| Since
the full size L-39 Albatros was designed to be able to operate from turf
runways, it is fitting that the model is similarly capable. |
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internal landing gear mounts are rugged and the knee action struts (all 3)
absorb the torture of the turf. The gear doors cycle open then close
for each operation keeping them clear of the grass during take-off and
landing. The Pro Go-Fly series Skymaster jets come with the landing
gear, doors, and air tubing installed. |
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Smart Multi Function valve handles the control of the retracts, doors, and
wheel brakes, eliminating multiple servos and valves. This unit is
available from BVM when you purchase a Skymaster kit. |
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| The take-off roll was
approximately 250 ft for this 34 pound (dry) jet. It is powered by the
latest JetCat P-120SX featuring internal Kero Start. This is a perfect
engine/airframe match. |
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| The L-39 with flaps
deployed is properly set up for a perfect landing on the grass strip. |
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Test pilot Dustin Buescher
with the Albatros and Carolina who is the latest addition to the BVM factory team.
To Learn More About The L-39
click to Skymaster USA
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F-15 Eagle |
| The Skymaster F-15 is
available in multiple paint schemes but we thought that this "Camo" is
particularly appealing. It was professionally assembled and geared-up
by Henry Nugyen and is one of the BVM/Skymaster USA demonstration models.
You will see it at several upcoming eastern jet rallies.
At a dry weight of 27 lbs. it is ideally powered by the
new and very attractively priced ($2,195.00) JetCat P-80. |
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| The landing gear proved
capable of the grass field operation and the gear doors, while they remain
open in the down position, do have sufficient ground clearance. |
Aileron and Flap controls |
Stab Servo access
and Exhaust Nozzle detail |
Rudder control |
| The control rigging is
simple and effective on this Eagle and worthy of its 150 mph top end speed. |
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Another nice scale feature
of the F-15 is the speed brake that is fully enclosed (in the top hatch)
with operating cylinders, servo, and valve. Because the speed brake is
so effective, plan on keeping the power up while it is deployed. |
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Chris Keene gets some
stick time on this scale jet trainer while Dustin and Carolina observe. |
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| The Eagle's approach and landing speed is slow when
compared to most scale jets. |
| Chris Keene performs a lot
of duties at BVM in-between his college classes and he rates going flying as
one of his favorite assignments. |
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