Author Archives: Bredehoft

From the Contest – Report on F-86 and Other Fun

Posted on 29 June 2020 by Bredehoft

First, contest fun, then a report on the F-86 and its high point and low points. As I posted elsewhere (Cloudbusters Facebook page), we had a great day for the June Contest.  I covered the general report there, but will … Continue reading →

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A “New” Embryo – the “DeHavilland Discard” (or Bristol Bullhorn)

Posted on 12 June 2020 by Bredehoft

Two weeks ago, while I muddled about my house, trying to get re-motivated, I read the McCook Squadron’s latest newsletter.  In that issue, was a plan for an Embryo designed by Frank Scott, way back in the very early 1980s.  … Continue reading →

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Once Upon a Time in Ohio

Posted on 23 May 2020 by Bredehoft

In 1979, I graduated from high school.  My big plans included going to an electronics school and jumping into that blossoming career field.  That lasted all of one semester and I dropped out of that program.  The next fall, I … Continue reading →

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NEW PRODUCT – Polikarpov I-16 Peanut Short Kit

Posted on 10 May 2020 by Bredehoft

Two Items: First, the I-16 Short Kit is ready!  And it comes with a bonus – I vacu-formed a canopy – and a spinner AND I am including a 3D-printed spinner, too!  You can choose what route to go.  You … Continue reading →

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Stick and Tissue Update – What (Products) do we have?

Posted on 17 April 2020 by Bredehoft

Our models are all just sticks of balsa, tissue paper, a little rubber, and a propeller.  We use some other hardware and accessories and we go out and have fun together. First off, we can’t go out and have fun, … Continue reading →

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Confessions of Rubber Power Flyer

Posted on 10 April 2020 by Bredehoft

I fly Rubber Free Flight.  I do not fly r/c.  I do not fly gas. However, I have wanted two engines for a long time, just to have, not to fly or even run.  Now I have them.  They will … Continue reading →

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Lacey and Fike Documentation Photos – Oh My

Posted on 8 April 2020 by Bredehoft

I want to go on record – I am NOT a fan of the Lacey and Fike, especially in Peanut class.  They are “ugly” and they are the easy way out for flying.  I’ve never built either … but that … Continue reading →

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New Product – FLYING ACES SPORTSTER Short Kit

Posted on 6 April 2020 by Bredehoft

Test Flight Video below. After my “Isolation” post, I did a mental reset.  I decided to build something just for fun.  I’ve had this build in mind for several months.  I found it in the March 1935 Flying Aces magazine.  … Continue reading →

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Isolation – End of March 2020

Posted on 27 March 2020 by Bredehoft

Good Afternoon,  I hope all of you readers are safe and sound and practicing safe viral isolation.  The Mrs and I were house-bound from Wednesday last week until Wednesday this week (had doc appt and grocery curb-side pick-ups).  Our experiences … Continue reading →

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“Postal” Contest – Home Front Corona Combat!

Posted on 20 March 2020 by Bredehoft

Bored at home and ready for action?  Here is a fun event for everyone, but that must be flown in your own home.  THERE WILL BE PRIZES!  Here are the basic rules, with expanded reasoning below: 1/2-Scale NoCal WWII Home … Continue reading →

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