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MAY 31, 1913. flights, Mr. Essex some fine long distance flights. Messrs. Cart, Bellinger, Jones and Bond getting good all-round flights. It is pleasing to note that the voiinger members are improving greatly. Anyone wishing to join the club, write to the hon. sec, Mr. E. J. Curtis, as above. Manchester Model Ae.C (14. WARWICK RD. N., OLD TRAFFORD). MEETINGS as usual every Saturday during the month, at the Trafford Park Aerodrome. Monthly Retort.—Much progress has been made during the past month, so that now the club is looking forward to a successful season. Tractors and r.o.g. models are now greatly in vogue and some very' good results have been obtained with them. Messrs. Monteiro and Gilbert have had excellent flights with their tractors, and they have kept very' close together in setting up record', for the club, first one and then the other taking the lead, but now the records fall to Mr. Monteiro, whose model made an excellent straight flight of 176 yards, and a duration of 25 sees., and as each of these models have a chassis they will soon be tried off the ground now that they fly so well hand-launched. Mr. Watson holds the records for r.o.g. His model rose off the ground at its first attempt and made a flight of 14 sees, and 40 yards. A broken chassis put the model/Wx dt coi'ihat, so that now a stronger chassis has been made and bettor results are hoped for next time. With hand-launched models—Mr. Jackson making a flight of 319 yards in the rain and a gusty wind, and Mr. Watson a flight of 60 sees., his model quickly climbing to a height estimated at over 180 ft., and remaining there until the elastic ran out, it taking over 15 sees, to glide down. Most of the members are busy constructing tractors, so that it is hoped to do more scientific work in the future than has been done in the past, as all the work has been done with single propeller machines. It is hoped shortly to hold a handicap competition for hand-launched r.o.g., and tractors, A flying meeting will be held to decide the handicap. Members please note. Reigate. Redhlll and District (8, BRIGHTON ROAD. REDHILL). Monthly Report.—-The competition for the challenge cup given by the president, Col. R. H. Rawson, M.P., was held on May 3rd in a nasty wind and some rain ; r.o.g. biplanes were flown (minimum weight 8 oxs.), marked on distance and duration. Mr. W. Key, who must rank as an aeromodellisl of the first water, won it after a close contest with Mr. J. W. Burghope, who was second. Mr. Key's distance was 253 yds. and duration 43 sees., the machine climbing to about 100 ft. down wind. It was a magnificent wind-lighter, and weighed of ozs. Mr. Hurghope flew a much more lightly-loaded model, which circled owing to accident to rubber. It was forced along by sheer power, and was. fairly stable. Its duration was 40; sees., and distance 220 yds. in spite of circles. Mr. W. H. Norton was third with a very lightly-loaded 'bus, which flew with remarkable stability. It did 126 yds. and 21 \ sees. Mr. J. L. Sutton's machine resolutely refused to fly till the competition was over, then it did 215 yds. Messrs. M. H. Wilson and J. M. Hoyle both smashed good machines, the former's having previously covered 210 yds. On the same day, Messrs. N, M. Hooton and l',urghope both did over JOB yds. with hand-launched mono-sticks. The latter also a magnificent flight, at over 100 ft. up, with a fast 7-oz. r.o.g. mono. The cup was presented to Mr. Key by the chairman, Mr. W. H. Norton, at a general meeting in the lounge adjoining the workshop held in the evening. On various dates during the month the following flying was done : Mr. W. H. Norton flying the " Olympia Sausage," up well. Mr. W. Key so sees, with racing H—L. His o?-oz. biplane (r.o.g.) out several times, a superb flyer and a grand climber ; up 150 ft. often. Mr. 1. 1,. Sutton, usual variety of canards, including a 20-oz. bus, a terrifying flyer, and hiso-oz. biplane " some " flyer. Mr. I. W. Iiurghopc, 4^ sees, with gj-oz. r.o.g. biplane, combined with some 250 yds. Mr. N. M. Hooton doing 200-100 yds. with 8-oz. r.o.g. mono., and up to no ft. with hand-launched. Mr. I. M. Hoyle, great flights with r.o.g. mono. (6-oz.), terriffic speed 200-300 yds. Messrs. Peters, Hirst and Oram all with hand launched. Scottish Ae.S.(«*RocHBLLE,"LiMEsiDE AVENUE, RUTHEROLEN). MAY 2IST, practice meeting at Maxwell Park ; June 7th, hydro-aeroplane meeting at Whitinch Pond; June 14th, practice meeting at Maxwell Park ; June 21st, practice meeting at Maxwell Park ; June 28th, hydroaeroplane meeting at Whiteinch Pond. Monthly Report.—On May 3rd, the secretary paid a visit to Stirling to hand over a model presented to the scouts by Mr. Gordon. As the afternoon was very wet, the time was spent in a local drill hall instructing the boys in the art of ^model flying. This is a new movement witb the scouts here, and we are doing all we can to forward and help its progress. The secretary will be pleased to arrange demonstrations if scoutmasters will communicate with him. Owing to the stormy afternoon there was no meeting at Maxwell Park. May 10th a meeting was held at Maxwell Park under trying conditions, the wind being strong and gusty. Mr. Balden had out his twin-tractor r.o.g., and was unfortunate to get smashed up while getting the machine tuned up. Mr. Foster had out his hydro., but had very little success owing to the strength of the wind. The 17th we again visited Maxwell Park, high winds again prevailing. Mr. Balden had his kite with him, which he was unfortunate to lose owing to the line breaking when the kite was well up. Mr. Foster endeavoured to make a few flights with his hydro, but had to give up, as immediately the model was launched the wind upset it. No meeting 24th on account of conditions prevailing. This has been another disastrous month so far as outside work has been concerned, but work has been progressing at the workshop. Several of the members are constructing new designs of floats which it is hoped will prove mote successful. As the workshop has been re-taken for another year, the committee again appeal to those interested to join the club, as it it only by receiving practical support that this can be carried on, and an invitation is given to all to inspect the premises at 18, Holland Street, Glasgow. The subscription is : seniors, ys. 6d. ; juniors, JLS. Sheffield Model Aero Club (35, PENRHYN ROAD, SHEFFIELD). Monthly Report.—May 3rd, members in good numbers at Standhouse Aero drome, Intake, but the weather was very unsuitable. Exciting contests were witnessed for the Colver Cup for r.o.g. machines. Mr. G. H. Dewtnap (the holder for six months) was leading with a flight of 294J ft when victory was snatched from him by Mr. J. P. Worrall with a fine flight of 677 ft. Mr. Bagshaw and Mr. C. F. W. Cudworth officiated as the judges. May 12th, in morning, first event, for the President's Challenge Cup for hydro-aeroplanes, held at a pond lent by Mr. Brightmoore, Tinsley. The machines had to combat with a deep bank and cross-air currents. Only one machine got off the water, viz., Mr. J. P. Worrall's, but it only flew for 13 sees, duration. Mr. Worrall was awarded a set of floats, presented by Mr. Colver, for the best attempt for the cup. After the event was over, the members made their way up to the aero drome, when Mr. G. H. Dewsnap's full-size biplane made some very fine towed flights, the least being 125 yards straight, at a height of from 5 ft. to 10 ft. Mr. R. E. Rayner broke the club and Sheffield record for distance with a fine flight of 1.237J ft-, Mr. G. Askew doing 1,1144 ft. May 13th, Mr. G. H. Dewsnap had his glider out, and two of Mr. Dunn's grandchildren (combined ages nine years old) went up to a height of about 20 ft. This is the first model aero club in Sheffield to possess an aerodrome, hangar, and a full-size biplane glider built L/OIHT] by one of its members, besides a workshop and clubroom in the centre of the city, where all kinds of experiment* are carried out. The club at the present time holds all records in Sheffield. Anyone desirous of joining the club should communicate with the secretary at above address. 605 The glider of the Sheffield Model Aero Club. Mr. S. H. Dewsnap, the constructor. S. Eastern Model Ae.C ft. RAILWAY APPROACH, BROCKLKY). I I.VINC, May 11st, at Grove Park, s.30 to8.30p.m.; June 1st, at tllackheath, 7.30 to 10 a.m., and at Mitcham, 2.30 to 5,30 p.m. Monthly Report.—The past month has proved to be one of exceptional Import ance, and the club has made rapid progress. Mr. N. V. fllMlttll'l letter with reference to the more scientific aspect of model aviation has made a good impression on the members of the S.K.M.Ae.C, and the ex, ellent work in this direction already accomplished by the club is likely to be followed by still greater efforts. This will be amply demonstrated during the next few weeks, now that the models for the forthcoming competition are Hearing completion. In this event-the first contest for the "South-Eastern Trophy "—models must rise from and alight on both land and water, and anyone not fully acquainted with the rules should ref«r to page 450 of FLIGHT, April 19th. Several models have already been tested, and a splendid contest is confidently anticipated. In the early part of the month a visit was paid to the Hampton Wick works of Messrs. T. W. K. Clarke and Co., and the various processes ol model oaattnu tion were seen. Planes, fuselages, profilers (carved and lienl wood) were being made in large quantities, also acetylene-welded sockets, and last, but h\ no means the least important, we were shown the construction of those deservedly popular disc wheels. Other clubs would, we fee) sure, greatly benefit by a visit to these works. A great amount of outdoor work has been done, especially by 5?,r' 1' **' Groves-, whose steam-driven biplane, recently exhibited at Olympia, succeeded in making some capital flights of well over a quarter of a mile. The success attained by Mr. Groves hat acted a* a tonu H other members, and several new /knueriirivrn models will make their appear ance in due course. Mr. A. D. Nichollt has been flying 11 tractor biplane, a similar type monoplane, and a twin-propeller "racing'' monoplane fitted with one of the new " G.B." double-surface planet, which appear to lie remarkably efficient, although by no means light when compared with single-surfaced planes, hi-, latter model immediately justified its existence by flying out of tight, at did the hon. sec. s 2-oz. monoplane, which had mode numerous flights > 80 tecs, duration. Mr. k. W. Prance and Mr. R. Hainan were Hying tractor mono- planes, the former exptrimeniing wiih his Deperdutsin title I with partially enclosed. Better rctults were obtained, however, with the body left open. Mr. C. A. Kippon hat been very tuccessful with his numerous r.o.g. twin-propeller and tractor monoplane*, as also was Mr. K. Campbell. The large tractor* flown by Mr. A. F. Chinnery and Mr. G. II. Wesiwood have repeatedly made an excellent showing, and have proved to be very reliable. Mr. G. R. Eland has been flying a duration model, and Mr. R. K. Attwooll hat experi mented with .1 " flying.boat," and further tests with (hit model will lie eagerly awaited. Mr. F. Plummer's enclosed body biplane has been very much in evidence at Blackheath and Shirley, making several flights of over 300 yards. Dr. G. I. McMunn, with hit dittance models, obtained tome splendid flights ; on one occasion one of these machines made a flight of ippilnlmlelj | mile. Mr - •• E. Grimstone and Mr. G. Brown with twin-propeller models, and Mr. vv. A. Mclaughlin with a singie-propeller mono, have made many exhibition flights. Messrs. Sutton and Lee have been testing their machines, and Mr. I,. B. Morris had some nice flights with several models. Mr. C. 11. Morgan and Mr. W. (,. Billlnghurst are busily engaged on the construction of their r.o.g.—hydro models for the South - Kastern Trophy Competition. The secretary is pleased to notify memliers that the S.E.M.Ae.C. it the fortunate recipient of the full-size monoplane (lets engine) as per Messrs. T. W. K. Clarke and Co.'s generous offer published in a recent issue of FLIGHT. There it still room for more members, and the hon. sec, Mr. A. li. Clark, will lie pleased If anyone interetted in model aviation will communicate with him at the above address, when full details of membership will lie forwarded. The Croydon and Jtistrirt liranth (fifiA, HIGH STRKKT, CHOYDON), June 1st, a competition for r.o.g. machines (duration) will be held at Mitcham Common at 4 p.m. Monthly Report.—-May has been a very Imsy month for member*. Many models have been constructed and a lot of flying has been done. A'.,-.*, mathinil. — Messrs. Smither, Bell, Streeter, Quick, Carter, and Hart have all been out with these models and had good results. Hydro, models.--.Messrs. Bell, Carter, Streeter, Hart, and Minot have been busy with this type. Mr. Bell has been notably successful, and has had several very pretty flights, hit model alighting in the water beautifully. Mr. Minot's model hat made several " hopt," and should 1* a splendid flyer when tuned up. The floas do not «e*m to be quite rigid enough. Mr. Hart made his floats too big, and could not get the necessary speed on the water to rise off. Mr. I annaway has visited us on several occasions, and had made many excellent flights with his hydro. ; his model rites with a very short run. Mr. Pavely has had some fine " distance " flights with a racing model. His flights average about 50-60 sees, for about soo-600 yards, and she flies on four strands of 1-inch rubber. Mr. ' ell has made a large biplane (without a chassis), which flies beautifully. Memliers are now busy constructing hydro, models for the S.K.M.Ae.C. "trophy." and the competition promises to be a very excellent one from both a competitive and tcientifir point of view. r Windsor Model and Gliding Club'io, ALMA RD., WINDSOR). Monthly Report.—Ibit month ha* *een a welcome recudetcencc among the modelhsts, and the list of completed models include* 6 tractors, 2 biplanes, and 1: hand-launched monoplane; 2 ornithopters are also being experimented with. Almost every available mtnute has been devoted to the glider, with the result
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