Another nice thing about a "pop-pod" is that in some models lead weight can be attached to the forward end of the pop-pod. This brings the c.g. forward during the boost phase. When the pod is ejected to activate the elevons the extra head-end is also removed from the glider model along with the dead-weight of the burnt-out motor. Since the motor is ejected, the model is classified as a boost-glider. If the rocket motor stays with the model and another is ejected, the model is classified as a rocket-glider.
Dug this out of the build pile and working on it now. Pretty excited to try out a little glider.
I hope to attempt an RC version, soon (mid-2017).
Yeah, something got screwed up when my website got reinstalled a few years ago, folder in the wrong place or something.
Have not gotten around to fixing the issue.
Great thread - sorry to jump on a year later.
I'm just finishing up the build on this same kit (started almost a year ago) I've noticed that the booster tube is VERY snug inside the glider airframe. It goes in ok but hard on the way out. Is this going to be a problem? I stiffened the forward green paper ring with CA and sanded it down, but I think the washers may be the culprit. Should I attempt sanding/grinding those down some for a smoother fit?
Also, I can't find the pin no the elastic that holds up the elevator during the glide phase. Any suggestions on replacements? I'd love to see a close-up picture of how that setup works - it's not clear at all in the instructions. Will look for elastic as suggested in the previous post.
This is my first boosted glider, so have a lot to learn.
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