F-16 Version 2

[Crazed Scout Pilot]

Hi,
You might have seen my thread "The Mighty Mini F-16 is Here" and thought the same way that i did. I did not like the way that my version 1 looked so here is version 2.
This is just a preview. If you guys like it I will write an article with plans, instructions, and maybe a flight video.
I'm looking for your feedback if I can change anything before I release the plans. I still have to finish the canopy.
If you like the way this model turned out you can thank Akimbo. He has behind the scenes really helped me design better airplanes. He is a master designer himself. Be sure to check out his designs. He always amazes me with what he comes up with. Some of the planes that he designed i did not even know existed.

 

[f-35lover]

Nice! it would look superb it the nose was pointy thought....

 

[swampxxl]

Looks great!! Keep it going.

 

[Crazed Scout Pilot]

Thank you just completed the prototype now I just have to put electronics on to it and test it

 

[Crazed Scout Pilot]

I was thinking about drawing skins is that something that you guys would be interested in?

 

[Shurik-1960]

Dear friend.You are full of ambition to create something good. Create a new bike, alas, you will not succeed better than what has already been created. This is true, as the models you have created will not be better than really beautiful and flying models. I don't think your models will fly in principle. You'd better start collecting beautiful models that are made by experienced modelers, then you will understand the principle of creating real flying models. No offense, but I'm used to always telling the truth. I graduated from 2 institutes with honors. I have collected more than 100 models and applying this experience in assembling new models, I always change the design of the authors for the better, reducing the weight of the model without weakening the design. Your latest work is a schematic model that will fly with proper alignment from a catapult elastic band. This is my personal review .As you requested.

 

[akimbo]

Dear friend.You are full of ambition to create something good. Create a new bike, alas, you will not succeed better than what has already been created. This is true, as the models you have created will not be better than really beautiful and flying models. I don't think your models will fly in principle. You'd better start collecting beautiful models that are made by experienced modelers, then you will understand the principle of creating real flying models. No offense, but I'm used to always telling the truth. I graduated from 2 institutes with honors. I have collected more than 100 models and applying this experience in assembling new models, I always change the design of the authors for the better, reducing the weight of the model without weakening the design. Your latest work is a schematic model that will fly with proper alignment from a catapult elastic band. This is my personal review .As you requested.

I have spoken with this guy and this design is very good considering that he has limited experience with designing and the the software he is using. I think that this comment is a bit unnecessary, we should be encouraging people to create their own planes rather than build someone else’s design.

 

[Crazed Scout Pilot]

Maidened it yesterday and it flew amazing much better then version 1
My plan is to finish the build instructions and post both in the resource section.

 

[Crazed Scout Pilot]

I'm working right now on the maiden video, the build instructions, and finishing the plans.
Would anybody be interested in the plans before I finish the build instructions? Because I have the plans ready with build pics.

 

[Crazed Scout Pilot]

 

[swampxxl]

Congratulations on your maiden flight. It looks really nice. Can't wait to start building.

 

[Crazed Scout Pilot]

Congratulations on your maiden flight. It looks really nice. Can't wait to start building.

when I get home I will try to post the plans and my build pictures. There are no alignment tabs. But if you line up everything it should be fine. I was really Impressed with the flight characteristic it flew like a trainer. I’m hoping it goes the same way for you.
In the next week or so I will try to do a build tips video.

 

[f-35lover]

What powers system did you use?

 

[Crazed Scout Pilot]

What powers system did you use?

I used a 2007 motor with a 6x4 prop. It had a lot of power. I think it will work fine with power pack F

 

[Crazed Scout Pilot]

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[Crazed Scout Pilot]

Here are the plans. If something does not look right just let me know and I will fix it.

 

[Crazed Scout Pilot]

Here are some build tips and pics.
First, make sure that all the cavities in the nose are cleaned out.

B fold the bottom first and then the top.

Pull the paper off to make it cleaner bend

Second, cut the wings out but do not cut the center or the prop slot out.

Reinforce the wing halves with glue and tape.

Lay the plan for one wing half down and cut the center and the slot out.

There are no ailerons on the final version. But do cut out the elevons.
Cut out both rear fuselage and b fold
Glue the nose into the slot on the wing, ensuring everything is lined up the right way. Then glue the rear fus behind the prop slot. Making sure that everything is lined up.

Finish the irplane by glueing the jet exaust to the back of the airplane, glue the canopy together as well. secure the canopy into the fus with a BBQ skewer.

Insert the motor and the two elevon servos and you are ready to fly. I hope this was helpful. Stay tuned for a build and flying tips video.

 

[swampxxl]

What's the wingspan? What for printer setup should I use? At 100% I get around 28 pages.

 

[Crazed Scout Pilot]

What's the wingspan? What for printer setup should I use? At 100% I get around 28 pages.

It is 33" long and has a wing span of 25". That is about the same amount of pages that I got as well. I just tiled it in Adobe Acrobat. I think that you will have a blast with this model. It has a large vertical stabilizer so it is really stable in the air. If it does not perform that way let me know so I can help.
Were the instructions helpful?

 

[swampxxl]

Great I also use adobe acrobat for tileling. The instructions are really helpful. Is the bottom rear the same as top rear fus?