First Solo - rc flight simulator to delta wing over tradtional trainer

Finally got the nerve to fly a r/c myself. Scratch built a easy delta foamy. Flew RealFlight G3.5 flight simulator long enough and took to the air. Didn't feel the need to start with the rudder, elevator, throttle high wing trainer. This delta "trainer" uses elevons only.

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[zhotdune]

Good! man...that's the way to start rc. Me too, i'm self taught flyer. Probably too

proud or too embarrass to join a bunch of flyer a couple of miles away. I'm started practice with e-sky tx and FMS about 19 bucks, then built my first foamie jet, Dekan F-22 plan and fly away (also cheap stuff to started with). Like you I'm started with elevons!. Now I already built 4 or 5 foamie plane with complete control. Rudder, aileron & elevator. For me no problem there, i'll think

so do you!

[vsci79]

@zhotdune

Thanks for the comment. I just like building my own stuff. Plus as you noted it's just so cheap not to at least try.

[ChachinRC]

Congratulations vsci!! Man from scratch built to flying, you have surely earned your wings :). Glad I was able to witness it. Can't wait to see your future projects.

[vsci79]

@ChachinRC

Thanks man! Definitely happy with the result.

[TheOttolikesrccars]

wow , how much was it ?

[vsci79]

@TheOttolikesrccars

Just a few bucks for the foam and the cost of a GWS gearbox, glue and tape. I would guess no more than $15 total. Motor, servos, battery & electronics are borrowed from a old fixed pitch micro heli that was out of commission.

[MaddogTyler]

Great, good to see it can be done, hope you have had good success with the plane. Did you fix the CG? How long did you fly the simulator before trying the real thing?

[MultiSavedbyHisgrace]

You did an excellent job, especially considering it's your first build and solo flight.! I'm building a 36" Delta with Home Depot Pink foam. Just have to get the elevon mixing and I'm ready to go.

[RcTranMD]

Lol it got some junk in the trunk (tail heavy)

[vsci79]

@SCAREMONGERe

Thanks!