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This kit is for building a traditionally constructed,
rubber powered, free flight model of a Jodel
D18. The kit is provided with the materials (other
than paints) to complete the suggested authentic
scheme of a yellow Jodel D18 that is registered
in the UK. This is a simple but striking scheme,
but alternatively you can decide to do your own
favourite or more complicated scheme if you wish.
Construction of the model from this kit uses the
traditional method of ‘stick and tissue’, that consists
of a built up balsa wood skeleton (framework),
covered with a tissue skin. The balsa frameworks
are built over a plan that is printed at the exact
scale of the model, which is in essence a real
engineering drawing.
Power is provided by rubber strip motor that is
wound up before flight. Free flight means just that –
once the model is launched, it is on its own. It must
follow a predetermined flight path established when
the model is initially adjusted for flight or ‘trimmed’.
This type of traditional building technique and
flying requires a degree of patience and skill, but is
extremely rewarding.
The Jodel is just one of a series of kits designed and
manufactured by the Vintage Model Company.
Aeromodelling was very popular from the 1950s
until the 1980s and following a decline and the loss
of UK manufacturers such as FROG, KeilKraft and
Veron, a revival is now underway. The advent of
modern technology such as laser cutting of parts
and the growth of the internet giving access to
information on the skills and techniques required
to successfully build and fly these models, means
new enthusiasts are discovering the joys of
aeromodelling every day.
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