jms336
Jul 17, 2003, 08:51 AM
Anyone tried V-tail mixing / elevons on your orni?
There is a bird which spends its summers here and winters in Argentina called a swallow-tail kite. Very graceful flier and cuts quite an image with its split tail.
Mechanically it would be tough, but might make a great flyer / especially in glide / thermal activity.
Remarks: Spotting a Swallow-tailed Kite in flight is a wonderful experience for the seasoned naturalist or budding bird-watcher. This bird is the picture of grace, floating on outstretched wings several feet above the treetops or low over the ground, its tail in constant motion, balancing on air currents. (taken from website)
John
There is a bird which spends its summers here and winters in Argentina called a swallow-tail kite. Very graceful flier and cuts quite an image with its split tail.
Mechanically it would be tough, but might make a great flyer / especially in glide / thermal activity.
Remarks: Spotting a Swallow-tailed Kite in flight is a wonderful experience for the seasoned naturalist or budding bird-watcher. This bird is the picture of grace, floating on outstretched wings several feet above the treetops or low over the ground, its tail in constant motion, balancing on air currents. (taken from website)
John