Ballfield fighter

Model Airplane News, Apr 2001 by Chianelli, Chris

If you're one of those guys who thinks all backyard flyers are spindly, twig-and-- tissue contraptions, then check out this Micro Mustang-a pint-size P-51D. Not everyone is looking for the "relaxing" performance of the average park flyer; if you like an occasional dose of adrenaline, this fierce little fighter is just the ticket to quicken your pulse and put a smile on your face. Dave Robelen's design has a wingspan of just 17.5 inches and is powered by a DC 5-2.4 motor. It offers scale flight performance with enough speed and agility to keep things interesting. With micro radio gear and a

5-cell 5OmAh battery, the plane weighs just 66 grams. A full construction article and plan for this Micro Mustang will appear in an upcoming issue of our companion publication RC MicroFlight (www.rcmicroflight.com). With this, all you'll need is a lurking micro Messerschmitt in your neighborhood, and you'll be in the aerial hunt!