This was my first foamboard FT build (I have an electrohub copter awaiting completion), and so my technique isn't as polished as J. Bixler, but I managed to get it built, in only twice the estimated time!
I took her out on her maiden today, still need a little tuning. I set my rate a bit low and didn't have much throw, but she still flew solidly. One hinge joint is a bit heavy on the glue, so I may need to re-do the hinges. Couple scrapes on the nose/belly, a little leading edge ding, a busted prop, and some fixable damage to the fins, which I'd planned to reinforce anyway. One thing, though... this sucker is a bit fast for the little field behind our office. ZOOM!
I took her out on her maiden today, still need a little tuning. I set my rate a bit low and didn't have much throw, but she still flew solidly. One hinge joint is a bit heavy on the glue, so I may need to re-do the hinges. Couple scrapes on the nose/belly, a little leading edge ding, a busted prop, and some fixable damage to the fins, which I'd planned to reinforce anyway. One thing, though... this sucker is a bit fast for the little field behind our office. ZOOM!