply #61 on:** July 17, 2012, 10:37:59 AM »

Yes, that is Howard's white Impact, front row and flying quite well also. He was smiling after last nights flying session, good to see after his earlier frustrations. I just returned from the field. The outside temperature is 94 and it is supposed to warm up! Tough on us Northwest boys.

Randy Cuberly · « **Reply #62 on:** July 17, 2012, 10:47:30 AM »

A hearty THANK yOU to the folks that took the time away from having fun to send some photos back to us poor stay-at-homes.
Special thanks to Howard...More please!!!
Some positively unbelievable airplanes. Gotta go next year if only to see these airplanes first hand. Haven't been to the Nats since Reno...

Randy (Crying in my beer) Cuberly

Mike Haverly · « **Reply #63 on:** July 17, 2012, 01:02:51 PM »

Classic is in the books. Check out "Team Utah"! Congratulations to Jim Rhoades and Gordan. Jim's flightless bird actually flies very well.

Mike Haverly · « **Reply #64 on:** July 17, 2012, 01:05:55 PM »

And here's Old Time. Joe is really tough to beat!

proparc · « **Reply #65 on:** July 17, 2012, 01:28:23 PM »

Quote from: Mike Haverly on July 17, 2012, 01:02:51 PM

Classic is in the books. Check out "Team Utah"! Congratulations to Jim Rhoades and Gordan. Jim's flightless bird actually flies very well.

I can't believe it, Jim Rhoades has won Nats Classic!! I remember judging Jim at a Socal contest in Expert. He flew so nicely,and his Retro ran so well.

Brett Buck · « **Reply #66 on:** July 17, 2012, 01:29:35 PM »

Quote from: proparc on July 17, 2012, 01:28:23 PM

I can't believe it, Jim Rhoades has won Nats Classic!! I remember judging Jim at a Socal contest in Expert. He flew so nicely,and his Retro ran so well.

Unfortunately that airplane met it's demise when the nose broke off in-flight.

Brett

John Cralley · « **Reply #67 on:** July 17, 2012, 01:48:06 PM »

Way to go Joe!! That boy from OK is an OK stunt pilot!!!

Eric Viglione · « **Reply #68 on:** July 17, 2012, 02:09:42 PM »

As has been stated, the internet wifi at the Lee's Inn leaves a lot to be desired. Let's see if these 2 will upload.
Here's the infamous Matrix on the front row, and Howies woofer.

EricV

RC Storick · « **Reply #69 on:** July 17, 2012, 02:18:41 PM »

Lees internet is crap

Steve Helmick · « **Reply #70 on:** July 17, 2012, 02:48:31 PM »

I'm wondering if part of Sparky's trouble is uploading .png files? Those are supposed to be thumbnails for .jpg (or maybe other file types?). Try uploading .jpg's and see if that works better. I have had nothing but trouble with .png's, anyway. Maybe somebody who knows more about file extensions could 'splain it?

Anyway, it's good to see all the pictures and looking forward to seeing more. Good luck and good flying to all! And Mike...I want to hear that you did some good H8's!!!

Steve

De Hill · « **Reply #71 on:** July 17, 2012, 02:58:46 PM »

Quote from: Mike Haverly on July 17, 2012, 01:05:55 PM

And here's Old Time. Joe is really tough to beat!

Joe Gilbert was flying a Ted Snow designed Humongous powered by an Anderson Spitfire .65 on Ignition.

He is a Tulsa Gluedobber.

proparc · « **Reply #72 on:** July 17, 2012, 04:34:48 PM »

Somebody gives me video of this thing flying, and there will be a foam wing in it for you-serious.

Dennis Toth · « **Reply #73 on:** July 17, 2012, 05:11:21 PM »

Has Dan B taken a practice flight with the "Jet" yet? Does it get through the whole pattern?

Best, DennisT

Mike Haverly · « **Reply #74 on:** July 17, 2012, 07:44:03 PM »

Kaz added a little decor' to a few of our models this evening with little flag stickers or his country and ours. Kinda cool.

Dan tried to fly the jet last night but it wouldn't light off. Thunder and lightening put the kibosh on any flying tonight, at least while I was there. Who knows about Danny, he may have flown anyway

PJ Rowland · « **Reply #75 on:** July 17, 2012, 07:46:11 PM »

Pitty about the Interenet connections. These things happen.

Thanks to all the photo's so far. Congrats Rob and to all whom were Front Row.

Jim Kraft · « **Reply #76 on:** July 17, 2012, 08:06:12 PM »

Congratulations to Joe Gilbert. Great flying Joe. Wow! 318 on both flights. Once you get her locked in she just does it again.

wwwarbird · « **Reply #77 on:** July 17, 2012, 08:55:42 PM »

Thanks again for the continuing photos and info guys. Who's Zero?

Mike Palko · « **Reply #78 on:** July 17, 2012, 09:41:34 PM »

I appreciate the pictures as well.

The Nat's News has been excellent. A small peek at what is going on throughout the week.

Mike

Dennis Moritz · « **Reply #79 on:** July 17, 2012, 10:37:06 PM »

Dany flew the jet this evening. Earlier lightning and threats of rain cleared the L-Pad. Only a few saw the great spectacle. Paul Winter and his entourage kept off the pad in the protective enclosure of an SUV, until the shrieking bird was off, the pipe glowing red. Beautiful sight in the Muncie twilight. Loops, squares, inverted. Dan tried an AMA eight but bailed, possibly too near the end of tank. Prope Oxide and 87 Octane, 50/50, a friendly mix. Ignition after three or four pumps on the bicycle pump. Thanks to the Moonies and Mike Scott for manning the pump, the shock box and launching. 3.6 second laps. The 18.5 ounce chicken hopper should hold enough for a pattern with the right 87 octane mix.

Classic and Old Time today. Flown off the green (and yellow). Muncie is dried out, the grass brillo on the knees. Watch it.

Andrew Borgogna · « **Reply #80 on:** July 17, 2012, 10:59:29 PM »

Let me add my congratulations to Joe, Gordon and Jim. I am lucky to know all three and they are all really good at what they do.

Andy

Bruce Perry · « **Reply #81 on:** July 17, 2012, 11:50:34 PM »

PJ

The concours is awarded at the banquet..... I'm pretty sure.... Yeah I remember something like that....

B

PJ Rowland · « **Reply #82 on:** July 18, 2012, 12:18:45 AM »

Brain fade..... You're spot on Bruce ,I simply forgot.

Will Dan try a full Pattern ? Someone has to Film that an Upload it to Youtube !

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #83 on:** July 18, 2012, 06:46:43 AM »

How many are flying electric? Let me guess!

Paul W
Howard R
Kenny S
Bob H
Jason G
Bill D
Frank W
Mike H
Buddy W
Jose M

Any more?

Tom Niebuhr · « **Reply #84 on:** July 18, 2012, 07:46:49 AM »

Congrats to Mike Scott too for 2nd in OTS. Good showing from the Dallas members.

What airplane did Gordy fly in Classic?

Crist: That list of people shows quite a trend!

Juan Valentin · « **Reply #85 on:** July 18, 2012, 08:29:29 AM »

Can somebody please post pictures of the planes?
Juan

Larry Wong · « **Reply #86 on:** July 18, 2012, 08:54:05 AM »

So far the pictures are great , thanks for taking the time to share in your busy day . Keep them coming.

Dennis Toth · « **Reply #87 on:** July 18, 2012, 10:02:08 AM »

GO DAN - smoke'em (or shake their fillings at least)!!!! I hope you get into the top 20 and higher. I love to see someone break new ground. Hope the guy with the split flap does well also.

Best, DennisT

Bill Little · « **Reply #88 on:** July 18, 2012, 10:25:12 AM »

Best of luck to all who are there and a special thanks to those who are supplying reports an pictures. I know what it is like when the temperature goes up and you spend all day on the L pad. Make SURE that you do not get dehydrated!!

Bill

Mike Palko · « **Reply #89 on:** July 18, 2012, 10:26:40 AM »

Dan is only flying exhibition flights, not in competition. I said he should have entered it! More info can be found here http://stunthanger.com/smf/index.php?topic=26369.0. I don't want to clutter this thread and get off topic.

Dan is judging Advanced/Open this year.

Mike

proparc · « **Reply #90 on:** July 18, 2012, 10:49:27 AM »

Quote from: Crist Rigotti on July 18, 2012, 06:46:43 AM

How many are flying electric? Let me guess!

Paul W
Howard R
Kenny S
Bob H
Jason G
Bill D
Frank W
Mike H
Buddy W
Jose M

Any more?

4 strokers are getting our butts kicked Chris.

john e. holliday · « **Reply #91 on:** July 18, 2012, 10:59:21 AM »

If you want pictures and great reporting of all events, go to the AMA site, modelaircraft.org .. Look for NATS News in the listings.

peabody · « **Reply #92 on:** July 18, 2012, 11:10:59 AM »

Entry looks a little light....probably the heat for the previous three months....

Have fun!

Tom Niebuhr · « **Reply #93 on:** July 18, 2012, 11:31:57 AM »

And... the uncalled for price of gasoline!

Brett Buck · « **Reply #94 on:** July 18, 2012, 12:00:21 PM »

Quote from: Tom Niebuhr on July 18, 2012, 11:31:57 AM

And... the uncalled for price of gasoline!

Part of it is certainly the lack of West coast participants. I am not there, Dave is running it, Ted is judging, and the dozens of guys who would like to go and some of which had previously attended have gotten worn down with the "2 weeks of driving for 4 flights" issue.

Might want to see how this all looks if you add another skill class - no point in having 2 days of qualifying any more if there aren't 20 participants in a class.

Brett

proparc · « **Reply #95 on:** July 18, 2012, 12:31:28 PM »

Quote from: Brett Buck on July 18, 2012, 12:00:21 PM

Might want to see how this all looks if you add another skill class - no point in having 2 days of qualifying any more if there aren't 20 participants in a class.

Brett

That is a good point. I am now 1500 miles closer yet , I still couldn't make it. But I am working on it, that's for sure. My date with the L pad is a top priority.

Randy Powell · « **Reply #96 on:** July 18, 2012, 12:33:47 PM »

Yep, it's 2500 miles one way for me. Not happening anytime soon.

RC Storick · « **Reply #97 on:** July 18, 2012, 01:08:52 PM »

Quote from: Brett Buck on July 18, 2012, 12:00:21 PM

Part of it is certainly the lack of West coast participants. I am not there, Dave is running it, Ted is judging, and the dozens of guys who would like to go and some of which had previously attended have gotten worn down with the "2 weeks of driving for 4 flights" issue.

Might want to see how this all looks if you add another skill class - no point in having 2 days of qualifying any more if there aren't 20 participants in a class.

Brett

I know this is my fault but I am a lot closer and get 4 flights for 100.00 plus hotel. I'm dead last on my circle due to lack of practice. I wish it was at the end of the season instead of the begining. Oh well i'm here and having fun.

Jim Kraft · « **Reply #98 on:** July 18, 2012, 01:18:09 PM »

Yeah Robert. But if you were not there we would not get to see more pictures of your beautiful airplane.

Tom Niebuhr · « **Reply #99 on:** July 18, 2012, 01:33:16 PM »

It would be wonderful to have the Nats at rotating locations again, but we have all heard the never ending argument of cost to AMA. And if we wanted our own Stunt Nats, or CL Nats would we be welcome back to Muncie at a later date??

Travel above 500 miles is common for most. 1000mi, 1500 mi, 2500 mi....... it is not fair to a large number of people, particularly with today' s expenses.

That is the reason that I have been not been to the Nats in 12 years, and it is killing me. It is hard to get to many "local" contests, because "local" can be 250 mi.

It is not getting better. I hope that one day I can stop saying "Next year".

Meanwhile, keep please the pictures coming, making the connection to us who are not there. Robert, we really appreciate your efforts.

Author Topic: Nats Coverage (Read 42270 times)

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