RCU Review:
Seagull Decathlon ARF 120
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Contributed by: Mike Buzzeo | Published: October 2009 | Views: 68486 |
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I love Decathlons! There is something about that classic
"High-Wing" look combined with the awesome aerobatic
capabilities that really gets my blood stirring. A few years back I
reviewed the
Seagull 40-size Decathlon
and it quickly
became one of my favorite planes, so I jumped at the chance to
review their new Decathlon 120.
Although this is listed as an intermediate plane, many people can
attest to the fact that a Decathlon (ANY Decathlon) is not for a
pilot with only a few planes under his (or her) belt. It is a very
deceiving airframe - They LOOK like a trainer, but these are
highly aerobatic airplanes, and their short tail moment trades
stability for agility. Generally, as long as you get a good speed
before lifting off, and always keep in mind that they can bite you
if you're not careful, you'll love them!
