Well, you *do* have to be a might faster than the prop. I think that's why
they invented the chicken-stick and the electric starter.

Props can be substantially more of a problem when hand-propping the old
classics, like the Aeronca Champ I had (from '91 until earlier this year).

Still, there is a certain satisfaction one gets when flinging the wood
results in a puff of smoke, a cough or two, and then a smooth running
engine. More manly than simply twisting a key to start.

bumper
"Jack" wrote in message
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Glider only... Oh, and I fly R/C... again, glider only. I built a model
with a prop when I was 12 or 13. First flight, I picked the end of my
thumb up off the ground and taped it back on. Doctor later washed it
good and taped it back on again. It's still there, but a constant
reminder that "I don't need no stinking propellers..." But then again,
they do come in handy on the tow plane... Yep, I've got my smart @$$
hat on again, but I wear it so well...

Jack Womack