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  1. Mr Man

    I need ideas... (for a new plane)

    I'm trying to build a new airplane from old electronics, but not sure which one to choose any help would be great! Electronics: 2210 1450kv motor from a convergence, a 50a esc, four 9g servos, and of course a dsmx receiver.
  2. O

    Help! I need some advice please.

    New RC planes hobbyist here, I bought a few old planes off marketplace for cheap. a Hobbyzone Mini super cub, and a Hobbyzone Super cub. The mini flies great, and so did the bigger one, until the throttle randomly stopped working. I'm assuming it is the esc (tested the motor and battery), which...
  3. N

    What prop should i use?

    Hey guys, i made a simple glider that has a 1200mm wing span, 840mm length and weighs in around at 800-900 grams with all the electronics including the battery. the shape and design is a mix of the FT explorer and FT simple storch. I currently have a 40a ESC and a 2212 2200kv motor and do not...
  4. S

    HELP MY CHARGER ISNT WORKING

    Hey all. So I got this charger recently and it’s been showing this screen since I have ever tuned it on. What dose this mRNA and how can I fix it thanks. Btw it’s a Lipro charger b6 just took it the cover.
  5. S

    Need Help for NASA Unmanned Aircraft Project

    Hello Flite Test Forum, my name is Amit and me and my dad are amateur RC aircraft enthusiasts who are very big fans of FliteTest. I am highschool student in the central Ohio area. I am very passionate about drones and unmanned aircraft systems. This year I have organized a research project at my...
  6. Mandown

    CAD help

    I am interested in anyone who is familiar with CAD that could create a couple stl files that could benefit the entire community. I am building a project that requires connecting carbon arrow shafts together to create a frame type cage for an RC air boat. I need a few 90° fittings and a few "T"...
  7. J

    T Frame Pentacopter

    Hi everyone, I am currently working on a capstone project and we are trying to do a copter design with 4 Motors in the front and one motor in the rear. We are using Pixhawk as our flight controller and in Ardupilot we have set the copter up as a "Y tricopter" with the front four motors...
  8. Z

    Bind issue qx7 R-XSR

    Hello all, I’m new to the flight community, and started my first build with an fpv 5inch quad. I have been struggling to bind my transmitter and receiver and would love another set of eyes on what I’m doing. I have the taranis qx7 access transmitter, a speedybee f405 fc, and the frsky R-XSR. I...
  9. T

    Help! Need expert input into ideas for upcoming design comp

    Hi, apologies if this is in the wrong section, but I'm hoping to source some input and suggestions on my ideas for an upcoming indoor flying challenge in my uni class. The challenge is to build a foamie that can fly within the constraints of an indoor basketball court, with a takeoff then a...
  10. Z

    plans size

    i want to use the plans to cut my own planes but i want to use the big ft plans and not the tiled version what are the demensions for the plans so i know how big the foamboard has to be that im gona have to buy
  11. L

    Help! Scaling the flite test pizza box plane

    Hi there is there a way to scale the pizza box plane? I just found 2 scaled versions (from the site from the build video) + has someone experience with the mini corsair buid out of cardboard?
  12. D

    Help! Can You Use EDFs for the Master Series A-10?

    Hi, I am a relatively new flyer and builder, and I'm looking to build the A-10 Master Series (already built a Master Series Corsair). I bought the A-10 kit thinking that it used EDFs, but just found out it is powered with props. Is it possible for me to use EDFs for it? If so, what size/kind...
  13. D

    Can You Use EDFs on the Master Series A-10?

    Hi, I am a relatively new flyer and builder, and I'm looking to build the A-10 Master Series (already built a Master Series Corsair). I bought the A-10 kit thinking that it used EDFs, but just found out it is powered with props. Is it possible for me to use EDFs for it? If so, what size/kind...
  14. D

    Help! Can You Use EDFs for the Master Series A-10?

    Hi, I am a relatively new flyer and builder, and I'm looking to build the A-10 Master Series (already built a Master Series Corsair). I bought the A-10 kit thinking that it used EDFs, but just found out it is powered with props. Is it possible for me to use EDFs for it? If so, what size/kind...
  15. MidnightCamomile

    Help! LIPO Battery Help!

    Hello! I Have a Spektrum 2200mah 3s battery that i left plugged in a charger for 3 weeks. I briefly read that you can plug the dead battery into a fully charged battery for a few minutes, to get the voltage on the dead battery high enough so the charger can recognize it. is this a good idea...
  16. G

    Help! esc beeping constantly and doesn't stops

    I've been using RC vehicles for many years now and recently decided to build my own. I purchased an ESC recently when I received it today I tried to use it but it would not stop beeping and the beeping gets worse when you apply the throttle. I know it's not my battery as I've run the same...
  17. J

    Gremlin Guardian with Frsky D8 receiver

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  18. R

    Please Help.

    I am helping my 13 year old son build a FliteTest tutor. The build went fine, but we are having trouble getting the electronics to work properly. We have a Spektrum AR620 receiver and a DXS transmitter. The tail flaps and rudder are working fine, but the motor will not turn. We have checked to...
  19. A

    Question about DIY aircraft

    So, I’ve recently been trying to get into the hobby of RC planes, and I was thinking I would buy a Fokker from the mighty mini series. It said stuff about the propellers and battery, but nothing about a controller and stuff. So I was hoping someone could tell me what I need to assemble and fly...
  20. Matthewdupreez

    Help! Programming dsmx spectrum 636 rx for safe and as3x

    Hi guys...so I'm selling an eflite plane, but I need to sell it with the Rx, an spectrum 636 with safe and as3x... But it needs to be programmed for the Timber, from my google searches, it appears as if you need a special USB cable to program it... But some people are telling me that you can...