Derek Piggott died recently at 96. he was a master pilot and model flier. You may not have heard of him, but he was one who inspired me in model flying.
A read through of his obituary will give an idea of his accomplishments and how much he contributed to aviation.
http://www.hippocketaeronautics.com/hpa ... #msg237051
He was a true pioneer.
Derek Piggott Master flier of Models and Full size
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Re: Derek Piggott Master flier of Models and Full size
A true pioneer indeed. What a master aviator he was, right into his nineties! Amazing.
Thanks for posting, John.
Vic
Thanks for posting, John.
Vic