Clean Sweep, Tim Hooper’s latest design, was the free plan in RCM&E’s Jan 2012 issue and the laser/cnc parts and wood pack is now available at the RCM&E Plans Service.

The stylish, forward swept wing, 47” span racer-inspired sportster suits an inexpensive power system - Tim used a 3542 1250Kv outrunner and a 3S 2700mAh Li-Po battery for his model.

It's aimed at the intermediate builder and pilot, it’s an all-balsa design (you can make your own canopy from a drinks bottle) and flies as good as it looks.

Don’t forget to check out Tim’s Clean Sweep build blog.

DATAFILE
Wingspan:  47”
Fuselage length:  38”
Wing area:    365 sq. in.
All-up weight:     2 lbs 15oz
Wing loading:     18.5 oz / sq. ft
Powertrain:   Turnigy SK 35 - 42 1250Kv, 9 x 6 prop, 40A ESC, 3s 2700mAh Li-Po
Functions (servos):     Elevator (1), rudder (1), aileron (2), throttle (via ESC)