Senior Project: Trainer and Stuka

[A2Moonclaw]

So for my school we have to do a senior project that includes both a research component and a more physical/hands on project. My research topic is the history of aircraft design and for the hands on component I want to build an RC Ju-87 Stuka. Since I have never flown or built an RC plane before I plan to build a FT Simple Scout first to learn. I would like to try to stay under $200 but I know that may not always be possible but it is something to keep in mind. Currently this is the Stuka I plan to build (click here).

I can build with foam board quite well so the actual construction is going to be the easy part, I just know very little about the electronics. I have watched several Flite Test videos and so far have mostly decided on a TX (Radiolink T12D with RX) and will use the FT Power Pack B for the Simple Scout. As for the Ju-87 I will probably just buy what is recommended on the forum post linked above along with extra servos. The things I am not too sure about yet are the batteries and charger. So far I believe a 3s 2200mAh would be good to use for both the Simple Scout and Stuka. I have no clue for a good budget charger though...

This is going to probably be where I post additional questions and my progress (I'm new to the forums so excuse me for now if this wrong). I appreciate any advice, suggestions, and feedback.

Note: The project proposal is submitted already so I can't change it.

Thanks for your patience! I am brand new to RC!

 

[Mr Man]

So for my school we have to do a senior project that includes both a research component and a more physical/hands on project. My research topic is the history of aircraft design and for the hands on component I want to build an RC Ju-87 Stuka. Since I have never flown or built an RC plane before I plan to build a FT Simple Scout first to learn. I would like to try to stay under $200 but I know that may not always be possible but it is something to keep in mind. Currently this is the Stuka I plan to build (click here).

I can build with foam board quite well so the actual construction is going to be the easy part, I just know very little about the electronics. I have watched several Flite Test videos and so far have mostly decided on a TX (Radiolink T12D with RX) and will use the FT Power Pack B for the Simple Scout. As for the Ju-87 I will probably just buy what is recommended on the forum post linked above along with extra servos. The things I am not too sure about yet are the batteries and charger. So far I believe a 3s 2200mAh would be good to use for both the Simple Scout and Stuka. I have no clue for a good budget charger though...

This is going to probably be where I post additional questions and my progress (I'm new to the forums so excuse me for now if this wrong). I appreciate any advice, suggestions, and feedback.

Note: The project proposal is submitted already so I can't change it.

Thanks for your patience! I am brand new to RC!

Sounds like a fun project! A 2200 3s will work perfect 👍.

 

[Mr Man]

And I recommend getting one with an xt60 connector. Here;s a good cheap charger : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F5HPV5BR/?tag=lstir-20

 

[Houndpup Rc]

Since I have never flown or built an RC plane before I plan to build a FT Simple Scout first to learn.

The Simple Scout is my #1 recommended trainers

 

[A2Moonclaw]

And I recommend getting one with an xt60 connector. Here;s a good cheap charger : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F5HPV5BR/?tag=lstir-20

Yeah that is the one I was thinking about. I know I want a 3s 2200mAh lipo battery but am not familiar with the brands. Are there any to look into or avoid entirely?

 

[A2Moonclaw]

Current purchase list alongside the FT Power Pack B. Batteries can be used for both planes, same for charger, and the servos will serve for the Stuka. The extra servos will be donating their control arms to the ones in the Power Pack B since it does not seem that they come with them. Any suggestions before I dump the money? I will buy a power pack for the Stuka later.

I feel like I could save money with a different transmitter but am not sure.

 

[Mr Man]

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Current purchase list alongside the FT Power Pack B. Batteries can be used for both planes, same for charger, and the servos will serve for the Stuka. The extra servos will be donating their control arms to the ones in the Power Pack B since it does not seem that they come with them. Any suggestions before I dump the money? I will buy a power pack for the Stuka later.

Power pack B comes with control horns btw

 

[Mr Man]

and, the power pack b esc has an XT60 connector, those batteries you are wanting have deans connectors.

 

[Mr Man]

Here are some batteries with xt60 connectors.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KD1YN9F/?tag=lstir-20

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DGSVNP5/?tag=lstir-20

 

[A2Moonclaw]

Power pack B comes with control horns btw

So it comes with everything but linkage?

 

[Mr Man]

So it comes with everything but linkage?

Yup! And battery of course.

 

[A2Moonclaw]

Yup! And battery of course.

Sweet. Ill get the CNHL batteries. Any thoughts on the transmitter?

 

[Mr Man]

Sweet. Ill get the CNHL batteries. Any thoughts on the transmitter?

I’d recommend a fly sky transmitter, much cheaper, and they work great, one sec while I find the link.

 

[Mr Man]

Amazon.com: FLYSKY FS-i6X 10CH 2.4GHz RC Transmitter Controller with FS-iA6B Receiver Upgrade Cable for RC Boat Racing Drone (Mode_2) : Toys & Games

Amazon.com: FLYSKY FS-i6X 10CH 2.4GHz RC Transmitter Controller with FS-iA6B Receiver Upgrade Cable for RC Boat Racing Drone (Mode_2) : Toys & Games

www.amazon.com

 

[A2Moonclaw]

Amazon.com: FLYSKY FS-i6X 10CH 2.4GHz RC Transmitter Controller with FS-iA6B Receiver Upgrade Cable for RC Boat Racing Drone (Mode_2) : Toys & Games

Amazon.com: FLYSKY FS-i6X 10CH 2.4GHz RC Transmitter Controller with FS-iA6B Receiver Upgrade Cable for RC Boat Racing Drone (Mode_2) : Toys & Games

www.amazon.com

Thanks so much. I have heard of something called telemetry, where you can see the battery level and set alarms so you don't ruin your batteries. Does the FS-i6x have it?

 

[Mr Man]

Thanks so much. I have heard of something called telemetry, where you can see the battery level and set alarms so you don't ruin your batteries. Does the FS-i6x have it?

I think it can be set up, but I’ve never tried to use it. (Even on my spektrum remote, I just stick with a timer normally)

 

[bisco]

you can also get a cheap battery alarm, they work great for a few bucks

 

[A2Moonclaw]

I think it can be set up, but I’ve never tried to use it. (Even on my spektrum remote, I just stick with a timer normally)

Okay. How much flight time could I expect with the setup? Isn't the min battery voltage you should have like 3.5V per cell?

 

[Mr Man]

Okay. How much flight time could I expect with the setup? Isn't the min battery voltage you should have like 3.5V per cell?

About that. I’d expect 6 minutes minimum. Up to 12 minutes. (I hit 12 minutes with my spitfire on power pack C with a 2200 3s.)

 

[bisco]

it depends on how fast you fly. 5-10 minutes is average