Here is great news from our friends at Edge Rotorblades. Let's give a big round of applause for the newest Edge Rotorblades Team Pilot, Steven Garrard. Continue through to read the announcement and to view a vid of Steven. ]]>Edge Would like to announce our newest Flight Team Member, Steven Gerrard – U.K. !!
Click HERE to see a vid of Steven in action.
Source: Edge Rotorblades
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Hi everyone, here is an outstanding aerial vid of Positive Pitch Fun Fly 2012. This vid was shared by our very good friend Tim Crofts. Thanks Tim for sharing. Check the vid out and see just how stable the Cinestar 8 platform is. And, read some exclusive info about the Cinestar 8 System used by Tim and Jeremy. ]]>Click here to view the embedded video.
“Jeremy and Timmy took out the Cinestar 8 for a bit of aerial video fun at the Positive Pitch Funfly held at the Australian Freestyle Flyers club in Hallam, Victoria, Australia.”
Here is exclusive info for the Cinestar 8 System used:
Cinestar 8
3 Axis gimbal
Sony NEX 7
Transmitter used for Cinestar 8: DSX9
Cinestar 8 piloted by: Jeremy Muir
Transmitter used for Sony NEX 7: DSX9
Sony NEX 7 controlled by: Tim Crofts
Live 5.8GHz vid feed via HDMI cable from NEX 7 to transmitter unit. On the ground Rx to a small TV.
Ability to take stills and start/stop video
Battery: Thunder Power 4S 6600mAh
Source: RCBitsAU via Timothy Crofts
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Last week we reported on some new upgrade products for the Trex 700 called the XT Main Rotor Head System. Well, the great Team at KDE Direct have provided details for these products. Continue through to read all the information available for the Trex 700 Series XT Main Rotor Head System. ]]>The new KDE Direct TREX 700 Series XT Main Rotor Head System is now available and provides the most innovative and highly-engineered control mechanics to install confidence in any flying style. Every detail was scrutinized and continually reviewed to provide the ultimate system for Flybarless flight control, without fear of the common failure modes (boom strikes, bolt shear, misalignment, etc.) that plagues other competitive offerings in the market. The entire XT Main Rotor Head System is optimized for center-of-gravity alignment to the tail boom axis (for true, on-point rolls) and further prevention of boom-strikes on Electric and Nitro models.
Individual components are also available for replacement and upgrades:
KDE Direct TREX 700 Series Main Rotor Holder Arms
KDE Direct TREX 700 Series Main Rotor Holder Arms, XT
KDE Direct TREX 700 Series Main Rotor Grip Control Links, XT
KDE Direct TREX 700 Series Flybarless Main Rotor Housing, XT
XT MAIN ROTOR HEAD SYSTEM
FOR ALIGN TREX 700 SERIES HELICOPTERS
Click HERE for the High Performance Video.
Item Number: AT700-XTS
Installation Diagram: CLICK HERE
Price: $128.95
Material: Aluminum 6061-T6
Models: all ALIGN TREX 700E (V1/V2), 700 Nitro, and 700N E-Conversion series.
Note: the new KDE Direct 700 Series XT Main Rotor Head System provides the most innovative and highly-engineered control mechanics to install confidence in any flying style. Every detail was scrutinized and continually reviewed to provide the ultimate system for Flybarless flight control, without fear of the common failure modes (boom strikes, bolt shear, misalignment, etc.) that plagues other competitive offerings in the market. In addition, the entire Main Rotor Head System is optimized for center-of-gravity alignment to the tail boom axis (for true, on-point rolls) and further prevention of boom-strikes on Electric and Nitro models.
Click HERE for the Design Presentation, pdf.
Design Notice: to achieve the best possible setup and perfect alignment of the flight mechanics, it is recommended to use the following new ALIGN flybarless components with the new design:
Main Shaft: H70093, Trex 700DFC Main Shaft
Dampers: H70096, Trex 700DFC Head Damper
Flybarless Grips: HN7116, Trex 700 Newly Main Rotor Holder
Includes:
- One (1) TREX 700 Series Aluminum XT Main Rotor Head System
- Two (2) TREX 700 Series Aluminum Main Rotor Grip Control Links, XT Version
- Four (4) Radial Ball Bearings 4 x 8 x 3 mm
- Two (2) Bearing Collars 4 x 5.75 x 9 mm (Stainless Steel 304)
- Two (2) KDE Direct 700 Series Ball Links, Heavy-Duty 4.95mm
- Two (2) M3 x 0.5 x 20 mm Socket Head Set Screws (Class 12.9 BP Alloy Steel)
- Two (2) M3 x 0.5 Nylon-Insert Locknuts (Zinc-Plated Class 8 Alloy Steel)
- Two (2) TREX 700 Series Aluminum Main Rotor Holder Arms, XT Version
- Two (2) Custom M4 x 0.7 x 34.75 mm Socket Head Collar Cap Screws (Class 12.9 BP Alloy Steel)
- Four (4) M3 x 0.5 x 6 mm Socket Head Cap Screws (Class 12.9 BP Alloy Steel)
- Two (2) M4 x 0.7 Nylon-Insert Locknuts (Zinc-Plated Class 8 Alloy Steel)
- One (1) TREX 700 Series Aluminum Flybarless Main Rotor Housing, XT Version
- Two (2) M4 x 0.7 x 16 mm Socket Head Cap Screws (Class 12.9 BP Alloy Steel)
Finish:
Clear anodize, mirror-polish CNC gloss
MAIN ROTOR HOLDER ARMS
FOR ALIGN TREX 700 SERIES HELICOPTERS
Item Number: AT700-MRHA
Price: $28.95
Material: Aluminum 6061-T6
Models: all ALIGN TREX 700E (V1/V2), 700 Nitro, and 700N/800 E-Conversion series.
Note: the Main Rotor Holder Arms are designed as a bolt-in upgrade for the latest ALIGN Metal Rotor Holders to optimize the cyclic/collective control geometry for Flybarless flight. By extending the arms further from the central Main Shaft and optimizing the mounting location for perfect, 90 degree alignment to the flight mechanics, increased servo travel and resultant control resolution is observed. The arms were extended to provide a 6-8 point increase in Collective Travel and Cyclic Throw for the Mikado™ VBAR® Flybarless System, as well as increase the resolution for the BeastX® Flybarless System (resultant blue light) and other mainstream systems.
Includes:
- Two (2) TREX 700 Series Aluminum Main Rotor Holder Arms
- Four (4) M3 x 0.5 x 6 mm Socket Head Cap Screws (Class 12.9 BP Alloy Steel)
Finish:
Clear anodize, mirror-polish CNC gloss
Weight:
8 g ea. (design is FEA optimized for maximum strength and minimum weight)
MAIN ROTOR HOLDER ARMS, XT VERSION
FOR ALIGN TREX 700 SERIES HELICOPTERS
Item Number: AT700-MRHA-XT
Price: $31.95
Material: Aluminum 6061-T6
Models: all ALIGN TREX 700E (V1/V2), 700 Nitro, and 700N E-Conversion series.
Note: the Main Rotor Holder Arms, XT Version, are used in the KDE Direct TREX 700 Series XT Main Rotor Head System and provide a series of enhancements for optimal servo resolution, robust strength, and improved flight mechanics. Please review the full system for more details.
Includes:
- Two (2) TREX 700 Series Aluminum Main Rotor Holder Arms, XT Version
- Two (2) Custom M4 x 0.7 x 34.75 mm Socket Head Collar Cap Screws (Class 12.9 BP Alloy Steel)
- Four (4) M3 x 0.5 x 6 mm Socket Head Cap Screws (Class 12.9 BP Alloy Steel)
- Two (2) M4 x 0.7 Nylon-Insert Locknuts (Zinc-Plated Class 8 Alloy Steel)
Finish:
Clear anodize, mirror-polish CNC gloss
Weight:
8 g ea. (design is FEA optimized for maximum strength and minimum weight)
MAIN ROTOR GRIP CONTROL LINKS, XT VERSION
FOR ALIGN TREX 700 SERIES HELICOPTERS
Item Number: AT700-MRGCL-XT
Price: $38.95
Material: Aluminum 6061-T6
Models: all ALIGN TREX 700E (V1/V2), 700 Nitro, and 700N E-Conversion series.
Note: the Main Rotor Grip Control Links, XT Version, are used in the KDE Direct TREX 700 Series XT Main Rotor Head System and provide an FEA-optimized design for unprecedented strength and light-weight characteristics for accurate pitch control. Please review the full system for more details.
Includes:
- Two (2) TREX 700 Series Aluminum Main Rotor Grip Control Links, XT Version
- Four (4) Radial Ball Bearings 4 x 8 x 3 mm
- Two (2) Bearing Collars 4 x 5.75 x 9 mm (Stainless Steel 304)
- Two (2) KDE Direct 700 Series Ball Links, Heavy-Duty 4.95mm
- Two (2) M3 x 0.5 x 20 mm Socket Head Set Screws (Class 12.9 BP Alloy Steel)
- Two (2) M3 x 0.5 Nylon-Insert Locknuts (Zinc-Plated Class 8 Alloy Steel)
Finish:
Clear anodize, mirror-polish CNC gloss
Weight:
5 g ea. (design is FEA optimized for maximum strength and minimum weight)
FLYBARLESS MAIN ROTOR HOUSING, XT VERSION
FOR ALIGN TREX 700 SERIES HELICOPTERS
Item Number: AT700-MRHFB-XT
Price: $63.95
Material: Aluminum 6061-T6
Models: all ALIGN TREX 700E (V1/V2), 700 Nitro, and 700N E-Conversion series.
Note: the Flybarless Main Rotor Housing, XT Version, is used in the KDE Direct TREX 700 Series XT Main Rotor Head System and provide an FEA-optimized design for unprecedented strength and light-weight characteristics; with the incorporation of the innovative clamping mechanism for accurate and crisp flight feel for all flyng styles. Please review the full system for more details.
Includes:
- One (1) TREX 700 Series Aluminum Flybarless Main Rotor Housing, XT Version
- Two (2) M4 x 0.7 x 16 mm Socket Head Cap Screws (Class 12.9 BP Alloy Steel)
Finish:
Clear anodize, mirror-polish CNC gloss
Weight:
54 g (design is FEA optimized for maximum strength and minimum weight)
EXTREME-TESTING VIDEOS
The KDE Direct 700 (Align TREX 700E V2 with full KDE Direct 700E Series Upgrades) can be seen online in the latest flight video posted to YouTube (CLICK HERE).
In addition, the KDE Direct 600 (Align TREX 600E PRO with full KDE Direct 600E PRO Series Upgrades) was pushed to the Extreme-Flight limits last week and can be viewed on YouTube (CLICK HERE).
Looking for more information on your latest purchase? Installation Diagrams and full Setup Information can be found online for various KDE Direct Team Helicopters used in research and development.
Source: KDE Direct
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Here is more great news from Team Miniature Aircraft. Help us in congratulating new Team Miniature Aircraft Pilot Jason Platts. Thanks to our good friend Mike Fortin of Team Heli Wholesaler for the info. Continue through to read the official announcement. ]]>
Miniature Aircraft Welcomes New UK Pilot Jason Platts
Once again Miniature Aircraft is expanding it’s global reach by adding UK pilot Jason Platts.
Miniature Aircraft is proud to have Jason as a part of our team!
Look for Jason to compete in next months ‘Air’ RC Heli Competition at Weston Park in the UK.
View Jason’s full list of Sponsors by clicking HERE.
Check out Jason’s website by clicking HERE.
Source: Mike Fortin
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Looks like the Positive Pitch Fun Fly 2012 in Melbourne, Australia was a big success. Our very good friend Sean "Radar" Kane shared a few great pics taken at the Fun Fly. Thanks Radar.Continue through to view the event pics as well as read info passed on about the winners in the various contests and the Prize Pool. ]]>1st Gavin Broadbent
2nd Luke Annells
3rd Hamish Scott
Drag competition
1st Lee Vernon
Auto competition
1st Luke Annells
Blades Off
1st Aaron Clark
Goblin Prize winner
Lee Vernon
Tail Slide competition
Aidan Kelly
Most entertaining
Lee Veron for his night flight
Sorry for the late notice guys we drew the prize pool very late Sunday. If you are interstate will send it out to you, here are the results. Please contact ARKRC (03) 9495 6882
Glen Mason – MKS Servos Set BLS950, BLS980
Jason Yendall – MKS Servos Set DS670, DS760
Jody Hodgson – CopterX600E
Ken Hawkey – PowerLab 8 Cellpro
Hamish Scott – Scorpion 4035 – 500kv
Bryan Stuart – Scorpion 4025 – 1100kv
Lee Phan – Quantum Motor 4135 – 530kv
Radar kane – Blade mCPX
Argy Paktits – Blade mCPX
Andrew Nguyen – Edge Blades FB 553mm
Benvan Deventer – YourHobby Voucher
Vito Puopolo – YourHobby Voucher
Mick Naylor – YourHobby Voucher
Ben Bolderman – YourHobby Voucher
Mark Eaton – YourHobby Voucher
Dennis Beilby – Pulse Bat 2200mAh 3S
Simon Farthing – Pulse Bat 2200mAh 3S
Jake Thornton – MKS Jacket
Juris Briedis – MKS Jacket
Gary Butcher – RCBits Lipo safe bag
Andy McCallum – RCBits Lipo safe bag
Michael Rowland – RCBits Lipo safe bag
Phil Thornton – RCBits Lipo safe bag
Andrew Stampalia – RCBits Lipo safe bag
Jonathan Kilbourne – Lynx Radio Arm
Luke Anells – Lynx Radio Arm
Wayne Cements – Gryphon Fuel Filter
Brian Mitchell – KBDD Tail Blade & Paddle Kit
Jake Milson – Lynx Cleaning Putty
Here are the event pics.
Source: Radar Kane
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Bert’s words on the MSH Brain:
As most of you know, I have been flying the vBar flybarless system for quite some time. I have also tested virtually every other system available on the market, including the BeastX, which has done very well on all my small helis. Last year while on a trip to Europe, I had the opportunity to test fly for the first time a brand new system developed by MSH in Italy, my initial thoughts were actually pretty good, the system indeed “had some potential”. Throughout the past several months, MSH has continued to develop the system and they kindly asked if they could come over to the United States to perform some more tests with my assistance, being as curious as I always am with testing new products, I accepted. Corrado Steri, one of the owners of MSH flew to Orlando, Florida and spent a few days with me testing the unit. I tested the unit very rigorously, making changes, talking to the developer in Europe via Skype and developing new firmware updates on a daily basis. I must say, by the end of Corrado’s trip to the US, I was extremely impressed with the system and very pleased to have played a key role in the development process of out of the box settings as well as changes and improvements.
To sum it all up, this is now my favorite flybarless control system, period! Given my engineering background and extensive experience in testing and R&D, I was extremely demanding during the testing process, I practically tested every single possible combination of settings to achieve the best feel as well as consistency and the unit delivered beyond my expectations. I tested everything very methodically, including piro compensation, flip and roll rate consistency as well as differential during stationary and traveling flight, tracking, overall feel around center and at extremes, pirouetting performance, cyclic bounce among many other things.
The unit will initially be released by MSH under the name “Brain”, future OEM partnerships will be established for the American markets as well as Europe and Asia. Stay tuned, scheduled release is in late July.
Source: Bert Kammerer
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Our good friends at HeliDirect, the exclusive US Distributor of Pulse Battery, sent us this press release for the New PULSE Ultra series lipo. Continue through to read the press release. ]]>
Our team at PULSE are always in search of the very best products to offer you at the most competitive price, bar none. As this amazing industry develops, electric flight continues to surge like never before, and our customers continue to demand batteries that provide tremendous power, next level performance, rapid charge times, and the capability of taking tremendous abuse only RC helicopters deliver. As this demand rises like no other, we would like to introduce the product that will meet the need like nothing else available – Pulse Ultra Lithium Polymer Batteries.
Redefined and engineered for the next level of RC power demands, Pulse Ultra Batteries are designed for the true RC professional looking for the utmost in battery performance at an affordable & competitive price. Pushed hard through hundreds of cycles & specifically designed to keep pace with the latest high output chargers and brushless power systems, Pulse Ultra batteries were designed to be charged fast and flown hard.
Infused with a brand new cell formulation, Pulse Ultra batteries offer noticeable improvement in power & performance, providing increases in flight duration under extreme loading. Designed for maximum life under intense demand, Pulse Ultra has been engineered for the maximum level of sustainable performance for anyone at any skill level.
Ready for Order now, be sure to take advantage of the new level of power and performance offered by Pulse Ultra batteries. Pulse Ultra Lithium Polymer Batteries – Power Redefined.
Source: HeliDirect
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Here is hot news from the Hirobo Booth at the Shizuoka Model Show. Hirobo displayed new helis set for release in 2012. Check back with us here at RCHR as more information becomes available. To read and view pics available thus far for these products, please click through. ]]>30 scale models with new metal MRB3 rotor head
Number: 0412-968
Name: 30 LAMA SA-315B RED MRB3 METAL R/H
Release: End of June, 2012
This is 32-37 class nitro model. Red plastic parts are included.
Unpainted cockpit and exterior scale parts are included.
0402-922 30 LAMA SA-315B (MRB-3 option) with plastic 3 blade
rotor head is not available anymore,
Number: 0412-968
Name: 30 Schweiser 300 MRB3 METAL R/H
Release: End of June, 2012
This model is 32-37 class nitro model.
This is unpainted model. Cabin is made of FRP with opening door.
0412-960 30 Schweizer 300 MRB-Ⅲ OP version with plastic 3 blade
rotor head is not available anymore.
Number: 0412-688
Name: MRB3 metal RH conversion set
(For converting 2 blade head to 3 blade head)
Number: 0412-689
Name: MRB3 metal RH assy
(For converting plastic 3 blade head to metal 3 blade head)
2012 Shizuoka show new product 2
There will be a new color added to EC145 lineup. The new version will come with Silver or
yellow painted/assembled fuselage. Time consuming assembly and painted work is already
done. You will just need to install assembled helicopter into fuselage (Applying decals also
necessary) and you are ready to fly!
Transmitter and receiver crystal (FM only, no 2.4GHz) necessary. Battery and charger
are included in box.
Release: August 2012.
We will announce more detail later.
2012 Shizuoka show new product 3
Turbulence D3 Version 2
Please note :
Pictures are from prototype model. Mass production model might look differently.
We are developing a revised version of Turbulence D3, 3D Masters (2009)
and XFC (2008) champion machine.
Features for version 2
SSL flybarless rotor head
Painted FRP cabin (New)
Revised carbon frame design (New)
6mm tail shaft for improved durability (New)
All metal / carbon kit
This model is a nitro model.
Release : September, 2012
FRP painted cabin
SSL rotor head
New main frame layout
2012 Shizuoka show new product 4
New SDX lineup
We are introducing 3 new SDX models.
SDX EP kits
There will be 2 SDX EP kits, one with stabilizer head and another
with flybarless rotor head.
1. Stabilizer head model
Comes with FZ-5 rotor head (Stock rotor head from SDX)
2. flybarless head model
Comes with metal SL rotor head
Included in both kits
Hirobo-Scorpion 740kv motor
(This motor comes with special mounting for SDX main frame. Other
motors cannot be used)
Not included in kits
ESC: 75A for 8S (29.6V) Lipo with OPTO or better
Batteries: 4S 14.8V 4,000mAH 20C 2 sets (Total of 8S)
Maximum size: 50x57x160mm each packs
Main blades
Release: August 2012
Pictures are from stabilizer head model.
3. SDX D3 SWM SL
Features
Painted FRP cabin (New)
SL flybarless rotor head
6mm tail shaft (New)
SD-G underframe
SD main gear 89T
SDX-G radius stay
SDX-G high torque auto rotation assy
SDX-G fan cover
SD-G carbon vertical fin
This model is nitro 50-60 class model.
Not included in kit
Engine, muffler and main blades
Please note:
Pictures are from prototype model. mass production model might look differently.
2012 Shizuoka show new product 5
Shuttle EP kits
Please note :
Pictures are from prototype model. Mass production model might look differently.
We are planning 2 different versions of Shuttle EP kits.
1. Flybarless head model with SWM linkage
FL flybarless rotor head
Hirobo-Scorpion 890kv motor
Full bearing
Main blades not included
2. Flybar model with HPM linkage
Hirobo-Scorpion 890kv motor
(This motor comes with special mounting for Shuttle main frame.
Other motors cannot be used)
Rotor head with stabilizer bar (Same as stock Shuttle)
Wood main blades included (Same as stock Shuttle)
Not included in kits (both models)
ESC: More than 60A for 6S Lipo (22.2V) with OPTO recommended
Battery: 6S 22.2V, 4,000mAh 20C or better
Maximum battery size: 53x55x200mm
Release: September 2012 for both models
2012 Shizuoka show new product 6
Lepton SZM / SLL kit
Please note :
Pictures are from prototype model. Mass production model might look differently.
Renewed Lepton kit with flybarless rotor head.
Included in kits
Flybarless FLL rotor head
SZM rotor head with stabilizer (Same as stock Lepton)
(Both rotor head parts included)
890kv motor (Same as stock Lepton)
60A ESC with BEC (Same as stock Lepton)
Not included in kits
Battery: 4S 14.8V 3,200mAh or more
SLL rotor head (New)
SZM rotor head
Source: Hirobo
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Here is a cool, new fixed pitch heli from Walkera. This is the Super FP. Continue through to read the details of the is heli along with a couple of vids from Tony about the Walkera Super FP. Thanks Tony ]]>Specification
1).Main Rotor Dia:238mm
2).Tail Rotor Dia:42mm
3).Overall Length:220mm
4).Weight:44.5g
5).Battery:3.7V 240mAh Li-Po
6).Main Rotor :1220FC
7).Tail Rotor :0615R
8).Transmitter:2402D
Features
1）. Simple airframe and composite plastic material make Super FP more light and durable.
2）. Flexile and durable plastic rotor blades with highly precise swashplate.
3）. Intergrated and durable canopy is designed extractively.
4）. Convenient disassembling skid landing make it easier to operate.
5）. Intergrated servo and receiver makes the control speed faster and preciser
6）. 3-Axis Gyro control which makes flight stable is suitable for the beginners
Flexile and durable plastic rotor blades
In-built telemetry function also enables and simplifies flight battery voltage monitoring.
Simple airframe and composite plastic material make Super FP more light and durable.
Convenient disassembling skid landing make it easier to operate.
Adopting the durable gear
Walkera Super FP
Click here to view the embedded video.
“Short flight with my new Super FP from Walkera”
Walkera Super FP overview
Click here to view the embedded video.
“Quick look at the new Super FP from Walkera. Another FP (Fixed Pitch) that flies great and looks nice”.
Please visit Xheli.com by clicking HERE, to purchase this or other products you may need.
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It is always a treat when Andrew takes to the sky with his heli, performing various 3D maneuvers. This day was no different at the 495th RC Heli Fun Fly 2012. Our very good friend Dennis Ayotte shared these vids with us. Watch as Andrew unexpectedly flies between the flags and puts on a crowd pleasing Noon Demo. Truely spectacular flying Andrew. Thanks Dennis for sharing.]]>Click here to view the embedded video.
This is another one of Andrews spectacular flights that was unexpected. Flying between to flags. All kinds of 3D on the deck and around the flags.
Andrew Merlino Flag Flight at the 495th RC Heli FunFly 2012
Andrew Merlino – Noon Time Demo at the 495th RC Heli FunFly 2012
Click here to view the embedded video.
Here is Andrew’s Trex 700E setup:
● Scorpion 4525-520 Limited Edition
● Castle Creations ICE HV 160 V2
● KDE FBL Head
● KDE main Gear, motor mount and rail extensions
● JR DS8717HV cyclic
● Futaba BLS251 tail
● Beastx Microbeast FBL controller
● Edge 693 Main Blades
● Edge 105 Tail Blades
● Transmitter Futaba 8FG
● Receiver Futaba 6208SB
● Main Battery Thunder Power 5000 MAh 65C
● Receiver Battery Thunder Power 2100 MAh 2S
● No BEC
Please visit Andrew’s Sponsors:
Please visit Andrew’s pilot page by clicking HERE.
Source: Dennis Ayotte
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