Murocflyer
07-12-2008, 03:00 PM
I thought it would be a good idea if we could list the planes in our hangar so if anyone had specific questions about that plane, or if they are having trouble with theirs, they know who they can ask if need be.
Feel free to tell us about your planes if you wish; what you like and and don't like about it and anything else you'd like to share. Pictures are always a plus. As I locate pictures of my planes, I'll add them.
I'm going to post mine in the order I bought them and will link each plane to a web site when I get the chance.
Frank's Hangar:
1. Hobbico Flyzone Sky Pilot RTF. This was my very first RC plane. Not a good beginner's plane even though my LHS said it was. I'd recommend a trainer to help if getting this plane as your first plane.
2. Multiplex Easy Star RTF. Nice beginner plane. Nice flier. Had lots of fun with it until I put it into a tree 70' up in the air. Took me 5 days to finally get it down.
3. GWS Slow Stick. I had the sp400 version. I actually had a number of Slow sticks as I was learning. Probably 6 or 7 total. Fun plane, easy to fly and very forgiving. Probably too forgiving as it doesn't teach a new pilot certain skills about speed, gliding, and turning. Overall a good beginner's plane though.
4. Stevens Aero SQuiRT. This is probably the most perfect beginner's plane I have ever built and flown. It is a perfect beginner's balsa build and an excellent flier to boot. It's very durable and really teaches a new pilot how to fly an RC airplane. It can be flown in a very small park/field comfortably.
5. Multiplex Easy Star ARF. This was my second EZ*. I used this an AP plane and all around fun plane to fly. Unfortunately, I had a glitch flying at a new field in UT and it didn't survive.
6. Soarwatt. Very nice plane. All stick built. Taught me a lot about building with balsa. Flew OK, but before I could dial her in, she was damaged in my garage and I didn't repair it.
7. The Reaper. This was a self designed and scratchbuilt plane. I think she weighed in at 42 ounces and had a 6' wingspan. It was powered with a sp480. She flew for 3 minutes and 30 seconds before deciding to nose dive into the ground. Took me about 5 weeks to build. This really taught me a lot about building with Balsa.
8. Stevens Aero Stick. This is a great aileron trainer. Very well designed and can use a host of different power plants. If you like the Slow Stick, you will LOVE this plane.
9. SuperFly. Very fun and cool plane. This little foam plane taught me a LOT about stick control. I think if you can fly this thing as WOT on 3 cells without crashing, you can fly just about anything. On 2 cells she's pretty tame. On three she's a banshee. I just recently sold it to a guy out in CA.
10. Mountain Models Switchback Sport. This plane is the ultimate aileron parkflyer. Plane can be flown in very small areas and handles just as good upside down and right side up. I would suggest this as an excellent 2nd or 3rd plane choice or by anyone looking for a wonderful fun flying balsa plane.
11. Push-e-Cat. This has got to THE BEST foam beginner's plane available today. Great flying machine, extremely tough and versatile. Motors are easily swapped on on this pusher and can be flown in pretty small areas. Smaller areas than the EZ*. I still use mine today as an AP/AV plane.
12. LittleBirdz LoLo. This is a great little balsa built plane. Weighs just under 8 ounces but can be flown in 12-15 MPH winds. Yes, it really can. My maiden flight was performed in those conditions. If you are looking for an excellent park flier, try this one out. She handles real well and is great for touch and goes.
13. GWS E-Starter. This plane to me was OK. I really didn't like the cooler style foam as it was quite fragile. Just not my cup of tea.
14. Mountain Models Tyro. This is one awesome trainer. Excellent flying pane and an excellent balsa build. Parts are all LASER cut and it goes together very quickly. Plenty of motor options for this plane. I can easily get 14 minutes of flying time on my 1100 mAh batteries. It has nose wheel steering that is so cool to watch on the ground. This plane is a touch and go pilot's dream.
15. Stevens Aero Lil' SQuiRT. This is the little brother to the SQuiRT 400. It is considered and indoor plane but can be flown outside. I don't have an indoor place to fly (yet) but I couldn't resist this cool little plane. 3.2 ounces AUW.
16. You can't have too many Stevens Aero Planes. Here is my SQuiRT next to the WAA-08 plane.
Feel free to post your hangar.
Thanks,
Frank
Feel free to tell us about your planes if you wish; what you like and and don't like about it and anything else you'd like to share. Pictures are always a plus. As I locate pictures of my planes, I'll add them.
I'm going to post mine in the order I bought them and will link each plane to a web site when I get the chance.
Frank's Hangar:
1. Hobbico Flyzone Sky Pilot RTF. This was my very first RC plane. Not a good beginner's plane even though my LHS said it was. I'd recommend a trainer to help if getting this plane as your first plane.
2. Multiplex Easy Star RTF. Nice beginner plane. Nice flier. Had lots of fun with it until I put it into a tree 70' up in the air. Took me 5 days to finally get it down.
3. GWS Slow Stick. I had the sp400 version. I actually had a number of Slow sticks as I was learning. Probably 6 or 7 total. Fun plane, easy to fly and very forgiving. Probably too forgiving as it doesn't teach a new pilot certain skills about speed, gliding, and turning. Overall a good beginner's plane though.
4. Stevens Aero SQuiRT. This is probably the most perfect beginner's plane I have ever built and flown. It is a perfect beginner's balsa build and an excellent flier to boot. It's very durable and really teaches a new pilot how to fly an RC airplane. It can be flown in a very small park/field comfortably.
5. Multiplex Easy Star ARF. This was my second EZ*. I used this an AP plane and all around fun plane to fly. Unfortunately, I had a glitch flying at a new field in UT and it didn't survive.
6. Soarwatt. Very nice plane. All stick built. Taught me a lot about building with balsa. Flew OK, but before I could dial her in, she was damaged in my garage and I didn't repair it.
7. The Reaper. This was a self designed and scratchbuilt plane. I think she weighed in at 42 ounces and had a 6' wingspan. It was powered with a sp480. She flew for 3 minutes and 30 seconds before deciding to nose dive into the ground. Took me about 5 weeks to build. This really taught me a lot about building with Balsa.
8. Stevens Aero Stick. This is a great aileron trainer. Very well designed and can use a host of different power plants. If you like the Slow Stick, you will LOVE this plane.
9. SuperFly. Very fun and cool plane. This little foam plane taught me a LOT about stick control. I think if you can fly this thing as WOT on 3 cells without crashing, you can fly just about anything. On 2 cells she's pretty tame. On three she's a banshee. I just recently sold it to a guy out in CA.
10. Mountain Models Switchback Sport. This plane is the ultimate aileron parkflyer. Plane can be flown in very small areas and handles just as good upside down and right side up. I would suggest this as an excellent 2nd or 3rd plane choice or by anyone looking for a wonderful fun flying balsa plane.
11. Push-e-Cat. This has got to THE BEST foam beginner's plane available today. Great flying machine, extremely tough and versatile. Motors are easily swapped on on this pusher and can be flown in pretty small areas. Smaller areas than the EZ*. I still use mine today as an AP/AV plane.
12. LittleBirdz LoLo. This is a great little balsa built plane. Weighs just under 8 ounces but can be flown in 12-15 MPH winds. Yes, it really can. My maiden flight was performed in those conditions. If you are looking for an excellent park flier, try this one out. She handles real well and is great for touch and goes.
13. GWS E-Starter. This plane to me was OK. I really didn't like the cooler style foam as it was quite fragile. Just not my cup of tea.
14. Mountain Models Tyro. This is one awesome trainer. Excellent flying pane and an excellent balsa build. Parts are all LASER cut and it goes together very quickly. Plenty of motor options for this plane. I can easily get 14 minutes of flying time on my 1100 mAh batteries. It has nose wheel steering that is so cool to watch on the ground. This plane is a touch and go pilot's dream.
15. Stevens Aero Lil' SQuiRT. This is the little brother to the SQuiRT 400. It is considered and indoor plane but can be flown outside. I don't have an indoor place to fly (yet) but I couldn't resist this cool little plane. 3.2 ounces AUW.
16. You can't have too many Stevens Aero Planes. Here is my SQuiRT next to the WAA-08 plane.
Feel free to post your hangar.
Thanks,
Frank