FT Delta build fail

[MrMaxP]

Not completely sure what I did wrong, but I'll try again soon.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evGKFtxZYys

 

[Drake600]

After I posted about my "maiden" which was very similar to yours, a couple of people pointed out that the stock CG is too tail heavy - moved it forward 3/4" following Winglet's advice and while it still ground looped badly, it flew much better.

My maiden wasn't long enough to justify posting the video, pictures and the advice I was given in this thread

Great looking build, I hope you get it airborne soon!

 

[Biff45452]

It looks like you had your camera mounted on one side, and that's the side that kept dropping.

 

[Winglet]

Keep trying. You will get it.

 

[mjmccarron]

I found the Delta to be a challenge to get set up properly. Once I did, it flies great. Hang in there, you'll get it!

Mine flies with the CG 1/4 - 1/2" forward of the location on the plans and very slight up elevator (reflex) probably 1/8" or a little less.

 

[Montiey]

Did you set up your elevon mixing correctly? that could be a problem. Also check for reversed controls.

 

[RandomChaos]

I would try a no power glide as well, see if it still acts up without the prop wash. Isn't it pretty important to get the vertical stabalizers set up evenly? One might be causing more drag than the other?