Flite Fest 25 ideas

[Mr.Grinch]

With the growth in popularity of edge tx, I’d like to see a stem like walk through on how to program the radio, bind rxs etc. I know there’s plenty of videos out there, but just like the stem/build events, having someone there to walk people through radio gear might be pretty helpful, esp since FT is selling radio master prod.

 

[LitterBug]

For the last number of years yes. I think the original date conflicted with another big RC flight event.

It used to conflict with my wedding anniversary so I had to be extra good to get a kitchen pass. Now it is just after Father's day, and it makes for an easy ask.

 

[FoamyDM]

With the growth in popularity of edge tx, I’d like to see a stem like walk through on how to program the radio, bind rxs etc. I know there’s plenty of videos out there, but just like the stem/build events, having someone there to walk people through radio gear might be pretty helpful, esp since FT is selling radio master prod.

below is how to Program a T16 with openTx to the EZ v2 planes

 

[Piotrsko]

Back to the barn topic: whole point was to fly plane through standard issue barn door :O I have never seen a barn with 30ft+ wide doors and the movies from the '20 & '30s dont show both sides. Process is suspect, then
A cheap recycled tent from a thrift store would work well enough with a second opening.

FT is still a niche product with a smaller than 1% population following. Needs to be like the Reno air races. When was the last time you went to the AMA Nationals?

 

[Merv]

...Is the last week of June pretty standard now?

This year, FF began on the third Wednesday of June. Last year, FF began the 4th Thursday. Maybe the standard is the 3rd Wed or Thurs following the 1st.

 

[FoamyDM]

Back to the barn topic: whole point was to fly plane through standard issue barn door :O I have never seen a barn with 30ft+ wide doors and the movies from the '20 & '30s dont show both sides. Process is suspect, then
A cheap recycled tent from a thrift store would work well enough with a second opening.

FT is still a niche product with a smaller than 1% population following. Needs to be like the Reno air races. When was the last time you went to the AMA Nationals?

I have never had the opportunity to check out AMA Nats since starting in the hobby in 2017.
The only rep I get is my local "no you can't" field, and the magazine that echoes the trend..

I was looking at it from a WS, vs.
Opening ratio. Most barns say 30' most small single seaters from the 30's like the Lincoln Sport are 22-24' WS. For the original FT-blender bipe with a 40" opening, a 60" door is close.

I agree that the real barnstorming doesn't entirely add up. Looks like TV magic some

 

[LitterBug]

I have never had the opportunity to check out AMA Nats since starting in the hobby in 2017.
The only rep I get is my local "no you can't" field, and the magazine that echoes the trend..

I was looking at it from a WS, vs.
Opening ratio. Most barns say 30' most small single seaters from the 30's like the Lincoln Sport are 22-24' WS. For the original FT-blender bipe with a 40" opening, a 60" door is close.

I agree that the real barnstorming doesn't entirely add up. Looks like TV magic some

 

[LitterBug]

A 3D printed flyer gathering. I have really been wanting to see someone lawn dart one to see what is left. I would LOVE to see some 3D printed planes in combat too!

I am up for this myself. I have quite a few planes 3D printed which need to be finished.

I am looking at possibly throwing LED strips inside a sail plane that is printed with clear-ish PLA.

Here's my self designed ABS Octo-UFO

I have thought about scaling it up to 3" props

 

[FoamyDM]

A 3D printed flyer gathering. I have really been wanting to see someone lawn dart one to see what is left. I would LOVE to see some 3D printed planes in combat too!

I am up for this myself. I have quite a few planes 3D printed which need to be finished.

I am looking at possibly throwing LED strips inside a sail plane that is printed with clear-ish PLA.

Here's my self designed ABS Octo-UFO
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I have thought about scaling it up to 3" props

What size are they now?

 

[LitterBug]

What size are they now?

1.9" on 1102 motors.... VERY underpowered, but fun!

Was based on size constraints of a 200x200 bed. With a 300x300, I can do better!

 

[LitterBug]

A Night Fly lighting competion would be fun! Let's see who can come up with the best Night Flyer!!!


WaRnInG: I have ideas!!!

 

[Captain Video]

A 3D printed flyer gathering. I have really been wanting to see someone lawn dart one to see what is left. I would LOVE to see some 3D printed planes in combat too!

I am up for this myself. I have quite a few planes 3D printed which need to be finished.

I am looking at possibly throwing LED strips inside a sail plane that is printed with clear-ish PLA.

Here's my self designed ABS Octo-UFO
View attachment 244710
I have thought about scaling it up to 3" props

Nice Plane LitterBug! An Octocoper. Who'da thunk?

 

[To_many_planes]

I was thinking a cooled tent for 3d printed planes. Nothing sucks more then a droopy rc plane

 

[Mr Man]

Speed run competition.

 

[Mr Man]

Most scale foam board plane