Going to USAFA! Saying goodbye to the hobby for now, and a BIG Reveal!

BS projects inc.

Elite member
As some of you might know for the last year I have been applying to both the United States Naval Academy and Air Force Academy. This has been a slow moving process, but after eight months of waiting I have finally made a decision. Last month I received news that I was accepted into the Air Force Academy, and after being declined by the Naval Academy, I accepted my appointment. This summer I will be reporting to the United States Air Force Academy for my first day of basic cadet training, where I will spend the most beautiful days of the year doing push-ups and running. To most people this would be considered a form of punishment, however, for the last few years it has been my dream. The challenge of attending the Air Force Academy excites me, and knowing that I will go through the process along with highly determined and like minded individuals makes it all the better. This opportunity however is the result of many supportive people in my life, including some of the many great people in the Flite Test Community.

Considering that I will be away from home for 90% of the next 12 years, I have come to the conclusion that my arsenal needs to find a new home. I'd hate to have all of this stuff in my workshop not being flown, crashed, and repaired. That's why I am giving away 95% of my stuff to you guys. (Gonna hold on to a transmitter, glider, tiny whoop, battery and charger for some occasions) This includes everything from a cine whoop, to a monster mustang. I'm not giving up on the hobby, it's just that when I get back into the hobby, I'll have a bit of money to spend and I'll probably want to test out some of the advancements that will have been made in the next 10 years (assuming the hobby isn't shut down by then) I would rather not give my arsenal to just one person so I would like to distribute my things at flite fest. However, over the summer I will be going through basic cadet training during flite fest and cannot bring my arsenal there myself. This is where I need a volunteer or two. Would anybody be willing to gather my stuff in a U'Haul or a big van and take it to Flite Fest? The reward is first choice in whatever plane you want. I know this is a lot to ask, but I would really hate to see my stuff just collecting dust. I have also considered asking Josh if they would like to distribute my things, but Flite Fest is already a huge responsibility and I would hate to add this to the list. I'll make a list of the big items in my arsenal, feel free to ask questions. Thanks again for being such a supportive community over the last four years, I'm blessed to have met you all.

ALL ITEMS HAVE GONE!


MONSTER mustang
***Destroyed***
Donut 3 cinewhoop https://rotorbuilds.com/build/18514 *this one needs a bit of troubleshooting, should probably go to someone with some experience* *** CLAIMED***
Durafly tundra (motor removed 20$ to get it running) *** CLAIMED***
Ft duster *** CLAIMED***
The FISH (trainer dtfb plane) *** CLAIMED***
Ft cruiser *** CLAIMED***
Ft Guinea Pig *** CLAIMED***
Old Traxxas Rustler (needs some work) *** CLAIMED***
4 power pack c motors *** ALL CLAIMED***
4 power pack c escs *** ALL CLAIMED***
Power Pack F electronics *** CLAIMED***
emax gt4020 motor (monster motor) *** CLAIMED***
a large bag of assorted batteries (all in good condition) **WILL BE DISTRIBUTED WITH POWER PACKS**
Strix nano goblin (could use some work but will definitely fly again) *** CLAIMED***
Makerfire fb009 fpv goggles (kind of small, would be best for a kid) *** CLAIMED***
A LOT of assorted hardware (will be stored in an organized manner) **WILL BE DISTRIBUTED WITH POWER PACKS**
Big toolbox of assorted electronics and hardware **WILL BE DISTRIBUTED WITH POWER PACKS**
About a dozen sheets of waterproof dtfb *** CLAIMED***

***DISCOVERED TWO NEW ITEMS***
50mm edf esc battery combo from a flyzone l-39 *** CLAIMED***
90mm edf *** CLAIMED***


ALL GONE!
 
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shadeyB

Legendary member
Hey BS
i would love to help you out however being in UK Lockdown it won’t happen unfortunately
and will miss out on offering you for power pack c stuff 😩

Congratulations & all the best in the Air Force, I’m sure you will achieve great things.

take care and see you when you get back in the air pilot 👌
 

BATTLEAXE

Legendary member
As some of you might know for the last year I have been applying to both the United States Naval Academy and Air Force Academy. This has been a slow moving process, but after eight months of waiting I have finally made a decision. Last month I received news that I was accepted into the Air Force Academy, and after being declined by the Naval Academy, I accepted my appointment. This summer I will be reporting to the United States Air Force Academy for my first day of basic cadet training, where I will spend the most beautiful days of the year doing push-ups and running. To most people this would be considered a form of punishment, however, for the last few years it has been my dream. The challenge of attending the Air Force Academy excites me, and knowing that I will go through the process along with highly determined and like minded individuals makes it all the better. This opportunity however is the result of many supportive people in my life, including some of the many great people in the Flite Test Community.

Considering that I will be away from home for 90% of the next 12 years, I have come to the conclusion that my arsenal needs to find a new home. I'd hate to have all of this stuff in my workshop not being flown, crashed, and repaired. That's why I am giving away 95% of my stuff to you guys. (Gonna hold on to a transmitter, glider, tiny whoop, battery and charger for some occasions) This includes everything from a cine whoop, to a monster mustang. I'm not giving up on the hobby, it's just that when I get back into the hobby, I'll have a bit of money to spend and I'll probably want to test out some of the advancements that will have been made in the next 10 years (assuming the hobby isn't shut down by then) I would rather not give my arsenal to just one person so I would like to distribute my things at flite fest. However, over the summer I will be going through basic cadet training during flite fest and cannot bring my arsenal there myself. This is where I need a volunteer or two. Would anybody be willing to gather my stuff in a U'Haul or a big van and take it to Flite Fest? The reward is first choice in whatever plane you want. I know this is a lot to ask, but I would really hate to see my stuff just collecting dust. I have also considered asking Josh if they would like to distribute my things, but Flite Fest is already a huge responsibility and I would hate to add this to the list. I'll make a list of the big items in my arsenal, feel free to ask questions. Thanks again for being such a supportive community over the last four years, I'm blessed to have met you all.

MONSTER mustang
Donut 3 cinewhoop https://rotorbuilds.com/build/18514 *this one needs a bit of troubleshooting, should probably go to someone with some experience*
Durafly tundra (motor removed 20$ to get it running)
Ft duster
The FISH (trainer dtfb plane)
Ft cruiser
Ft Guinea Pig
Old Traxxas Rustler (needs some work)
4 power pack c motors
4 power pack c escs
Power Pack F electronics
emax gt4020 motor (monster motor)
two 5000mah 3s batteries
a large bag of assorted batteries (all in good condition)
battery charger
Strix nano goblin (could use some work but will definitely fly again)
Makerfire fb009 fpv goggles (kind of small, would be best for a kid)
A LOT of assorted hardware (will be stored in an organized manner)
Big toolbox of assorted electronics and hardware (contains servos, motors, control horns, streamers, shrink wrap and all sorts of stuff)
About a dozen sheets of waterproof dtfb
I would like to first congratulate you and wish you the best of luck in the armed forces, and i would like to thank you ahead of time for your service and contribution to our freedoms. I wish you the best.

I would also like to thank you for your continued effort, experience and knowledge you have shared with the community. In my brief period of getting to know you here I have appreciated and admired your work. And donating your gear to Flite Fest attendants is very gracious.



Sweet send off vid buddy, its a nice Mustang!
 

ScratchBuildMast

Elite member
As some of you might know for the last year I have been applying to both the United States Naval Academy and Air Force Academy. This has been a slow moving process, but after eight months of waiting I have finally made a decision. Last month I received news that I was accepted into the Air Force Academy, and after being declined by the Naval Academy, I accepted my appointment. This summer I will be reporting to the United States Air Force Academy for my first day of basic cadet training, where I will spend the most beautiful days of the year doing push-ups and running. To most people this would be considered a form of punishment, however, for the last few years it has been my dream. The challenge of attending the Air Force Academy excites me, and knowing that I will go through the process along with highly determined and like minded individuals makes it all the better. This opportunity however is the result of many supportive people in my life, including some of the many great people in the Flite Test Community.

Considering that I will be away from home for 90% of the next 12 years, I have come to the conclusion that my arsenal needs to find a new home. I'd hate to have all of this stuff in my workshop not being flown, crashed, and repaired. That's why I am giving away 95% of my stuff to you guys. (Gonna hold on to a transmitter, glider, tiny whoop, battery and charger for some occasions) This includes everything from a cine whoop, to a monster mustang. I'm not giving up on the hobby, it's just that when I get back into the hobby, I'll have a bit of money to spend and I'll probably want to test out some of the advancements that will have been made in the next 10 years (assuming the hobby isn't shut down by then) I would rather not give my arsenal to just one person so I would like to distribute my things at flite fest. However, over the summer I will be going through basic cadet training during flite fest and cannot bring my arsenal there myself. This is where I need a volunteer or two. Would anybody be willing to gather my stuff in a U'Haul or a big van and take it to Flite Fest? The reward is first choice in whatever plane you want. I know this is a lot to ask, but I would really hate to see my stuff just collecting dust. I have also considered asking Josh if they would like to distribute my things, but Flite Fest is already a huge responsibility and I would hate to add this to the list. I'll make a list of the big items in my arsenal, feel free to ask questions. Thanks again for being such a supportive community over the last four years, I'm blessed to have met you all.

MONSTER mustang
Donut 3 cinewhoop https://rotorbuilds.com/build/18514 *this one needs a bit of troubleshooting, should probably go to someone with some experience*
Durafly tundra (motor removed 20$ to get it running)
Ft duster
The FISH (trainer dtfb plane)
Ft cruiser
Ft Guinea Pig
Old Traxxas Rustler (needs some work)
4 power pack c motors
4 power pack c escs
Power Pack F electronics
emax gt4020 motor (monster motor)
two 5000mah 3s batteries
a large bag of assorted batteries (all in good condition)
battery charger
Strix nano goblin (could use some work but will definitely fly again)
Makerfire fb009 fpv goggles (kind of small, would be best for a kid)
A LOT of assorted hardware (will be stored in an organized manner)
Big toolbox of assorted electronics and hardware (contains servos, motors, control horns, streamers, shrink wrap and all sorts of stuff)
About a dozen sheets of waterproof dtfb
YAAAY!!!! GOOD LUCK MAN!! I’M SO HAPPY FOR YOU!!!
 

Piotrsko

Master member
As an ex enlisted puke, I say well done. Be advised that Norm Howell built a Quicky during the academy and flew it after he got his wings then to the test pilot school at EAFB where I met him.

Also occifers tend to not do as much physical stuff as we pukes had to do in basic, it's more mental.
 

OliverW

Legendary member
That's awesome! I haven't decided where I'm gonna go yet. I may go to the Air National Guard, or ATP, or maybe Embry lol. I appreciate your donation to the great people in this hobby! In advance, thank you for your service! Everybody in the US appreciated it!