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Guest Speaker
Paul Penna | CASI Ottawa Branch Emeritus Chair
and retired from the Aerodynamics Laboratory,
National Research Council
Hosts
Jeff Bird | CASI Ottawa
Omer Majeed | CASI Ottawa
Location
Saravanamuttoo Family Atrium,
Carleton University Engineering Design Centre,
Mackenzie Building (off Library Road),
Carleton University,
Ottawa
Parking
Parking is at P2, P4 or P7 or the parking garage P18/PG
Campus Map
Meeting Details
Flying fixed-wing model aircraft provides a close-in way to observe the effects of aerodynamics, stability and control on an aircraft’s flight performance. Small Lithium-Polymer batteries and highly integrated electronics make it possible to power and control a small Radio Controlled (RC) model aircraft having a propeller driven by an electric motor as small as 6 mm in diameter.
This year our Branch Flyday Meeting will be held at the Saravanamuttoo Family Atrium of Carleton University’s Engineering Design Centre which provides the perfect environment to fly such delicate and slow-flying RC model aircraft. Our speaker will be Paul Penna of Ottawa Branch who will also fly a small RC, fixed-wing model aircraft in the atrium. Since his presentation will be followed by the CMAS Paper Airplane Competition, he will include some guidance on the aerodynamics and stability of paper airplanes. 
Paul Penna presenting at last year’s event
For the Competition, it is expected that many will build some version of the typical “paper dart”. Our speaker will explain the unique aerodynamics upon which such delta wings rely to generate lift. Finally, the effect on stability of both centre of gravity location and trailing-edge reflex camber will be discussed.”
The CMAS Paper Airplane Competition prize categories will be furthest distance, most accuracy, and best design. All materials will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own decorating supplies.
Families and children are welcome!
17h30 - 18h00 | Meet & Greet with light meal
18h00 | Presentation
18h30 | Flying Demonstrations
19h15 | Paper Airplane Contest
Guest Profile
Paul has worked on aerodynamics for aircraft, wind turbines and Mars parachutes.
His current passions include design, building and flying complex and simple model aircraft; powered and gliders.
His flying ranges from the sod fields near Ottawa, to the mountains of Europe. He regularly shares his enthusiasm and deep understanding of aircraft with CASI and CMAS audiences.
Registration Fees
CASI and CMAS Members | Complimentary
Non-Members | $15.00
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