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I was lazy today and was almost too embarrassed to post this, but I concluded that my cautionary tale was more important to share than protecting my ego.
Last week, I took the 1/4 Lama out for a maiden since purchasing it from Gonzalo and rebuilding the mechanics and fuel system. On spool-up, the b...
See MoreLast week, I took the 1/4 Lama out for a maiden since purchasing it from Gonzalo and rebuilding the mechanics and fuel system. On spool-up, the b...
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Massimo Cardelli
Thanks for sharing all these info and the terrifying experience, Michael. I'm sure you'll bring the LAMA back to life again.

Michael Kranitz
Additional Learning: I spoke at length with Gonzalo about this and I learned a few really interesting things:
1. Three-blade helicopters (full size and model) have a higher tendency to experience ground resonance.
2. I made the problem WORSE after shutting down the turbine by DROPPING collective. ...
See More1. Three-blade helicopters (full size and model) have a higher tendency to experience ground resonance.
2. I made the problem WORSE after shutting down the turbine by DROPPING collective. ...

Tim Hurley
Thanks for sharing this information Michael…!!!