FT Tiny Trainer (Mighty Mini)

[Christopher14]

I can think of something to do with this...

*suspiciously eyes an NTM 35-36 1800 kV motor*

You are insane...

 

[siriussr]

The new and improved UMX Radian!

 

[Kurt0326]

Nice design! Looked like a lot of the ft flyer in the build. Except changable noses and wings.

 

[Christopher14]

The new and improved UMX Radian!

It just will weigh about four times as much, lol. I think where this plane will excel is slope soaring.

 

[Corbarrad]

Just perfect. I'll put some of these together with my nephews in the glider configuration and if their attention holds I'll be able to put radio gear in them cheaply. I knew i was keeping all those umx transmitters around for a reason...

 

[Zero9r]

Hmm. think Im going to try one. Only have 9g servo's and DYE 1806 2300kv, they should be OK I hope. maybe put my Turnigy 2826 motor n it. LOL. Lets see if that will make it fly apart

 

[Maingear]

That sure looked like a red BNK pusher behind Josh in the video, are the wings removable?

Justin

 

[joker24458]

It just will weigh about four times as much, lol. I think where this plane will excel is slope soaring.

Agreed. I'd like to slope a simple 2ch one as well, it would be so fun and relaxing. I haven't been to a really good sloping place around here, although I have heard stories (I'll see if I can find Chris at NEF and talk about the Thermal Farm).

 

[Christopher14]

Maybe I'll climb Mickinmick and chuck it off the cliff at the top. It would be an epic place to fly. Plus, the tiny trainer is very light. I could get the thing into my backpack no problem. I'm in the mood for a hike up that mountain after all the crappy weather.

 

[Capt_Beavis]

The simple glider version is a great first build. A person can have a plane to toss around for just a few bucks! Thanks.

 

[psguardian]

What battery packs were you guys flying these on? I'm going to guess 2s 500 & 3s 350/500??

~psguardian

 

[nickr100]

i hope my 2s 900's fit as ive got loads of them. if not, ill just have to buy more lipos.

 

[Corbarrad]

What battery packs were you guys flying these on? I'm going to guess 2s 500 & 3s 350/500??

~psguardian

I have some 2s 850 and 3s 500 at home. I will make them fit, if neccessary. I think I might even try a 3s 1000
('cuz I'm a rocketman.... rocketmaaaaan!!..)

Eagerly awaiting the build video (and plans release).

 

[FAI-F1D]

I'm flying my balsa version on a 2s 370 and it gives plenty of flight time (15-20 minutes). Obviously I'm lighter and cleaner, but I'm also running a much power powerful motor driving a bigger prop.

 

[Balu]

@FAI-F1D: I'd really like to see the steps and some build tips on how to convert a foam plane to a balsa version. That would be a very cool episode.

 

[tyhas3Japan]

That's awesome! I want twelve.

 

[Lorenzo]

Design a tow mechanism for the Mini Guinea, I was thinking the very same thing...

 

[Flyingninja]

Really Cool!

I think I'll build 2 of these and take them to the park next time I meet up with my friends. None of them have any flying experience at all so it will be a good learning opportunity!

 

[FAI-F1D]

@FAI-F1D: I'd really like to see the steps and some build tips on how to convert a foam plane to a balsa version. That would be a very cool episode.

I'll have to look into that. It's definitely a useful skill, and it can be implemented in either direction.

 

[edthefox]

Looks like I'll be starting my first plane this weekend!