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The Bristol M1C was the British entry into the late WWI monoplane design era. Bristol chose a shoulder wing design to eliminate
drag from the struts required for a parasol wing design. All attempts for streamlining were done, including the very large
spinner that gives the M1C a distinctive look. The wing shape also was worked to reduce drag, being an elliptical design.
Rather than shaping the trailing edge as in later aircraft, Bristol shaped the leading edge. The work was successful as
several post wark models were successful in the racing circuits. The lower wing mounting did pose a problem for pilot visibility
downward. The same problem German pilots experienced with the middle wing of the Dr.1. Aa solution was to cut out a section
of the wing covering near the cockpit. Pat's prototype model has this feature, and, Peter has also put it on the plans for
those who wish to include that option on the build.
This design is a departure for Peter and follows his design of the M-S AI. It is a clamshell design with top and bottom
halves. The framing is almost all laser cut parts and assembles quickly. This is about as close to a "tab and slot"
design as Peter has ever reached.
Power is designed to be the inexpensive 'bell' motors. The prototype flew with one using a 3s battery and has quite good
performance from it. The model flies nicely and has very good control response including a very gentle stall.
Wingspan: 47"
Length: 38"
Weight: 26 oz
Recomended (and prototype) power:
"Bell" 750kv brushless outrunner
3s2100 LiPo
Vintage 12.5x11 wood prop (13x11 cut down)
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