Rod Smith

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1926 –

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Who is Rod Smith?

Rod Smith was a pioneer in radio-controlled model aviation. He began in the 1950s, building his own radio systems and flying them in Frank Zaic Thermic 100 or similar tow-line gliders. He was the father of Mark Smith who designed the “Windfree” Radio Controlled Sailplane, one of the most successful R/C kits in the history of the hobby.

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Born
1926

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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