This is the evolution of my F-104 GLSM. It is 50% bigger-1/2.7 scale-so it can be easier to see, is very fast and manueverable. But, like the LSM, is for the advanced RC pilot. Flap rate has been slowed for better transition in takeoff and landing phases; flaps are necessary for takeoff! Note also:Brakes are on 3 Pos., switch with 100% full up, 50% centered, off in down position. It takes a little to get used to but can be real rewarding to fly! Have Fun!!

General characteristics

* Crew: 1
* Length: 54 ft 8 in (16.66 m)
* Wingspan: 21 ft 9 in (6.36 m)
* Height: 13 ft 6 in (4.09 m)
* Wing area: 196.1 sq ft (18.22 m²)
* Airfoil: Biconvex 3.36% root and tip
* Empty weight: 14,000 lb (6,350 kg)
* Loaded weight: 20,640 lb (9,365 kg)
* Max takeoff weight: 29,027 lb (13,170 kg)
* Powerplant: 1× General Electric J79-GE-11A afterburning turbojet
o Dry thrust: 10,000 lbf (48 kN)
o Thrust with afterburner: 15,600 lbf (69 kN)
* Zero-lift drag coefficient: 0.0172
* Drag area: 3.37 sq ft (0.31 m²)
* Aspect ratio: 2.45

Performance

* Maximum speed: 1,328 mph (1,154 knots, 2,125 km/h)
* Combat radius: 420 mi (365 NM, 670 km)
* Ferry range: 1,630 mi (1,420 nm, 2,623 km)
* Service ceiling 50,000 ft (15,000 m)
* Rate of climb: 48,000 ft/min (244 m/s)
* Wing loading: 105 lb/sq ft (514 kg/m²)
* Thrust/weight: 0.54 with max. takeoff weight (0.76 loaded)
* Lift-to-drag ratio: 9.2

Armament

* Guns: 1× 20 mm (0.787 in) M61 Vulcan gatling gun, 725 rounds
* Hardpoints: 7 with a capacity of 4,000 lb (1,800 kg),with provisions to carry combinations of:
o Missiles: 4× AIM-9 Sidewinder* Other: Bombs, rockets, or other stores