the models appear more "scale". Of course some will not be satisfied with a slower flight characteristic, but will want to speed demon about, as if the objective was to tear the wings off. They are also the type that like to "helicopter" about as if this shows they have a higher pilot skill than the rest of us. I don't see the skill or the fun in flying out of scale appearance, but that is just my style. Your mileage may vary. I prefer longer than normally possible flight times per battery.
.. and the RC model gently begins to loose altitude if you watch closely and long enough. A tad past half throttle and you notice a gentle climb. A bit more throttle and you gain altitude with little effort, but it also means the model has been constructed "evenly" and has been balanced and trimmed near perfect. At full throttle the RC model flies near the scale speed, but may still be manageable for the average pilot. That is what a perfect motor match would be like and makes flying ...
As to the flying speed of the small planes, we also have the option to fly slow instead of speeding around. I tend to fly slow to preserve battery power for as long as possible and I noticed many of the RC sites speak of this as trottle control, or management. An interesting way to say flying as slow as is practical for the RC model so you can fly longer. The other option I like to use is motor matching so the plane flies well without gaining altitude at half throttle. A tad less throttle ..
You are correct to notice the paint schemes on the WW2 warbirds are difficult to see at distance, but that was the intent for the full sized planes. We have the choice to contend with the visibility issue, or brighten up the surface as was done during the war and since. A common option is to paint the noise and tail a bright color like yellow, red, blue, and other options. There are some very interesting color schemes after the war also.
yes, there is micro RC gear for the tiny planes, even smaller than what you have, but ... I decided to go with the Cox/Gravity kits instead since I think the size is just about right for a cross between indoor and backyard, or park flyers.
@Tsavah good choice on the cox. I just finished up the P-47from gravity hobby- flies real good and fast. will post some vids later. Problem I have with it is size and color schema...it's so small and fast, it gets out of sight fast and with it's dark color schema, it's almost impossible to see. orientation becomes a problem too... good luck on yours.
Cool what was the web site again not all of us have read all the other you tubers questions and know where you got them thanks for sharing gave ya a 5 for the planes and the video too Joseph T (fly2000jtb)
Don't get these by AG industries. wings are too flimsy and I could never got it fly well. Instead look at Cox warbirds. Look at gravityhobby. Look for the site in the descrition...Youtube won't allow me to post here. they are really nice- most are about 18" wingspan...perfect for flying at local park. I'm getting one soon and getting the 10gm brushless from hobbycity to power it...
youtube won't allow me to post links here. just Google for AG industries spitfire. Unfortunately, it does do too well as an RC, since the wings are too flimsy, but if you want to mount it for looks, it's great and you can't beat it for under $9.
Those look nice. I just ordered the AG Industries Giant Skyryders Albatross Sailplane today. Its a little bigger than the ones you ordered though. I plan to make it an RC plane also. I have a small setup with lipo power and double pusher motors.
I wanted the size you got but they were out of them.
the models appear more "scale". Of course some will not be satisfied with a slower flight characteristic, but will want to speed demon about, as if the objective was to tear the wings off. They are also the type that like to "helicopter" about as if this shows they have a higher pilot skill than the rest of us. I don't see the skill or the fun in flying out of scale appearance, but that is just my style. Your mileage may vary. I prefer longer than normally possible flight times per battery.
Tsavah 1 year ago
.. and the RC model gently begins to loose altitude if you watch closely and long enough. A tad past half throttle and you notice a gentle climb. A bit more throttle and you gain altitude with little effort, but it also means the model has been constructed "evenly" and has been balanced and trimmed near perfect. At full throttle the RC model flies near the scale speed, but may still be manageable for the average pilot. That is what a perfect motor match would be like and makes flying ...
Tsavah 1 year ago
As to the flying speed of the small planes, we also have the option to fly slow instead of speeding around. I tend to fly slow to preserve battery power for as long as possible and I noticed many of the RC sites speak of this as trottle control, or management. An interesting way to say flying as slow as is practical for the RC model so you can fly longer. The other option I like to use is motor matching so the plane flies well without gaining altitude at half throttle. A tad less throttle ..
Tsavah 1 year ago
You are correct to notice the paint schemes on the WW2 warbirds are difficult to see at distance, but that was the intent for the full sized planes. We have the choice to contend with the visibility issue, or brighten up the surface as was done during the war and since. A common option is to paint the noise and tail a bright color like yellow, red, blue, and other options. There are some very interesting color schemes after the war also.
Tsavah 1 year ago
yes, there is micro RC gear for the tiny planes, even smaller than what you have, but ... I decided to go with the Cox/Gravity kits instead since I think the size is just about right for a cross between indoor and backyard, or park flyers.
Tsavah 1 year ago
@Tsavah good choice on the cox. I just finished up the P-47from gravity hobby- flies real good and fast. will post some vids later. Problem I have with it is size and color schema...it's so small and fast, it gets out of sight fast and with it's dark color schema, it's almost impossible to see. orientation becomes a problem too... good luck on yours.
rcAllDayLong 1 year ago
why dont you fly these sons of bitches
lin350gg 1 year ago
fake and gay
DeathOnToast5 1 year ago
WIN
mybluebelly 1 year ago
Cool what was the web site again not all of us have read all the other you tubers questions and know where you got them thanks for sharing gave ya a 5 for the planes and the video too Joseph T (fly2000jtb)
fly2000jtb 2 years ago
Joeseph,
Don't get these by AG industries. wings are too flimsy and I could never got it fly well. Instead look at Cox warbirds. Look at gravityhobby. Look for the site in the descrition...Youtube won't allow me to post here. they are really nice- most are about 18" wingspan...perfect for flying at local park. I'm getting one soon and getting the 10gm brushless from hobbycity to power it...
rcAllDayLong 2 years ago
do you have to have parts for it wat is the web
armyhabbo24 2 years ago
if you fly it default with the rubber band powered system then no parts are necessary, but if you want to RC it, then yes you would need the parts.
rcAllDayLong 2 years ago
what is thw web i may buy one there pretty how do they fly
armyhabbo24 2 years ago
youtube won't allow me to post links here. just Google for AG industries spitfire. Unfortunately, it does do too well as an RC, since the wings are too flimsy, but if you want to mount it for looks, it's great and you can't beat it for under $9.
rcAllDayLong 2 years ago
one thing to keep in mind on these guys is that the wings are very flimsy- paper backing. But for the price I was willing to give them a try
rcAllDayLong 2 years ago
Those look nice. I just ordered the AG Industries Giant Skyryders Albatross Sailplane today. Its a little bigger than the ones you ordered though. I plan to make it an RC plane also. I have a small setup with lipo power and double pusher motors.
I wanted the size you got but they were out of them.
jp00000420 2 years ago