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JANUARY 24, 1914. the ground, switched on and let go. The result was instruc tive. As the Petit Journal said of Chanteloup, " vehemently he buckles the buckle, and then flies, his head en das." The model rushed off the ground, flew up to about 15 ft., and then buckled the buckle successfully, to the edification of a few spec tators. Now, I had made a serious mistake. After the loop I (/OSES anxious to " get aloft," and in his eagerness pulls excitedly at the control lever, with the above result. With a view to overcoming (to some extent) the above difficulty, TWINE BOuNb £> GLUED BAMBOO 5PAIR THIS TONGUE CUT /)rV/>r-yj/ ' CUP INSERTED AT fl fH* MT/WIC5 LU6 should have caught it, since there was no pilot on board to flatten out. But I left it alone, with the result that it made a second loop at a much lower altitude, and then, diving for a third, encountered Mother Earth, and alas, unlike Antaeus, did not arise refreshed. I told the model my opinion of it, likening it unto offscourings and such-like evil things, and then proceeded to pick up the bits. The motor and cells, most fortunately, had escaped injury; but the propeller was smashed, but not the main planes, since the bracing had snapped, letting them down gently. I have gained most valuable experience and data from this model, and am about to utilise the planes and power plant in the construction of a tractor monoplane. Some Remarks on Gliders, By L. G. RYLEY (Coventry Aero Club.) The various drawings and descriptions of man-carrying gliders which have appeared in the last few issues of FLIGHT are distinctly interesting, and I am pleased to see that several model clubs are thinking of including a full-sized gliding plane on their programme. Before writing further, allow me to thank the Editor, Mr. H. F. McManus and Mr. S. Camm for their businesslike replies to my query regarding the doping of unbleached calico. Returning to the subject, I notice Mr. W. Davies advises the use of bamboo for the spars, ribs and outrigger owing to the springiness of this ready-grown spar. Commenting on the above, this is rather encouraging, as the writer's biplane complies with the above specification, and he was anxious to know how this material would "stand up to its work." With regard to the lug used by the Birmingham Aero Club (FLIGHT, December 13th, 1913), the writer uses one similar to this, but with three " ears " instead of two as shown in the sketch. Whether this extra "ear" will stand the strain imposed upon it is a matter which can only be decided by the actual trial, but a number of clips are being made which can easily be inserted at A see sketch), should the lug not "hold up." It is easy to see, therefore, that even if a considerable number of lugs snapped, the time occupied in connecting several wires need not be more than 20 mins. at the very most. Mr. G. Haddon Wood remarks that the price paid for the covering was 3^. per yard, but the writer paid just double this price ; the width was 40 ins. My machine (1-2-0 type) is more fortunate than some gliders, as it is at present stored (dismantled) in a conservatory attached to the house. Several " glidists " (I don't like that word much, do you ?). [No, I don't.—V.E.J.] appear to have experienced some difficulty in the launching of a glider, i.e. the machine has to be hauled, tipped, &c, until the planes catch the wind, and then before the towers have realised what has happened, the machine has shot about 30 ft. into the air, as per " Haddon I." No doubt the pilot is D. Driver... K. Lucas ... G. Hayden W. E. Evans W. E. Evans L. H. Slatter J. E. Louch C. C. Dutton J. E. Louch C. C. Dutton J. E. Louch L. H. Slatter C. C. Dutton L. H. Slatter .. 85 tecs. ... 590 yards. ... 137 sees. .. soo yards. .. 64 sees. .. 365 yards. .. a nuns. 40 sees .. 266 yards. .. 91 sees .. 1O0 yards. .. 94 tecs. ... 33 sees. ... 39 sees. ... 60 sees. the writer has arranged on his glider for the control to be geared down. This might make the machine rather sluggish " on'controls," but I think it will save a few of those dives and stalls that Mr. G. Haddon Wood speaks about. ® ® ® ® KITE AND MODEL AEROPLANE ASSOCIATION. Official Notices. British Model Records. Single screw, hand-launched Duration ™nscrew, *> gSSS Single screw.rise off ground | Luxation T-«n.«w.do fc-;; Single-tractor screw, hand- / Distance launched .. I Duration D°-°ff-s™-d gSSS Single screw hydro., off.iDuration water J Single-tractor, do., do. ... Duration Twin screw, do., do. ... Duration Greeting.—The Toronto Model Aero Association, of Toronto, Canada, have sent warmest greetings to the Kite and Model Aeroplane Association and its affiliated clubs for 1914, trusting that the year will be rich in prosperity, progress and contentment in all aeronautical matters. A suitable greeting bas been sent to our Canadian friends in reply. Aero Show, Olympia.—The Wimbledon and District Model Aero Club have reserved a stand, increasing the clubs' stands to seven. Gifts of Prizes.—The "Gnat" Aero-Models Co. of Hampton Wick and the Winithson Model Co. of Teddington have kindly offered prizes for competitions during 1914. The lion. sec. will be pleased to hear from any others interested in models who would like to offer prizes during the coming season. International Kite and Model Aeroplane Meeting.—The proposed meeting not having met with the necessary support, will some gentleman who is interested in seeing England first in aviation and mistress of the air, come forward and sub scribe the sum needed to hold this meeting during the coming season. Lord Montagu of Beaulieu has offered one trophy, four others are needed, besides ,£200 for cash prizes. The council therefore hope that some patriots will come forward and subscribe before the Aero Exhibition. 27, Victory Road, Wimbledon. W. H. AKEHURST, Hon. Sec. AFFILIATED MODEL CLUBS DIARY. CLUB reports of chief work done will be published monthly for the future. Secretaries' reports, to lie included, must reach the Editor on the last Monday in each month. Leytonstone and District Aero Club (64, LEYSPRING ROAD). JAN. 25TH, model flying, 10 a.m., Wanstead Flats. If wet, meet at clubroom. Sheffield Ae.C. (5°> SPRINGHOUSE-RD., WALKLEY, SHEFFIELD). JAN. Z4TH, tractor contest postponed until further notice. Important announcement shortly. 103
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