Written by Earl Mullins
Sound guidance from an acoustical consultant.
Featured in Model Aviation March 2013.
Noise is one of the major issues threatening RC airfields and many other recreational activities. What you consider to be a pleasant sound from a glow engine at 17,000 rpm can be an unbearable racket for the neighbors who do not share your passion for RC flight. Part of the definition of noise is, “sound that is unwanted or undesired.”
The sound factor draws many into RC aircraft flying—a big part of the fun is the engine noise. Some hobbyists avoid electric…