Aerosmith R/C Hobby

Mr. Teng or more affectionately known as Rod is a Woodlands regular. He has been flying Model aeroplane there since after the last dinosaur died, I was told. Rod has been involved with control line gas model planes since the days of JFC (Junior Flying Club-now known as Youth Flying Club) and has won many competitions and races during those forming years of aeromodelling.

Rod has been flying radio control planes for a good few years now and has become an authority in the field of electric RC. He is involved in all facets of the sport, including twin EDF (electric ducted fan), pusher Jets and scale gliders. One of Rod many specialties is in building Depron Jets, he has built and successfully flown many pusher jets. Rod has, without a doubt, contributed greatly in the research and development of the new electric rc world, where almost every week we see new components and accessories.

Previously, Rod used to build model planes professionally, unfortunately for us, he doesn’t anymore, however he is willing to share all of his experiences with all those who are interested. He is friendly, dedicated, selfless and most of all, a true ‘aeromodeller’

We at Aerosmith, sincerely, appreciate Rod’s many contributions over the years to this hobby. As such we are granting him the honour of Aerosmith-Aeromaster –November..(short of calling him Mr. November.)

** We would like to extend our gratitude to all who have participated in this column, as such, it is our pleasure to extend a 10% discount* on all purchases made by the featured Pilot for the period of the applicable month…Thank you again.**

This Gws C-130(marketed as Cargotrans Quad), is built straight out of the box. The more apparent modification is the scratch built two wheel-steerable nose gear and inboard flaps. The most outstanding quality of this dame is the spectacular Paint job. Using spray paint and custom decals that Rod printed on his own, this model C-130 is a very good functional representation of the most colourful and mighty C-130 ever flown.

The stock power plant that came with the plane works well on 2S (7.4v) Lipo. The synchronized humm of the four motors and propellers does convey a feeling of reminiscent of 4 allison engines humming in sync during take off roll.

This Kit is still readily available all over Singapore and the last time I checked, it costs slightly over 100 SGD. A good buy and great value for money.

In flight, it is predictable and with no nasty characteristics. The 4 brushed motors gave sufficient power for all phases of flight. It is however non-aerobatic and due to its straight wings, active lateral control is apparently necessary especially in gusty wind conditions. The low fly-bys and touch and gos are its most appealing points. Landing is straight forward as the gears struts’ are short and in the tricycle arrangement.

**Aerosmith-hobby does not carry this plane in our stock however we do carry applicable accessories**

Length	840 mm (33.1in)
Wing Span	1120 mm ( 44.1 in)	GW/CARGOTRANS-Q
Wing Area	14.3 dm² (221.7 sq.in)	W/ EDP50*4 power system set and propeller.
Flying Weight	400~500g (14.1~17.6 oz)	None color
Wing Loading	28~35 g/dm² (9.2~11.5 oz)/sq.ft
Power System	EDP50*4
Propeller	EP3020*4
Battery Required	6~7N AAA450mAH~750mAH (Ni-MH) 7.4V/1050/1300mAh (Li-Poly)
Servo	PICO / NARO *4
Receiver	R4PII / R6NII
Speed controller	ICS300 above
Radio Required	4-Channel radio