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Buzzard

Specifications
Airframe Diameter 24mm
(0.98 inches)
Total Length 610mm / 61 cm
(2 feet / 24 inches)
Dry Weight
(i.e. without motor)
112 grams
(4 ounces)
Motor Mount 1 x 18mm
Number of Fins 3
Maximum Altitude TBD
Number of Stages Boost Glider
Deployment System Streamer and Glide Recovery
Nosecone Tangential Ogive
Parachute(s) Streamer (Motor Pop-pod)
Glide Recovery (Glider)
Airframe Material Cardboard
Fin Material Balsa
Fin Thickness mm ( inches)
Launch Lugs 2 x (1/8"x1/4")
Minimum Recommended
Motors
TBD
Motors
Single Use Motors 18mm diameter motors
Reloadable Motors 18mm diameter motors


Overview

The Buzzard is light enough for A-class powered flights, yet rugged enough for C-class powered flights, using its 18mm diameter motor mount. A large motor pod assures straight boosts. The delta/canard glider design provides something different looking during its descent. The kit features;

  • A pre-formed fuselage.
  • Pre-marked balsa pieces.
  • Pop-pod streamer recovery


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