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The article discusses Nostalgia Rubber events in free flight modeling, focusing on designs from 1943-1956. It highlights Geoffrey Lefever's 1956 Wakefield and Frank Pearce-Higgins's Langley, emphasizing their construction, historical context, and compatibility with modern rubber. The author reflects on the evolution of model design and materials, noting dramatic changes over the decades, particularly in balsa usage and construction techniques. Various resources for plans and kits are also mentioned.
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The Junior Team for the 2002 World Championships in Slovakia includes Michael Avallone, Ben Coussens, and Dallas Parker (F1A Nordic Glider), Eddie Avallone, Taylor Gunder, and Ryan Jones (F1B Wakefield Rubber), and Austin Gunder and John Lorbiecki (F1J Power). Brian VanNest will be the team manager.
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The new FAI rules for Free Flight Duration introduce a "super max" for the first round, allowing longer flight times that count only if three minutes are maxed in all rounds. F1A's super max is four minutes; F1B and F1C's is five minutes. The rules aim to enhance performance consistency and adjust maximums based on conditions.
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Electronic timers for Free Flight, like Fritz Mueller's innovative design, offer accuracy and lightweight options for various models, enhancing performance.
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The Chattahoochee Challenge promotes affordable, easy-to-build Free Flight events, encouraging local participation and creative model design.
