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Again, this model has nothing to do with any kit or ready-made model of the same name. It is entirely owner-built.
The slope doesn’t always provide enough lift, so a thermal glider is more appropriate. A 30 rubber and 100 m fishing line, gives me a high-start to gain sufficient altitude, which allows me to go for a glide away from the slope in search for a thermal.
This is were the eagles come into play. They probably see the model as a goose or similar bird, and sneak-in from behind and above. Then, suddenly, they dive out of the sky and try to grab the model.
A quick diving maneuver by the model does, however, prevent any disaster. Eagles, as opposed to falcons, aren’t very agile in the air.
Balsa wood construction.
V-tail and aileron control.
Wingspan of 3.2 m with a RG 15 airfoil.