New project

[aiidanwings]

So I was just about to press 'Pay Now' on Value Hobby's Easy Stik.



I kinda like the old style trainers. Easy to build, fly, break, fix and fly. That, and it's less stressful getting aggressive with an ugly plane.

But why buy it? This is the perfect platform for a fast build foam board model. I already have the supplies and time (for once!)

Step 1. Clean up work space...

 

[aiidanwings]

Almost complete 80" wing. I need to cut the ailerons, ad the iron cross decals, and fab control rods. I'm thinking the ailerons will taper from one inch on the inside to two on the outside.

Sorry if the pic size is wonky. I'm on my mobile.

Wanna take bets on the preformance of 9 gram servos in an 80 inch wing?

 

[earthsciteach]

Hmmm... 9g, 80" wing... As long as you plan on flying REALLY slow, you'll be fine. LOL!

 

[aiidanwings]

Hmmm... 9g, 80" wing... As long as you plan on flying REALLY slow, you'll be fine. LOL!

Ha! Ha! Really!

Considering the motor I have in mind, slow flying will be all I can get! I just hope my 30 foot runway is long enough.

 

[pgerts]

Nice foamy.
9 gr servos will be fine
Take a look at the Cargo Twin - almost as big - 2 * 24 gram indoor motors and huge rudder areas.

 

[aiidanwings]

I haven't been able to work on the Easy Ugly ( that's what I'll call it) yet today. Been thinking about the fuse build. Seems like it will take four boards. Also, I've though of a pull pull rudder/elevator set up.

I need wheels. I'm having dirty thoughts about the push mower... any ideas there?

 

[aiidanwings]

On a side note, the Dynamic T-28 retracts weren't doing so well in the field. So, $25 later

http://rc-castle.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=117&products_id=1116

Perfect! Even though the nose wheel isn't steerable (temporarily) it taxis, takes off, and lands wonderfully.

 

[aiidanwings]

I get distracted was too easy...



How did we ever survive before cell phones?

 

[aiidanwings]

Fuselage plans drawn. I need a fly break.



The Pitts has been giving me fits lately. I cannot get the thrust angle right. I may give it another go. Of course the Decathlon is flying beautifully with the new gyro. Maybe it needs a turn.

 

[Liemavick]

Looking good so far, love watching the creations take shape from mind to foam

 

[aiidanwings]

It's starting to come together.



I don't think the Sierra can take much more duct tape...


That's my second best flying plane!! Maybe $45, $50 and it flies better that my fancy pants models. Why do I even buy planes???

 

[aiidanwings]

Starting to get the electronics together.


My preferred motor mount-

 

[aiidanwings]

Maybe one more day.

 

[aiidanwings]

It flies!! I only need to add a tail wheel, a few more degrees down thrust and decals. And find room to store it...

http://youtu.be/LhixnvwJjj4

 

[Liemavick]

Man I love it when a plan comes together. Great Job Sir and she flies so nice, round of applause for your piloting skills as well as build skillz. I hear ya on the storage part, thats my biggest problem. I been building more then crashing and running out of room.

Brian

 

[earthsciteach]

Great job! That plane took of like a rocket! And, that was a sweet approach and landing. Well done, sir.

 

[Deanoseadog]

Seems that no matter how or what you build a stick from, it always flies like a stick....Awesome.

 

[aiidanwings]

Thanks gentlemen. The big square stick wing is very forgiving, and great for slow flying which is necessary for my short landings!