X-15 Tribute!

This is a WORK IN PROGRESS  - check back for updates as I will be fleshing out the instructions unique to each size model.  I wanted to publish this on June 8th in tribute to this amazing machine.  More details and models are coming. (stay tuned)

The X-15

The North American X-15 is a hypersonic rocket-powered aircraft. It was operated by the United States Air Force and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration as part of the X-plane series of experimental aircraft.

The first X-15 flight was an unpowered glide flight by Scott Crossfield, on 8 June 1959. Crossfield also piloted the first powered flight on 17 September 1959, and his first flight with the XLR-99 rocket engine on 15 November 1960. Twelve test pilots flew the X-15.

The first X-15 to fly at LDRS 40!  And if you think PINK is a funny color for an X-15….I'll wait right here while you google it. 

Notes:

• This series of ‘Tribute’ models are based off Mech-G's X-15 model found on Thingiverse. He graciously gave me the STEP file and so I share the latest modified one for each scale of X-15 listed.
• Each model is designed to slide onto a body tube to give the model greater structural integrity. 
• Because 3d printers can have a minor scale variation between them, each model size has a print test ring to see if you need to adjust the scale of the model for your printer.  The ring should easily slide onto the tube you plan to use.
• Because I couldn't find a 38mm lightweight paper tube for the 38mm I sized it to fit a phenolic 38mm tube. 
• As I develop RockSim files for the model, I'll add them.  

• 18 mm (BT-20)
• 24 mm (BT-50)
• 29 mm (BT-55)
• 38 mm (phenolic motor tube)
  • currently unprinted
• 66 mm (BT-80)
  • Optional Cockpit for 3.75" Action figures. 
  • Featherweight Raven Avionics 
  • Detachable fin extension
  • Forward Landing Gear and Rear skids