electric flight uk - British Electric Flight Association - Jan Bassett's

Hobby Lobby B-25 Mitchell. 19lbs 2x AXI 4130 driving 15” x 8” propellers on 6S3P
Some new models were on show, the most noteworthy from a commercial concern
being the B-25 Mitchell from Hobby Lobby. A kit should be available towards the
end of the year with pricing in the region of $500.
An exceptional model of an Antoinette was on a stand by the truck of Don Bosquet
although I am not sure that he had built it although it was in his style. Dave
Barron, the regular B-17 pilot, was recruited to test fly the model. But as you will
see from the photos the angle of climb shortly after take off was too steep and a
second or so after the photo it stalled. Repairable in the workshop where no doubt
the C of G will be examined.
The Hobby Lobby stand was decked out with about 20 models from their range,
although they had taken the decision not to sell direct. Every one who has visited
the USA will know that the price on the ticket will have sales tax added at the till.
This varies from state to state but is not applicable to sales made and shipped to
residents of other states or exports.
Hobby Lobby had taken the view that by selling at the NEAT Fair they may
become caught by the New York tax system and this would mean all sales to NY
residents would be taxed, instead of tax free coming from their home state of
Tennessee. They have been supporters of the Fair since inception and this year
provided raffle prizes for the draws on each of the three days. The star was the
Gee Bee complete outfit which had been flown regularly in the hours leading up to
the raffle. A very generous gesture as its value must be at least $1000.
There is a down side to this well attended meeting, over 250 pilots registered this
year. It is the lack of accommodation in the area. Most motels within 20 miles are
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