P39 AIRACOBRA

The Airacobra flew in both the Pacific and European theaters of WWII. It was somewhat of an ungainly airplane with its engine located behind the cockpit and the drive shaft funning under the pilot's seat to the propeller.

The Kit

Here is a good ship for starters. It has a lot of wing and tail for control and as a short kit, it goes together quick and easy.

TEST PILOT NOTES:

"I felt a real positive feel. The tricycle gear gives this P-39 excellent ground handling and takeoff control."

**Specifications** (as tested)
Wing Span	55"
Length	40.5"
Wing Area	552 sq.in.
Dry Weight	4.9 lbs.
Stab Area	104.5 sq. in.
Airfoil	Semi-symmetrical
Scale	1 1/2" = 1'
Engine Size:	Two stroke .25 - .50
# of Channels	4

Construction Information

Wings

Foam core with Tigerskin or Balsa sheeting.

Fuselage

Box frame with balsa construction

Landing Gear

Fixed

Tail

Flat 3/16" balsa

Building Time

Frame up - 4 Hrs

Finish - 28 Hrs. average

Building Experience

Intermediate

**Short Kit Contents**
Arcofoam wing cores
Clear canopy
Molded high impact cowl
Molded misc. parts
Plywood firewall, engine mount
Hinges, horns, some hardware
Landing gear straps, blocks & screws
Clear plans w/construction details & templates
Bill of materials for wood needed to build the complete airframe
Working with foam guide sheet

**Test Pilot's Performance Report**

(As tested with .40 engine and 4 ch. radio)
Take off	Excellent
Top speed	78 MPH
Landing speed	27 MPH
Straight out flight stability	Excellent
Roll rate	Good
Loop stability	Excellent
Inverted flight	Good
Control response	Excellent
Landing approach	Good Control - no tip stall habits
Flare out	Excellent
Landing	Excellent
Flying experience recommended	Intermediate

**Replacements & Options**
#SK-705-B Wing core	#SK-701-E Hi-Impact cowling
#SK-705-C Plans	#SK-701-F Formed rear intake & exhaust ports
#SK-705-D Molded canopy	#SK-701-F Formed rear intake & exhaust ports
#SP-142 Insignia Sheet
#SK701-W Wood Pack (all balsa, plywood, hardwood to construct model)

P-39 Airacobra Short Kit - WGMSK705