Two examples of the flying model version of the Bleriot Canard XXV.
Here is a gas powered free flight canard biplane that is very simple to build. Designed by Randy Wrisely and powered by a Cox 049.
Inspired by vintage models, the wings are a simple stick construction frame, no aerofoil section. The original was covered with tissue, but you could also use Monokote or Solarfilm.
Today I suppose you could use foam board and an electric motor with some kind of timer to limit the flight duration.
From Model Builder March 1978 25in span.
Download plans and articles for Bleriot Canard
Download the article and plans for the gas powered free flight canard biplane.
I am working on a collection of weird and wonderful model aircraft that you can build and fly. Some of them are as ugly as sin, so ugly only a (creator) could love them. Others are as cute as a button. You decide.