Engine rec for a "twin cub" using 30% fuses
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Engine rec for a "twin cub" using 30% fuses
Okay, I need some thoughtful answers for this project, not just your regular response.
The plane will be twin 30% cub fuses separated by a 6' common wing and the outboard wings will be 6' each. total wing = 18 ft. A fine mesh net will be slung between the fuses with the attachment pt on the thrustline and CG. Net size will be 6' x 4'. Calculations indicate that 2 - 100 cc engines will haul the net through the air. Engines will be run at full throttle.
Engines needs to be matched, powerful, trouble free and as economical with fuel as possible. Due to the all up wt. of fuel, electronics etc. engine wt is not all that important. Wing loading can exceed 70 oz/ft with no problem on this plane.
Which engines for this project? Why?
Thanks for your answers and opinions
Elson
The plane will be twin 30% cub fuses separated by a 6' common wing and the outboard wings will be 6' each. total wing = 18 ft. A fine mesh net will be slung between the fuses with the attachment pt on the thrustline and CG. Net size will be 6' x 4'. Calculations indicate that 2 - 100 cc engines will haul the net through the air. Engines will be run at full throttle.
Engines needs to be matched, powerful, trouble free and as economical with fuel as possible. Due to the all up wt. of fuel, electronics etc. engine wt is not all that important. Wing loading can exceed 70 oz/ft with no problem on this plane.
Which engines for this project? Why?
Thanks for your answers and opinions
Elson
