The Long Distance Racer. (Plates VIII and IX.)
The Long Distance Racer is a model adapted from the Competition Flyer and similar to it in many respects.
The drawings show the dimensions and arrangement of the various parts sufficiently well so that little comment is necessary.
The planes are of the built-up type, being made entirely from split bamboo according to the size and shape shown in the drawings. They are covered with bamboo paper and given two coats of bamboo varnish.
The propellers are of the racing type and carved from wood in the manner described in the chapter on propellers.
Plate X.
The machine is fitted with skids to prevent possible damage to the propeller and planes. The front plane is bent so as to form a slight dihedral angle. This tends to make the machine keep to a straight course.
FIG. 55. Racing blank and propeller.
The rubber skeins are each composed of 7 to 10 strands of 3/32 x 3/32 inch rubber. The best number will have to be determined for each particular machine.