Seen at the F3K world champs

[mikef]

Vladimir himself had a couple of flights at the F3K champs this morning.  It's the 'new' Plus.

Certainly a different shape in the air and seemed possible to fly it very smoothly in quite tight low circles.

 

[martynk]

Any indication on the rationale behind this design Mike?

 

[martynk]

Thats great. I remember the debate earlier but never understood why..

I wonder if it comes with a pair of these?

(Falconers Gloves - only one needed)

Thanks

[satinet]

I think the idea is that it has less drag if the prop is at the back than the front.  And of course you can land it as hard, or nearly as hard as an F3J plane without breaking the drive train. I think there were some other minor aerodynamic benefits mentioned.

IIRC you have to have the motor started before you chuck it in f5j, so that does seem to be an issue.