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Catapult Launched Gliders (Will They Piggyback?)
Brad and Bruce experiment with the concept of launching gliders via a piggyback method. Will this work?
In this video, we are at the AMA Headquarters in Muncie, IN. We had a random assortment of gliders we were just flying for fun... but, we got the idea to try to hook one glider on the other and try to launch two at once. It seems like an interesting concept... but may need some work.
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Brad and Bruce are brothers-- just having fun building, sharing, and flying various things-- and experimenting with new concepts.
*Enjoy flight and enjoy life!*
Music Credits:
Hep Cats by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Chasing Gliders (RC & Free Flight)
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Brad and Bruce compete in a chasing contest. Who can hit the catapult glider target with a small RC airplane? In this video, we flew at the AMA Headquarters in Muncie, IN. The evening was perfectly beautiful and calm! Wow! The target is our very own Tornado 12 catapult glider and our chase plane is the very popular Sport Cub S. Let's see what happens! Subscribe to Nighthawk Gliders ua-cam.com/u...
CO2 Free Flight Engine (feat. Ross Clements)
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Ross demonstrates a small-scale CO2 engine mounted on his modified Pennyplane. The engineering on this tiny thing is amazing! Ross is an incredibly intelligent young man (only 15 years old) and he has what it takes to become a spectacular free-flight competitor. Subscribe to Nighthawk Gliders ua-cam.com/users/NighthawkGliders In our store we have Glider Kits, PDF Plans, and PowerUp 4.0 Airplane...
Nighthawk Gliders at Indy 500 - 2019 (Sandpiper 12 Gliders)
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We're flying our gliders at the Indianapolis 500 Motor Speedway and the weather was better than predicted! It's a tradition for us to attend the greatest spectacle of racing... So, on May 27, 2019, we watched the 103rd running of the Indianapolis 500! And since there was so much room within this 2 1/5 mile oval tack we found the perfect locations to fly these things right on the Brickyard Cross...
Jim Richmond Open 2019 (feat. Joshua Finn's Hourglass III)
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This giant rubber-powered airplane flies for more than 40 minutes! No joke! It is incredible! This is the largest hand-launched stick airplane we have ever seen and it weighs only 3.4 grams! Watch this video and see Josh fly his amazing airplane. It has a 5 foot (1.5 meter) wingspan and requires additional wire support to maintain its structural integrity! The wires are so thin, you can't even ...
Glider-Eating Tree (Will I get my CLG back?)
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Sometimes, it's just funny how gliders want to land in trees. I guess It's just in their nature to find a place to roost. In this video, Brad realizes that Mother Nature has her way. She will certainly make it difficult sometimes for free-flight builders to simply enjoy their day. Subscribe to Nighthawk Gliders ua-cam.com/users/NighthawkGliders In our store we have Glider Kits, PDF Plans, and P...
Nighthawk Gliders in Chicago (Cloud Gate)
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The Sandpiper 12 flies in downtown Chicago! Well, it just had to be done! But the results were not exactly what I had hoped for... I suppose this may be setting some precedent? IDK, do we now have to record flights in all the major cities we visit? Let us know if we should do this... Build Kits and Plans are available! nighthawkgliders.com/store Brad and Bruce are brothers just having some fun ...
Testing the American Kestrel 12 (Improved changes?)
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This is a laser-cut model and after making a few changes to the original design, I wanted to see if this is flying better. Build Kits and Plans are available! nighthawkgliders.com/store This was flying very well this evening! I should have only adjusted one configuration at a time, but I got very eager to try several things. 1) It has less dihedral on the main center wing joint. I was hoping to...
A Tornado at the AMA Headquarters! (Big balsa glider!)
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We saw an F3 tornado at the AMA in Muncie, IN! It was huge and crazy. It was circling in the air and then it touched down on site #3. Yeah, you know we are talking about our 36 inch catapult glider (aka, the "F3.") Not a "real" tornado... but something more awesomer! (Yes I said "awesomer" and it is in my vernacular!) *Video correction: 36 inch wingspan is ~90 centimeters (not 60 centimeters li...
Our Highest Flying Balsa Glider (How far will this go?)
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This location was an absolutely amazing place to toss some balsa gliders. We had a few to spare and just happen to be passing by, so off they went! Build Kits and Plans are available! nighthawkgliders.com/store After visiting our UA-cam friend, Doyle Blevins*, we were on our way home and stopped by a road-side parking spot to observe the scenic view and to throw a few gliders! We had a good num...
Our Biggest Catapult Glider Ever (Tornado 36 - "F3")
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This is incredible! We launched our biggest catapult glider to date and you would not believe how well it flies! WOW! One day, we met a nice family at Flite Fest and they challenged us to build a giant catapult glider. So, here it is... the Tornado 36 inch glider we have nicknamed the "F3." We flew several models of the Tornado that day. Tornado 12 - (AKA "F1") Tornado 18 - (AKA "F2") Tornado 3...
Catapult Gliders in RC Combat? (Flite Fest Ohio 2018)
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We launch Catapult Balsa Gliders in RC Combat. Why? Because, Why not? We do things differently here on Nighthawk Gliders... So, check it out! Build Kits and Plans are available! nighthawkgliders.com/store Yeah, sometimes we don't exactly follow the rules... but, one could argue... are there really any rules for RC combat? At Flite Fest, RC Combat is a tradition. It's a must. It's a right of pas...
Amazing Catapult Gliders (Flite Fest Ohio 2018)
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We have a new glider and we're flying it at Flite Fest. The "Tornado 12" is performing spectacularly well. Check it out! We had perfect weather and could not pass up the opportunity. After all, we were at Flite Fest where everyone flies RC, but, we do something different and introduced Free Flight CLGs to many folks. (Some even thought they were RC!) We brought several boxes of gliders and let ...
Giant Guillow's RC Airplane (Flite Fest Ohio 2018)
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Brad and Bruce have captured on video something totally amazing! Someone created a scaled up RC version of a classic Rubber-powered airplane! What?!? Karl Dahlman is the creator of this aircraft and we saw him and his crew walking by us near the flight line. It immedietely caught our attention and we just had to invite him and his six foot creation on our channel. The inspiration came from a cl...
Air Dropping - Whipit DLG (RCS Fest 2018)
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Air Dropping - Whipit DLG (RCS Fest 2018)
Slope Soaring - Whipit DLG (RCS Fest 2018)
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Slope Soaring - Whipit DLG (RCS Fest 2018)
Nighthawk Gliders at Indy 500 - 2018 (Balsa Catapult Gliders)
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Nighthawk Gliders at Indy 500 - 2018 (Balsa Catapult Gliders)
F1D - Joshua and Hope Finn (5/99 - Fine Wine of Rubber)
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F1D - Joshua and Hope Finn (5/99 - Fine Wine of Rubber)
F1D - Jim Richmond Open 2018 (feat. Joshua and Hope Finn)
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F1D - Jim Richmond Open 2018 (feat. Joshua and Hope Finn)
Balsa Glider Launcher (Calculating Glide Ratio)
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Balsa Glider Launcher (Calculating Glide Ratio)
Airfoil in a Wind Tunnel Simulator
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Airfoil in a Wind Tunnel Simulator
Building Joshua Finn's Aleda Catapult Glider Kit
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Building Joshua Finn's Aleda Catapult Glider Kit
We Are Being Demonetized! Please Help!
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We Are Being Demonetized! Please Help!
Building Another Glider
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Building Another Glider
Catapult Glider Landing Contest
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Catapult Glider Landing Contest
Nighthawk Gliders - Eclipse Edition - Part 2
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Nighthawk Gliders - Eclipse Edition - Part 2
Nighthawk Gliders - Eclipse Edition - Part 1
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Nighthawk Gliders - Eclipse Edition - Part 1
Whipit DLG at the AMA
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Whipit DLG at the AMA
Catching Thermals at Flite Fest East
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Catching Thermals at Flite Fest East
Fishing for Thermals
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Fishing for Thermals

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @cobraferrariwars
    @cobraferrariwars 7 днів тому

    Where can buy the type CO2 charger in the film?

  • @andrewlast1535
    @andrewlast1535 Місяць тому

    That’s a world weary old man who got stuck in a 15 year olds body. Great design!

  • @albertogarciaarango2411
    @albertogarciaarango2411 Місяць тому

    MAGIC ...

  • @bidhankapri
    @bidhankapri Місяць тому

    Nice, very good

  • @Mads1693
    @Mads1693 2 місяці тому

    WAUW! I'm hooked... Stacking up on balsa! Many thanks from Denmark :)

  • @winstonsmiths2449
    @winstonsmiths2449 3 місяці тому

    How fun is that! Gotta go see one of these events.

  • @parasamm
    @parasamm 3 місяці тому

    NIGHTHAWK GD REFERENCE LIMBO FOCUS FIR IN THE HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!111!!!111

  • @nigelhutt9921
    @nigelhutt9921 4 місяці тому

    Just ordered and downloaded the plans can I ask what sort of glue you're using please? Utter novice so appreciate the help

    • @NighthawkGliders
      @NighthawkGliders 4 місяці тому

      Gorilla brand super glue is my favorite. You can easily find that in most hardware and grocery stores. You’ll want a super glue that has a medium viscosity. “Regular” super glue is typically way too thin. You can find other brands of medium viscosity CA glue and balsa at hobby stores. Thanks for buying the plans! 😊

    • @nigelhutt9921
      @nigelhutt9921 4 місяці тому

      Many thanks appreciate you taking the time to reply.

  • @GoingtoHecq
    @GoingtoHecq 5 місяців тому

    So tiny😊

  • @viarnay
    @viarnay 6 місяців тому

    I'm wondering what Greta Thumberg think about this...🤣😂

  • @eduardoevangelista5450
    @eduardoevangelista5450 6 місяців тому

    Onde encontro plantas ?

  • @PaulHigginbothamSr
    @PaulHigginbothamSr 6 місяців тому

    Thanks Ross. Beautiful flight man.

  • @user-sr4ol6yk1o
    @user-sr4ol6yk1o 7 місяців тому

    I’m a beginner, and I have a question. How do you reduce the elevator of the glider? My glider was going in loops after I launched it, I tried to slightly increase nose ballast, but it still when in loops and I don’t know how to reduce the up elevator. Thank you for making this video, it really helped!

    • @NighthawkGliders
      @NighthawkGliders 4 місяці тому

      Cut 2 strips of balsa 1/8x1/32x1/32 and glue one on each underside trailing edge of left and right stabilizer next to the fuselage. This will help reduce the loopiness of the launch. I call these “trim tabs.” If still too loopy, add more until you get desired result.

  • @tdwayne1
    @tdwayne1 8 місяців тому

    Love it... I'm an older guy who has played with balsa gliders, foam gliders, plastic gliders all my life... nothing more fun.., ☺️

  • @brockplummer8724
    @brockplummer8724 9 місяців тому

    Are the glider kits and plans still for sale, and does anyone know how long shipping takes

  • @ColinWatters
    @ColinWatters 10 місяців тому

    When I was younger there were several companies making CO2 motors but seems to be only one now? I converted several rubber powered free flight modes to CO2 power and they flew much better. Interesting fact.. the fins on the cylinder head are to absorb heat not to cool the motor.

  • @Husain_bohra
    @Husain_bohra 11 місяців тому

    please anyone specify the all the things required separately..

  • @mikedunn7795
    @mikedunn7795 11 місяців тому

    Has Ross built battery powered electric models? Seems they would stay aloft longer than CO2 powered ships,but this one is cool.

  • @00haka31
    @00haka31 Рік тому

    ありがとうございます!

  • @snort455
    @snort455 Рік тому

    Thank you!

  • @bee_creator
    @bee_creator Рік тому

    its really //////?

  • @landroverandrew6602
    @landroverandrew6602 Рік тому

    loved the Sandpiper, purchased all 3 plans to build with my boys. Just a quick question, what are the measurements you do for the wings leading edge when you slice at 0.37? I couldn't see them in the drawing. Again love these kits and thank you

  • @user-zx3bc3zn2k
    @user-zx3bc3zn2k Рік тому

    I need a charger, not cartridges

  • @user-zx3bc3zn2k
    @user-zx3bc3zn2k Рік тому

    great video does anyone know where can I purchase a charger for co2 cartridges?

  • @airorc5141
    @airorc5141 Рік тому

    I recently just got finished building a 12 inch sand piper for my fleet! Its a great looking glider, but I can only get it to do about 12 second flights. I was wondering weather you could tell me where the best place is for the CG? at the moment on mine its about 40% back, but ive tried closer to the edge of the wing and more near the back. I just wanted to know if there was an average CG for the sand piper so I can use it as a good place to start. Anyway nice video, keep up the good work

    • @NighthawkGliders
      @NighthawkGliders Рік тому

      Thanks! Glad you like the glider! 😊 I find the best CG is at 50-55% back from leading edge! If you glide looks good, and you’re only getting just 12s flight, I suspect glider weight might be a factor. Balsa selection is key. Try to build a 6-8g glider and fly on calm days. Wind and launching technique can also play role in flight time. Good luck!

    • @airorc5141
      @airorc5141 Рік тому

      @@NighthawkGliders ok thanks l will give that a try! I will also probably build a second one to compare the difference. Im going to a model shop soon so I will make sure to pick up a selection of different balsa sizes and see what works best, and anyway experimenting is all part of the fun! Thanks for the feedback. 😊

  • @ytehrani3885
    @ytehrani3885 Рік тому

    Oh my, the shot at 8:14 is missing how much you are tilting the tail piece to the right. It was so confusing, Isn't it possible to re-shoot that bit & give ppl a sense of how much to tilt? I love these little gliders. They work so well, but if ppl get lost at any point, they give up. Just re shoot the build section where you align the gluing on of the tail. Cheers. Great glider regardless of my b*tching & moaning!

    • @NighthawkGliders
      @NighthawkGliders Рік тому

      Yeah, sorry. A failure on my part. You’ll want the tail to lean about 1/4 inch lower on one side than the other. If you are right-handed, lean tail to the right as viewed from the back. This will cause a counter-clockwise glide. Reverse the lean if you are left-handed for a clockwise turn.

  • @weaverl43
    @weaverl43 Рік тому

    I followed your videos and built the Sandpiper. It tends to dive and changing the ballast doesn’t seem to remedy. Could you do a video on other ways to trim or fix this problem.

  • @paulbellas8797
    @paulbellas8797 Рік тому

    That little motor is amazing!!!

  • @williamwiese9963
    @williamwiese9963 Рік тому

    I could totally get into these! Where can I get a kit?

  • @stevecordle9842
    @stevecordle9842 Рік тому

    where do I get full size plans for this!!

  • @widyasutomo
    @widyasutomo Рік тому

    Penemuan luar biasa penerbangan dalam ruangan yang sangat indah

  • @paulhelman2376
    @paulhelman2376 Рік тому

    Need a big bath tub to make such large sheets of microfilm! Do you use nitrate, colloidal, and castor oil?

  • @isaacrigby
    @isaacrigby Рік тому

    What CA glue did you use when you put it on top of the gorrila wood glue?

  • @saito125
    @saito125 Рік тому

    3rd time's the charm

  • @airorc5141
    @airorc5141 Рік тому

    you guys should make a glider with a model rocket engine to get it super high up!

  • @geoffreydowen5793
    @geoffreydowen5793 Рік тому

    watching this in January 23’ great to see a new one get air in her wings;

  • @geoffreydowen5793
    @geoffreydowen5793 Рік тому

    I had a stroke and. just found you in 2023. hope you are still flying . godbless you both.thank you. from Suffolk, England. Jan 23’

  • @gwheyduke
    @gwheyduke Рік тому

    CO2 is old school!

    • @mikew3232
      @mikew3232 8 місяців тому

      Maybe, but turns more heads than electric 😂

  • @gwheyduke
    @gwheyduke Рік тому

    Ross is the Boss !!

  • @geoffreydowen5793
    @geoffreydowen5793 Рік тому

    I used to be in the royal navy, and served on Ark Royal ; R09 takes me back . xx

    • @NighthawkGliders
      @NighthawkGliders Рік тому

      I’m sure you have seen many of planes catapulted into the skies on the HMS Ark Royal Aircraft Carrier. That’s cool! 😎

  • @geoffreydowen5793
    @geoffreydowen5793 Рік тому

    just found your channel. going to build these for my grandson. respect from Suffolk, England.

    • @NighthawkGliders
      @NighthawkGliders Рік тому

      Welcome aboard! We hope you have a great building experience with your grandson!

  • @geoffreydowen5793
    @geoffreydowen5793 Рік тому

    aged 64 in 23' happy new year and thank you for the video . great project for my grandson and me. here in Suffolk, England. . well done to even I can make this after a stroke took half of my brain out fair winds guys xx

  • @2552legoboy
    @2552legoboy Рік тому

    3.4 grams really boggles the mind!

  • @yazidsh2357
    @yazidsh2357 Рік тому

    Amazing model

  • @greywaren6034
    @greywaren6034 Рік тому

    What are the measurements for wing and tail placement on the fuselage?

  • @terryboehler5752
    @terryboehler5752 Рік тому

    Built the kestrel 12. Very impressed with the balsa quality. Got it trimmed out in the yard. Waiting for a suitable day to try the catapult.

  • @lucaswagner1933
    @lucaswagner1933 Рік тому

    Great video! You seem like a very nice person too. Greetings from Brazil.

  • @russellmoore1533
    @russellmoore1533 Рік тому

    Interesting that the little guy stay up longer

  • @larrybenson8133
    @larrybenson8133 Рік тому

    mine broke in the same place. I glued it back together and added 1/32 splint on each side, it flew better than ever lol