Free Flight Sport

Don DeLoach's article on glues for Free Flight outlines the historical evolution of adhesives, starting from ancient times with birch bark and animal hide glue. He discusses key types of glues for model building:

1. **Aliphatic Wood Glue** - Strong, non-toxic, and ideal for balsa models but takes 24 hours to reach full strength.

2. **Nitrocellulose Glues** - Fast-drying and lightweight, great for small models but toxic and flammable.

3. **Epoxies** - Strong and rigid, they create durable bonds but are heavier, making them less suitable for small models.

4. **PU Glue** - Versatile but expands while curing, generally not recommended for model airplanes.

5. **Instant Glues (CA)** - Fast-curing and essential for modeling, but toxic and can add excess weight if overused.

The article emphasizes the importance of selecting the right glue for specific applications in model aviation.

Eros

The Eros is a 16.5-inch FF Catapult Glider by Don DeLoach, designed for easy construction and flight, using lightweight balsa and high-tech features.

About Us Stevens AeroModel - 2013/03

As a 10-year-old son of a military officer, Bill Stevens had no idea he’d someday be the owner of an electric RC kit manufacturing company. He began flying at that age with Cox plastic CL ARFs with the company’s ubiquitous spring-start .049 glow engines. “I also did model rocketry for a time with the help of my dad, and then RC cars,” he explained.

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