Polikarpov i-16 at Duxford

[richard james]

Does anyone have any information about the Polikarpov i-16 seen in the photos from the Duxford event last weekend.

That plane has been on my 'must do next' list for ages and that looks a stunning example of a rarely built large model!

Richard James 2824

[tony hooper]

Richard

This excellent model is owned by John Saunders who lives in Epsom. He brings it to Duxford every year for me to fly (lucky me) and it flies really well.

When he first asked me a few years ago I was a little reluctant as it appeard to look a "little tricky". All that was totally unjustified as it flew "straight off the board" with no vices at all.
John is a very approachable person and if you let me have your telephone number I will pass it on to him so that he can get in touch with you and give you more information about the model.

Tony Hooper