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Focke-Achgelis FA330 Sandpiper

34.0k AgDynamics  5.1 years ago

The FA330 was a Rotorkite designed to be towed behind German U-boats as an observation and lookout platform. Flies with only autorotation! Start on one of the carriers and the magnet should auto-attach. VTOL up to launch and gain altitude. Once you're in the air, push the Trim slider up to let out the cable. AG1 detaches the cable, which is not recommended.

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General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 29.9ft (9.1m)
  • Length 84.9ft (25.9m)
  • Height 10.6ft (3.2m)
  • Empty Weight 1,846lbs (837kg)
  • Loaded Weight 1,846lbs (837kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 6.084
  • Wing Loading 83.2lbs/ft2 (406.1kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 22.2ft2 (2.1m2)
  • Drag Points 1987

Parts

  • Number of Parts 57
  • Control Surfaces 1
  • Performance Cost 274
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    What about the rotor should I adjust? @AgDynamics

    5.1 years ago
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    Ok.@AgDynamics

    5.1 years ago
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    34.0k AgDynamics

    @AerialFighterSnakes do it! If your u-boat is faster than about 17mph you may need to adjust the rotor settings.

    5.1 years ago
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    I have the sudden urge to attach this to a U-Boat. Should I?

    +2 5.1 years ago
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    YES!!! SOMEONE FINALLY MADE ONE OF THESE!!! I love these gyrokites. They are nice and simple. They can be easily stored. Love it. Keep up the good work.👍

    +1 5.1 years ago
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    clicks AG1 Im freeeeeeeeee!

    5.1 years ago
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    10.0k MegaFox

    does what is not recommended
    Im FREEEEEE

    +1 5.1 years ago
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    32.3k CRJ900Pilot

    Cool!

    5.1 years ago
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    2,881 FaLLin1

    I need help

    5.1 years ago