The Godfather Speaks. Right here on FG.

[Wojcigitty]

Quique, you are credited with inventing 3D aerobatics. With any new type of flying, especially something as different as 3D, there is a certain amount of resistance/questioning at its introduction. I remember someone at my flying field complaining "real planes don't fly like that!" when I was torque rolling my model back before 3D became really mainstream. It seemed to some to be "silly."

Did you have any reservations about 3D when you started flying it, any questions as to whether or not it would catch on?

Secondly, 3D has become very mainstream now, it's no longer limited to only a handful of pilots. The same could be said for giant scale aerobatics. Do you have any idea what the next "big thing" might be?

Thanks for all you've done for the hobby. You're truly a visionary, and I especially like what you said about foamies bringing RC to a completely new audience. I agree completely!

[rcprecision]

Dear Quique,

Congratulations on becoming World Champion.

You have been an inspiration to me over the years watching and judging your flying at the US Nationals. I would greatly appreciate your opinion and input on a couple of topics regarding Pattern/F3A.

1. You have competed at the highest level in F3A over the years with both glo and e-power, given the current maneuver trends and available aircraft design do you see an advantage of glo vs. electric?
2. The last 2 seasons I have been using APC 4-blade props on my DZ-160 powered pattern aircraft, and have recently upgraded to the 170. I noticed at the NATS the 4 blade on your aircraft was a modified APC. I assume you used a similar prop at the WC's. What was the original size and what modifications did you make? What was the value-added benefit of the modifications?
3. What should one work on who aspires to move from AMA Masters pattern class to FAI and be competitive at the US Nationals?

Thanks in advance...

[!Spike!]

Quique,

Congratulations on your great win.

I began competing seriously in IMAC this year and was fortunate enough to make it to the Tucson Shootout and I can say without a doubt that I am hooked on precisions competition.

My question is this:

I went in to the Shootout feeling well prepared and I truley believed I would put up my best rounds as I had addressed all the rough areas in my flying and tuned them to be flying the best I had ever flown. Well I had no idea what a massive event Tucson was and I have to admit I did not put up my best rounds and I did not feel as concentrated as I could have been. How did you, or do you deal with the "Nerves" involved in a big contest. What do yo do to stay focused?

Second,
One day as I move up, my goal is to be able to compete in the Freestyle event. How do you go about putting your Freestyle routine together.

Regards,

Mike Root

[snap a saurus]

First congratulation to QQ for winning the world championship, you are way ahead of your time, congratulation to team USA as well.
One simple question, everyone knows you invented 3D, what was the reason you started flying 3D, how did it come to you and how did you know it could be done?
Thanks
Elie

[mxcop]

Quique,
What are the chances of QQ Aircraft releasing a good, competitive pattern airplane?

Thanks,
Lee

[Quique]

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Yak is a very special airplane for me. TOC 2002 was the debute of the Yak54 as R/C version in high level competition. When my dear friend Wayne Ulery built for me those 2 beatiful Yaks we did not have clue by then how popular that airplane would be. My Yak design produced by 3W and the one we (QQ aircraft)offer are both good designs. The one we produce (Yak 54 120") cost much less and is the latest design with all the upgrade after 5 years of experience flying my 150cc Yaks.
Take care and good luck. Quique
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	Quote: Originally Posted by Boogie
	How do you design your new planes like the Brio, Euphoria? What do you start with? Basic proportions or just sketch something that looks about right and then adjust it to your needs. When flying a new design it sometimes pitches and rolls. If you would make a second version what would you do to tweak this out and when, for eg. if it pitches to the belly what would you change? Congrats for your passion! Keep up! You were the one that started Yak 54 obsession and my biggest dream is to get the 3W or your Yak!

[Quique]

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	Quote: Originally Posted by cougeruk
	well done from all your freinds in england colin aka cougeruk

[Quique]

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Talking about wind.....we have plenty in Santa Fe!. I think fly in the wind is good and make you a better pilot. Hard to say what wind speed should stop flying. Rules: FAI is 43 km/h I believe giant scale airplane most tournament is 20 knots. For your own decision when to stop? That depends mainly on safety and how you feel about it. The main thing with the wind is landing. If the airplane does not want to stay in the ground and wants to keep flying after you land I will say that is time to stop :-)
Take care and say hi to my dear Argentinein modellers! Quique
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	Quote: Originally Posted by boex
	Congratulations to you Quique and the US team for a wonderful performance. I live in Miramar, Argentina which is located next to the ocean. It is pretty windy year round. My question is, what is the maximum wind that is acceptable for practicing either F3A, IMAC or your invention 3D . Thank you so much.

[Quique]

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	Quote: Originally Posted by Carlos Vargas
	muchisimas gracias quique por ser la inspiracion de muchisima gente que estamos en este hobby, eres un digno representante de latinoamerica y siempre seras recordado como lo que eres, un campeon, saludos desde mexico

[Quique]

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I do not know about 44% Python. For now let's fly the 100 that has been just release!. Take care see you soon. Quique
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	Quote: Originally Posted by twostroke
	Hey Quique, Any chance you will every release the 44% Python as a production model? Can't wait to see the 100 cc fly in person! It sounds like it's awesome! Thanks for also being a true role model in not only believing in certain morals, standards, and values but living every day of your life as such! Hats off to you for being a fine gentleman, on and off the field! Wayne and Reza, you are awesome folks as well. Thanks for all the behind the scenes support! QQ Aircraft Company is the best! Regards, Tom

[Quique]

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Take care. Quique
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	Quote: Originally Posted by leo3d
	Hi Quique, it was an honor to meet you at Santa Fe, it was the first time in my life that see you fly live. Before that I`ve only saw you in videos My question is: What is the better way to set up or test my CG on an Pattern aircraft. Leo3D www.ExtremeAerobatics.com.ar

[Dave_ORCC]

Quique,

Allow me, first of all, to echo the comments from everyone here. Congrats on your win this year at the world's and throughout your career. An accomplishment envied and admired by many.

Interesting that in an earlier post, you credit Ivan Kristensen. I've had the good fortune to fly with Ivan and he truly is a gentleman and a great ambassador to our hobby.

A little story that I'd like to share with you and, I guess, the rest of the FG community. A bit embarrassing but, what the heck.

Last year, I had the pleasure of meeting you at TAS. While on the plane, on the way to TAS, my friend Scot asked me who I was most looking forward to meeting. My immediate response, after Max and Biff of course , was you. So, we arrive at the field and we're walking towards the spectator area and Scot says, "Hey, isn't that Quique, right there?" You were chatting and having your picture taken with another fan and as he left, Scot called out asking if we could come and say hello and have our picture taken with you. To be honest I was a little overwhelmed and as a result, I wandered a little close to the horiz. stab of your plane. The first words you spoke to me were, "be careful of the aeroplane" and I looked down to see my leg, inches away from your plane. Typically, I'm very conscious of the aircraft that I'm wandering around. Be it a .40 sized trainer, or a 40%'er. We chatted for a few minutes and the only thing I could think of was what an idiot I'd been. One of those times where, afterwards I thought of all the things I wished I'd said, or asked you. Needless to say, I hope to have an opportunity to meet you again and have the presence of mind to not step on your plane and have a more candid conversation.

OK........... now to my questions. I hope you don't mind but, I have 3

1: This past year I started competing in IMAC. I had a run of bad luck/dumb thumbs and broke two airplanes which left me without a plane to fly in the Nationals up here in Canada. So, if you experience some bad luck, how do YOU maintain focus and motivation to keep at it? I don't know if you've ever experienced that kind of bad luck but, if you have, I'm sure it was a while ago.

2: Would you come to the contest I'm hosting at my home field this upcoming May? I'd cover your entrance fee

3: Will you forgive me for almost stepping on your plane?

Cheers,
Dave

ps: here's the pic that was taken then.
ps2: my apologies to the FG community for rambling

[HUNTERNFLA]

CONGRATS !!TO QQ FROM FISHER FUEL PRODUCTS HOPE TO SEE YA IN FLA THIS COMING YEAR

[OnTheEdge]

Quique, first off, congratulations to you on this monumental accomplishment!

Since my question was asked earlier above, I'll just ask you this:

Were you the one that convinced Jason to shave that "thing" off his chin?

Take care,

.........Mark

[GremlinX]

First of all, I am proud to have you as a fellow American and also a great representative of the US team. You are an amazing pilot and a very well respected family man. I also admire you for making wonderful aircraft that I own some of. QuiQue, thank you for coming to the Flying Giants and answering questions. You are seriously awesome sir. Please have a merry Christmas and a happy new year..... Keith

PS- I know it is not a pattern question, but I am buying your 100cc Yak. Why do you mount the wing so much lower than others with Yaks? Is this a secret or can you tell me? Beautiful paint schemes on the Yaks by the way!!!!