FTFC20 SPAD XIII designed by Zephyr1

[Zephyr1]

Ok, so big question now. I'm very happy with the Spad in its current form. And as a transition, I'm not sure whether I should build a larger version or build a counter to it. I was thinking maybe a Fokker DVII in the same scale so that they could be an improved WWI Aces pack. What do you guys think?

 

[Grifflyer]

Ok, so big question now. I'm very happy with the Spad in its current form. And as a transition, I'm not sure whether I should build a larger version or build a counter to it. I was thinking maybe a Fokker DVII in the same scale so that they could be an improved WWI Aces pack. What do you guys think?

I personally like the DVII a lot more than the SPAD, so I say go with the Fokker.

 

[SlingShot]

I like the DVII as well. But a DR1 is my favorite, and the only plans I've found for a DR1 in a C size costs $6.00

 

[jpot1]

Ok, so big question now. I'm very happy with the Spad in its current form. And as a transition, I'm not sure whether I should build a larger version or build a counter to it. I was thinking maybe a Fokker DVII in the same scale so that they could be an improved WWI Aces pack. What do you guys think?

Would love a C pack version!

 

[OliverW]

I agree with the DVII!!

 

[Zephyr1]

I got some sweet pictures of the Spad last night! I also got some flight video of it and I'll post that soon!

 

[Apple Pie]

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I got some sweet pictures of the Spad last night! I also got some flight video of it and I'll post that soon!

I notice you don’t have dihedral in the wings. Is this normal for biplanes? I honestly have no idea. How is the stability?

 

[Zephyr1]

I notice you don’t have dihedral in the wings. Is this normal for biplanes? I honestly have no idea. How is the stability?

Yeah, the Spad doesnt have dihedral. Most of the German planes during the war didn't have dihedral either. British planes mostly did though. It's really not an issue though. The stability on the Spad is quite excellent. I do have ailerons, unlike the FT WW1 planes.

 

[Zephyr1]

Just maidened the Fokker DVII!

 

[PoorManRC]

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Just maidens the Fokker DVII!

It's not moving very fast for a Maiden!! 😜😂 lol

Seriously, VERY impressive D.VII !!! 😎👋👋👋👋👋👋

I was actually considering doing a Curtiss Jenny... It would be a bit of a cheat, because the Fuse is already a "box"!! 😜😎

But that Spad is a thing of beauty! Are Plans going to be available??
Well Done! 👍👍🍻🍺🍺

 

[Zephyr1]

It's not moving very fast for a Maiden!! 😜😂 lol

Seriously, VERY impressive D.VII !!! 😎👋👋👋👋👋👋

I was actually considering doing a Curtiss Jenny... It would be a bit of a cheat, because the Fuse is already a "box"!! 😜😎

But that Spad is a thing of beauty! Are Plans going to be available??
Well Done! 👍👍🍻🍺🍺

Thanks! Yes, I know I haven't uploaded any video yet, but I promise they both fly. Heck I've even painted the Fokker. And yes, it was a ridiculously simple box build. You should definitely do a jenny!

And yes the plans for the Spad will be available!

 

[Zephyr1]

The Spad got some paint too

 

[PoorManRC]

Looks INCREDIBLE!!

 

[Zephyr1]

Flight Video! I narrated it and found some war footage - just trying something new! But it flew pretty good and darn if I don't miss the warm weather

 

[FoamyDM]

good looking work @Zephyr1 it came together very well.

 

[Zephyr1]

Plans are up! But I don't have enough time to get a more detailed build log up. That being said, it's a relatively easy plane to build so please don't be afraid to attempt it!
And I will be able to answer any questions!

 

[PoorManRC]

Flight Video! I narrated it and found some war footage - just trying something new! But it flew pretty good and darn if I don't miss the warm weather

AWESOME Flying characteristics! I was wondering about Tail Weight, given how stubby the Nose is.
Excellent!

 

[Joe Carpino]

I can’t wait to build this. I’m gonna do it a bit bigger for a C pack. Maybe 300%😂
AMAZING JOB!

 

[usaserres]

Hi Zephyr1,

I am in the process of building your Spad XIII. The wings are done but I am struggling a bit on the fuselage. Your drawing seems to be showing a fuselage that is very very short for the overall size of the plane. Moreover, you drew 7 formers but on the view of the fuselage that you are showing here, I only see 3 installed. Do you add length to the fuselage with other parts of the plane? Could you clarify please because I am having a hard tim efiguring out how you assembled all the fuselage parts. Thanks!

 

[Zephyr1]

@usaserres you do add more length. The box fuse isn’t the full length of the plane, the rounded semi cone is. I’ve got a pretty crappy pic of the box fuse with all the formers installed. I hope this helps.