J Power Mig 15 Build photos

I stumbled upon this very detailed build thread of DSM's Yak 55. It covers a lot of little but important details that are applicable to flat foam aircraft.

EPP Yak 55
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show....php?t=1442146

Depron Yak 55
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show...errerid=226108

Osiris Build & detail of bracing
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show....php?t=1356180

Bracing on Elipsia Ft
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show...1113617&page=3

A list of motors, batteries and modifications of the Jpower/ Skyangle 50mm mig 15.

Finally got around to finishing my leadfeather Edge 540. I loved his 32" Yak 55 design so much this seemed to be just a bit cooler with better flight characteristics. After a few dozen flights I'm not so sure its better than the Yak. I have some CG issues to sort still. All in all I would still recommend building the Leadfeather Yak 55.

Notice another paint job I put way too much time into

I'm working towards my instrument rating and need to log 50 hours of cross country time before I can take the check ride. The weather was marginal today and my first choice, Port Angeles had low ceilings at 400' so I decided to go to Skagit/ Bay view instead. The flight was a bit interesting, skimming the earth and dodging clouds to stay VFR. Here are some photos from the flight.

Thank you to Amani Dye for the excellent photos....Continue Reading

Yak 55 control surface throws and DX6i settings.