Whats the best Park Flyer?

[Whipsmack]

I'm looking for something to learn on. Something thats very easy to setup like a RTF. And how long I can fly is very important too. How long will the batteries last before going dead.

I'd really like a small gas powered park flyer, but I guess they don't exist. I'm thinking of just getting one of those cheap $60 planes that come with everything.

[Dave Robelen]

Hi Whipsmack,
A Firebird type model is a good comprimise when you want a trainer type park flyer that is tough and easy to learn with. You are correct in assuming that gas engines and park flying do not go together.
Regards, Dave

[flyinhigh]

Hey there Whippersmacker
And welcome to the board.with the firebirdxl I was getting about 12-15 minutes off and with the Tigermoths I was getting 3-4minuteswith a heavy setup,and 5-6 with a moderatly light setup same with my second one.I was using 150mah packs and have yet to try the 270amh packs in it but have heard around 7-10 minutes with them.
I know everybody likes gas and I do too,but quiet flight is much more enjoyable for me.Plus the gas models still have to be maintained and refueled too,engines kept in tune.and not too mention all the other stuff you will have to buy for one just to start it,the fuel is about 20 dollars a gallon...
There are pros and cons in both worlds but if your going to fly your plane in public places or even near houses you might want to go for electric.
thuner tiger has a plane that is gas but it is a bigger model and you would want to have a much more open space for it.the Sig rascal can use engine and comes in the ARF form and kit form. Get a couple battery packs take care of them and you will not mind having to charge them...
Happy Plane Shopping
MIKE;)

[Wings]

I second the Firebird XL. It's a great model for giving the hobby the "try before you buy" routine. They sell for around $110-$120 these days I think. You can expect flight times to be around the 15-min. mark regularly.

You might also give a look at the Hobbico Sky Zap. It sells for about the same price, will also fly for about 15-min., and is very, very tough. It's a dual-motor pusher model that uses thrust vector control. In other words, the speed of each motor is varied to control altitude and steering.

The Tiger Moth is by far the best trainer mentioned thus far, since it uses conventional flight control methods (rudder, elevator, throttle). Getting started with it will cost you more money (the difference varies with the quality of the gear), but it's well worth the investment. Construction time is short.

Good luck!

Wings

[Buddly6]

10-15 Minute flights are routine on my GWS pico cub, and although it isnt completly RTF It is very easy to build and makes a great trainer!

Paul

[Fwilly]

http://www.micro-flite.com/page10.html
doesn't look like a trainer but you could just get the engine and put it on something else. would probably make a lite stik go straight up and keep going:D

I saw a 3 channnel plane that looked kind of like a firebird for about $130 but I can't remeber where I saw it

[2NG]

Killer bee is too fast for a newbie. Fun though:) very,very fun to fly:)

[all_fly_all_day]

Fwilly. I am pretty sure i know the plane you are talking about. It is called the T-Hawk. Its located at www.toytx.com. It can loop and handle strong winds but the third channel is a RIP OFF. its just an on/off function for the motor controlled by a switch on the transmitter. Kinda lame.:rolleyes: