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Welcome to Slope VTPR Aerobatics
Introduction...
VTPR invented in France consists of flying radio controlled sailplane aerobatics very
close to the ground, without inertia, and with extreme agility. The models are purpose
designed and built very light yet very maneuverable. This type of airframe allows the
pilot the creative opportunity to explore current and new maneuvers that sometimes
seem to defy normal RC flight. VTPR flying style is becoming more and more exciting
around the world. Still an infant sport in the US we are currently noticing a growth spurt
as this unique flying style is adopted from our European counterparts. Thanks to
French and other European pilots sharing video of VTPR sequences on various online
forums, North Americans are now climbing aboard.
You will find on this website many shapes and sizes of model aircraft specifically made
for this exciting flying style. Conventional aerobatics consisting of rolls, loops, stall turns
and inverted flight offer the pilot a very enjoyable experience increasing one’s skills.
VTPR though is suited for those who wish to venture into the extreme “on the edge”
flying experience to the pilots and models full capabilities. All in all, VTPR aerobatics
offers the pilot a canvas to explore the ultimate adrenalin rush in a dangerous yet slow,
smooth and majestic style of flight.
Here is a VIDEO of what can be performed with 2.5m VTPR planes. Enjoy the show!
For more in depth VTPR Aerobatic information click here.
The quest for model improvement in VTPR also motivates experimentation with new
and modified airframes, gear set-ups and the further study of model engineering that
advances understanding and ultimately improved and exciting models.
We hope you enjoy this place and are excited as we are presenting VTPR to you. As
the sport continues to grow, we will continue to keep you up to date with new models
and information as it surfaces, so continue to visit often. SVTPRA welcomes New
Model submissions, photo and video contributions to the website with full credits.
Please feel free to contact us and we will review and post your VTPR material.
Good Lift...E
Introduction...
VTPR invented in France consists of flying radio controlled sailplane aerobatics very
close to the ground, without inertia, and with extreme agility. The models are purpose
designed and built very light yet very maneuverable. This type of airframe allows the
pilot the creative opportunity to explore current and new maneuvers that sometimes
seem to defy normal RC flight. VTPR flying style is becoming more and more exciting
around the world. Still an infant sport in the US we are currently noticing a growth spurt
as this unique flying style is adopted from our European counterparts. Thanks to
French and other European pilots sharing video of VTPR sequences on various online
forums, North Americans are now climbing aboard.
You will find on this website many shapes and sizes of model aircraft specifically made
for this exciting flying style. Conventional aerobatics consisting of rolls, loops, stall turns
and inverted flight offer the pilot a very enjoyable experience increasing one’s skills.
VTPR though is suited for those who wish to venture into the extreme “on the edge”
flying experience to the pilots and models full capabilities. All in all, VTPR aerobatics
offers the pilot a canvas to explore the ultimate adrenalin rush in a dangerous yet slow,
smooth and majestic style of flight.
Here is a VIDEO of what can be performed with 2.5m VTPR planes. Enjoy the show!
For more in depth VTPR Aerobatic information click here.
The quest for model improvement in VTPR also motivates experimentation with new
and modified airframes, gear set-ups and the further study of model engineering that
advances understanding and ultimately improved and exciting models.
We hope you enjoy this place and are excited as we are presenting VTPR to you. As
the sport continues to grow, we will continue to keep you up to date with new models
and information as it surfaces, so continue to visit often. SVTPRA welcomes New
Model submissions, photo and video contributions to the website with full credits.
Please feel free to contact us and we will review and post your VTPR material.
Good Lift...E
| updated: 01 January, 2012 |
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| VTPR (voltige très près du relief) "aerobatics very close to the terrain" style slope soaring |
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| UPDATE, 8 April, 2011: - LQQK at our SONIC 2.5m build - Its DONE! Listed in BUILDS section |
| UPDATE, 15 June, 2011: - American VTPR Meeting #1, TEMPLE HILL, CA. See EVENTS section |
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| UPDATE, 22 May 2011: - GRYPHON Freestyle Aerobatic Video Contest See EVENTS section |
| UPDATE, 10 November, 2011: - American VTPR Meeting #2, April 2012, SoCal. Date and Location to be announced here |
| UPDATE, 22 June, 2011: - NEW American VTPR movement underway posted here |
| 9 July, 2011 marks the day a new effort in American VTPR history. A core group of flyers got serious and decided to put on the countries first ever VTPR specific aerobatic meeting. Its an exciting and innovative time for the sport and modeling in America that seems to have no limits and large doses of fun! This first meeting delivered an awareness VTPR in America is alive. Upon the launching of this website in 2010 its owner had in mind of someday contributing to making this a reality but thats when the groundwork began. I can now say with confidence this first meeting has met its goals sparking new and real interest among slope soaring circles. The meeting sites are selected from a list of top rated soaring locations from central to southern California and the mountains of northern Arizona. This is called the VTPR triangle. Good slopes that are often seen in Europe and France are non existent in the southwest American landscape consequently creating a different presentation of VTPR. Its whats termed as Americanized VTPR. Further discussion on this topic is listed can be accessed here. Follow along as this new movement grows in popularity. The links below are videos of meeting #1. Meeting Presentation : Performance 1 : Performance 2 Performance 3 : Performance 4 : Performance 5 : Fun Fly |
| American VTPR, Read below... |
