Sportsman: David Ellis

Aircraft: Carden Pro Composite 
Radio: JR T44 
Engine: DA-200
Servos: JR8911BL LS
Sponsors: ​my 401k

BIO: 68 year old retired Mechanical Engineer. Self-taught to fly RC at age 14 with a Marks' Models Windward - a 6-foot wingspan glider, which I slope-soared in the Whittier hills (as well as from a hi-start at a local school).

I stopped flying in my 30's as life got in the way. Took it up again about 10 years ago. I became interested in IMAC watching Steve Nelson flying at my home field. I liked that he said that even if you don't compete, that practicing IMAC would make me a better pilot.

I started practicing and competed in Basic in 2022, with a 95" EF electric.

Accomplishments
Southwestern Regional Champion, Basic, 2022

Moved up to Sportsman for 2023.

I've had a few podiums, in 2023 & 2024, but no 1st place yet.

I've managed to stay married, even after spending crazy amounts of time & money on this awesome sport!