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Gee Bee R (WIP)

25.2k A5mod3us  9.3 years ago
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The famous Gee Bee Racer.

This plane is a work in progress. As it is, it flies, but is VERY difficult to control. If you're not an expert pilot with lightning reflexes, you will find this very difficult to fly.

Prop pitch is set to VTOL and is neutral when centered. VTOL up for positive pitch, and down for negative pitch. You'll have to experiment to find the right amount of pitch to throttle for take-off and cruising.

If you see any way to improve this design, feel free to do so. I know it's missing the signature wheel cowls, but I was having trouble landing with the ones I'd made for it, so I removed them until I can make something better.

HAPPY FLYING!

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 17.0ft (5.2m)
  • Length 11.9ft (3.6m)
  • Height 7.1ft (2.2m)
  • Empty Weight 26lbs (12kg)
  • Loaded Weight 30lbs (13kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 16.654
  • Wing Loading 0.5lbs/ft2 (2.2kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 66.6ft2 (6.2m2)
  • Drag Points 1288

Parts

  • Number of Parts 24
  • Control Surfaces 6
  • Performance Cost 178