Lake Sawyer Hawks RC Glossary

RC terms, acronyms, and club references explained.

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Washout

An intentional twist in the wing, causing the wing tips to have a lower angle of attack than the wing root. In other words, the trailing edge is higher than the leading edge at the...

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Weathervane

An aircraft's natural tendency to turn into the wind.

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Wheel Collar

A small, round retaining device used to keep wheels from sliding off an axle.

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Wi-Fi

Wireless technology that allows devices to exchange data.

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Wind Sock

A tubular flag-like device that shows the direction of wind movement. Wind speed may also be approximated by the angle at which the sock hangs. Used by pilots to aid with takeoff,...

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Wing Chord

The distance measured horizontally between the wing's LE and TE.

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Wing Loading

This is the amount of weight per square foot that has to be overcome to provide lift. It is normally expressed in ounces per square foot. This specification can be easily calculate...

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Wing Root

The centerline of the wing, where the left and right wing panels are joined.

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Wireless Trainer

Allows wireless buddy box training using two transmitters (instructor and student) typically used to make training easier and safer.

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