This is the 2012 version of the Orca slope soarer, designed by Harley Michaelis.
The original version was presented in the November 1989 issue of Model Aviation.
The Orca is lively flyer with excellent flight characteristics over a wide speed range.
It slows down nicely for landing, yet can reach speeds of close to 100 mph.
It is also very maneuverable. The wings provide both the elevator and aileron functions, also known as the "pitcheron system".
They are the only controls-- the vertical fin and horizontal stabilizer are fixed surfaces.
I worked with Mr. Michaelis throughout this build, and thank him for all his help and contributions.
Modeled by: Fly_Electric
Physics by: Fly_Electric
Color Scheme by: Fly_Electric
Physics Specs: Harley Michaelis
Trim artwork: Harley Michaelis
My thanks also to the modelers whose invaluable help, encouragement, and testing are part of bringing the Orca to Real Flight:
Boof69
abaser
Madratter
Jed_Sanders
jeffpn
Maj. Numbskully
The original version was presented in the November 1989 issue of Model Aviation.
The Orca is lively flyer with excellent flight characteristics over a wide speed range.
It slows down nicely for landing, yet can reach speeds of close to 100 mph.
It is also very maneuverable. The wings provide both the elevator and aileron functions, also known as the "pitcheron system".
They are the only controls-- the vertical fin and horizontal stabilizer are fixed surfaces.
I worked with Mr. Michaelis throughout this build, and thank him for all his help and contributions.
Modeled by: Fly_Electric
Physics by: Fly_Electric
Color Scheme by: Fly_Electric
Physics Specs: Harley Michaelis
Trim artwork: Harley Michaelis
My thanks also to the modelers whose invaluable help, encouragement, and testing are part of bringing the Orca to Real Flight:
Boof69
abaser
Madratter
Jed_Sanders
jeffpn
Maj. Numbskully
