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This page brings useful files, that can generally be found elsewhere on the internet, together on one convenient page.

General

F2D_CombatProcedures.ppt - A nice how-to from Iskandar Taib on F2D combat rules and safety.
F2D_PropMeasurements.xls - F2D propellor measurements (pitch along blades + photos).
WoodCharacteristics.xls - Some general wood characteristics relevant to model builders.
WeightsOfMaterials.xls - Useful material weights for designers.
GlowDriverCircuit(const temp).pdf - A special glow driver circuit which attempts to keep the filament temperature constant rather than voltage

Plans

beliaev_F2D_1996.pdf - A pair of noteable F2D designs by a world champion.
beliaev_F2D_2000.pdf
halfA_arrowplane.tif - American 1/2A size Arrowplane combat design (photo only), also see photo article.
Vintage Combat Designs (pre-1970, photos only):
- ironmonger.zip - Ironmonger (Richard Evans), Good easy to build design, largish wing area, 35.5" wingspan (zipped GIF photo).
- RazorBlade.zip
- Cleaver.zip
- Duellist.zip
YANKEEnipper.pdf - free download from the Brodak Control-line World magazine site (USA speed-limit model)

Rules