flyinsparky
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I have 84 flights on my Tiny Trainer, it has been such a fun progression from the dihedral wing to the aileron wing (basically an entirely different plane) putting an APC 6x4 prop on it (amazing performance difference) and then from 2S to 3S (another huge jump). With more speed and capability comes the possibility and likelihood of harder crashes. Last week, I stripped my elevator servo and drilled it straight into the ground. Although it wasn't the worst crash it has sustained, the damage assessment report shows significant history of structural damage and it looks like a retirement for the airframe and a full rebuild is the answer. It seems like the belly landings also take their toll over time as well.
I was planning on upgrading to a 2204 size motor and making a couple changes to the wing for a bit more acrobatic ability and to keep the bands from slipping into the aileron slot, so it's not a bad time for a replacement.
I absolutely love the Tiny Trainer, I'll always have one in the hangar.
How many flights do you usually get out of a model before you retire it?
I was planning on upgrading to a 2204 size motor and making a couple changes to the wing for a bit more acrobatic ability and to keep the bands from slipping into the aileron slot, so it's not a bad time for a replacement.
I absolutely love the Tiny Trainer, I'll always have one in the hangar.
How many flights do you usually get out of a model before you retire it?