Aquila 100" RC Sailplane Laser-cut Wing Rib Set

Please Note: This is NOT a complete kit. Building plans are not included, and additional materials are required to complete the model.

Precision laser-cut wing rib set for the classic Aquila 100" standard class thermal sailplane, designed by Lee Renaud and first published in the May 1975 issue of R/C Modeler magazine. Renowned for its excellent thermal performance and graceful flying characteristics, the Aquila remains one of the most popular vintage RC sailplanes ever designed.

Model Specifications

• Designer: Lee Renaud (1975)
• Type: 2/3 Channel RC Thermal Soarer
• Wingspan: 100" (2540 mm)
• Wing Area: 810 sq in
• Wing Chord: 9" root to 5.75" tip
• Airfoil: 9.6% Flat Bottom
• Length: 46" (1168 mm)
• Flying Weight: Approx. 40–44 oz
• Wing Loading: Approx. 7.5 oz/sq ft

Box Contents (58 Laser-cut Parts)

• 44 × Wing ribs (1.5mm balsa & aircraft plywood)
• 8 × Dihedral braces (1.5mm aircraft plywood)
• 6 × Fuselage formers (plywood & balsa)

SHRC Improvements

• Triple-laminated wing root ribs for increased strength
• Pre-cut servo cable routing holes
• Vent/lightening holes to reduce covering ballooning
• Precision laser-cut parts for accurate, straightforward assembly

Important Information

• Laser-cut wooden parts ONLY
• NOT a complete model kit
• Plans, strip wood, hardware, covering, adhesives and radio equipment are NOT included
• Building instructions can be supplied by email upon request
• All photos are for illustration purposes only
• The blue-background photo shows exactly what is supplied

Plans

Building plans are not included.

Plans are available separately from Model-Plans.co.uk or Flyer21UK on eBay.