Brian Byrdsong
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Multi-Camera F3C Schedule P Practice
Set up a couple of GoPro cameras today to try and get different angles of practice. The routine was horrible but learning this video editing to time multiple camera shots.
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F3C Schedule P: Practicing 180 deg Autorotation's
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On a muggy New Years' day out practicing my Expert class routine, more autorotations because this one is HARD!! hehe.
My Futaba 16IZ Experience and Custom Adjustments
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Recently purchased a Futaba 16IZ because my 32MZ is going in for repairs. Well, I like the 16IZ but had to make a few adjustments to fit my style...
Kontronik: How-To KOSMIK Firmware v1.18 Update
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Hello Friends, I recently applied the new Kontronik Kosmik Firmware v1.18 update. Follow my quick, easy-to-follow video on the correct workflow to ensure you properly update your Kosmik!! For detailed instructions please go to the Update on the website at www.kontronik.com/en/downloads.html Happy Flying!
F3C Sportsman Schedule - Inverted Triangle
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Me at AMPS in Miami, FL competing Sportsman F3C. Here's a pretty good Inverted Triangle maneuver.
F3C Sportsman Schedule - Diamond
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Me performing the Diamond hover maneuver!!
F3C Sportsman Practice with Specter 700 v1
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My Genesis is down for the count so I have to rely on a new bird for the competition this weekend. Converted my Specter v1 to do F3C and it's not bad at all...
9.5 min Low HS SAB Raw Flight
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Took my head speed down to 1400rpm to see how long a flight I could get out of the RAW. Using a 12s 5k mAh 50c pack, I got about 9 mins, 30 secs out of it, with probably another minute. But anyway, enjoy the slow light 3D, sport flying of the SAB Raw. Thanks...
SAB Genesis F3C Sportsman Practice - 092921
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Using the new AMA Ruleset for 2022, I've started learning the F3C Sportsman class routine. There's a competition coming up in late October that I want to participate in and learn how all this works. But loving the process so far, learning a lot about tx setup, and more. Join me on this journey!! :P
F3C Sportsman Class Practice
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In my adventures to become an F3C RC Helicopter pilot, I start with the beginner or Sportsman class maneuvers. This stuff is harder than it appears but I will learn it!! First competition coming up, late October! Wish me luck! SAB Genesis, RT760mm Main, RT106mm Tail EgoDrift 4525HT 550Kv, Scorpion Tribunus II 14-200A KST X20 v2.0 Servos, Pulse 12s 5000mAh 50C VBar Touch Control and Neo Game Ove...
Creating 12s Battery Packs for 600/700 size RC Heli's
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A quick "how-to" creating 12s battery packs for 600/700 size RC helicopters. If you're still like me and using EC5/IC5 connectors with "Y" ESC splitters, then this is how I create my battery parks for the birds. Enjoy!
Cutting RC Heli Motor Shaft When Too Long!
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Cutting a few mm's off my new rc heli, Scorpion 4530-540Kv motor because it was just a bit too long to mount on the heli. This is my quick way of cutting off whats needed to make it fit!!
New hobby room progress!! Looking good.
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Moved to a new home And my hobby room is 3 times the size as the last home. I'm about 80% done with it but loving the process!! enjoy.
New XLPower 550 Maiden, with motor failure!
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Finally get to take this out, good maiden, flying around, then motor shuts off, but i was able to safely autorotate to the ground.
Fun Flying with the Trex 600n Pro
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Beautiful day to fly this classic beauty the Align Trex 600n Pro. A friend of mine let me use to learn the in's and out's of flying nitro heli's. I've had a blast with it so far and will continue to learn more. I definitely want one of my own now!
Onboard flight with the Goblin Raw
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Onboard flight with the Goblin Raw
From Sim to Field: Autorotations!
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From Sim to Field: Autorotations!
Finally get to fly my Goblin Raw!
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Finally get to fly my Goblin Raw!
From Sim to Field: Backwards flying practice
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From Sim to Field: Backwards flying practice
Fusion 550 Big Air Day
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Fusion 550 Big Air Day
Fusion 480 Avian 100 Tray Mount
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Fusion 480 Avian 100 Tray Mount
Fusion 550 Sport'n with Byrdsong Capture Mount
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Fusion 550 Sport'n with Byrdsong Capture Mount
Fusion 550 GoPro Sportn with GPS Stats!
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Fusion 550 GoPro Sportn with GPS Stats!
RF9.5 Sim Practice with Fusion 480
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RF9.5 Sim Practice with Fusion 480
TREX 500 Sport Flying & Crash!
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TREX 500 Sport Flying & Crash!
Swashplate Leveling the Fusion 480
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Swashplate Leveling the Fusion 480
Fusion 550 Sportin' It!
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Fusion 550 Sportin' It!
Align Trex 470LM Sport Flying 102520
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Align Trex 470LM Sport Flying 102520
Align Trex 470LM Sport Flying 101620
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Align Trex 470LM Sport Flying 101620
Blade 230S v2 Sport Flying 090220
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Blade 230S v2 Sport Flying 090220

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @SOPHIAFLYGIRL
    @SOPHIAFLYGIRL 24 дні тому

    Nice video. I've been eye balling a 16IZ and decided I'd watch a couple videos about people's opinions. I'm STILL flying my trusty 9ZAP from the 1990's!!

  • @rickhayes
    @rickhayes 24 дні тому

    Hey Brian! Just picked up a new 16izs and found your video. Coming from Spektrum, I agree wholeheartedly that the top switch spacing is horrible!! I love the switch removal mod that you did and was wondering if you would be willing to share the .stl file for your caps? Thanks so much!!

  • @bluecavemen
    @bluecavemen 4 місяці тому

    I’m new to helicopter world this always gets me a little confused. What causes the three ends to get out of alignment? Using that 3d model tool to level it by a hair. And you have to use the pliers to adjust it. Wouldn’t that make the servo off from adjusting it? Why not connect it to a computer to adjust it from parameters from what I seen online. Seems like that better right?

  • @MrSmartstots
    @MrSmartstots 8 місяців тому

    Hi Brian, im using this for my Heli and noticed ratchet was on, got the parts to make a smooth throttle, removed the 2 base screws, 2 screws in the batt compartment and the 2 screws under the hand grips, but back is still being held somewhere up top? any idea if missing some hidden screws to remove the back?

  • @rickhayes
    @rickhayes 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for showing this Brian. I knew "how" to do it but it makes it a LOT easier when you actually see it done. 😊

  • @stevealoia
    @stevealoia Рік тому

    Hi just ordered the 16IZ I had ordered a few weeks from Amazon the frsky X20 . Had a hard time setting my helicopter. It has a flybar . I’m guessing new radios today are setup for new helicopter. So I sent it back called futaba and did a order. Now I find out they there’s a super 16IZ. Lol but I can’t find what the difference is . Thanks for the video .

  • @andymarcelin9578
    @andymarcelin9578 Рік тому

    i put some high density foam between the batteries in case of a crash...gives you the best chance of protecting the batteries from each others after impact.

  • @rce-motion7665
    @rce-motion7665 Рік тому

    Having an issue currently to update my KOSMIK 170 HV with 1.18 and contacted Kontronik Support. You had 1.17 as a version to be overwritten, was this 1.17 pre-installed or did you download it somewhere? 1.17 cannot be found in the Kontronik archives anywhere and would like to try 1.17 (update to Bootloader 2.2 and to 1.10 works for my ESC, but not the latest version 1.18....😢).

  • @Lucas-Family
    @Lucas-Family Рік тому

    Now thats on point. Was wondering if it would handle the weight of a gopro. Obviously it does...lol. Thanks for the vid

  • @audio131
    @audio131 Рік тому

    hi Brian

  • @brianmiller4466
    @brianmiller4466 Рік тому

    Kudos! A very elegant solution! I wish I had a 3D printer. I ended up milling an new batt plate with the correct mounting holes out of a piece of aluminum(aloo-minEE-um lol love the way brits say it). That said, what an epic fail on Blade’s(HH’s) part to not ensure their proprietary bits dont work together. Maybe Ill finally pull the trigger on a SnapMaker printer/mini CNC. That way I can carve out busted pieces for my drones as well. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Anyway… Cheers, B

  • @Karelb747
    @Karelb747 Рік тому

    Thank you for making this video. It helped me a lot.

  • @Airbrushkid
    @Airbrushkid Рік тому

    When I got my 16IZ not setting for heli. And it's a heli radio. So I had to do my own settings. So flying helis for over 55 years, something stuck in my head.

  • @F3Cflyer
    @F3Cflyer Рік тому

    Brian, how's the practice going ? where are new videos, still hammering the sticks ?

  • @edgardojagr216
    @edgardojagr216 Рік тому

    Do you have shut down with this esc when flying your fusion 480? Esc over heating?

  • @frigateaviation5047
    @frigateaviation5047 Рік тому

    Hi Brian, I would love to buy one of theses adapters from you. Regards Eric

  • @iwontreplybacklol7481
    @iwontreplybacklol7481 Рік тому

    I absolutely hate heavy radios. The lighter the better!

    • @heartsoul4386
      @heartsoul4386 Рік тому

      This is even lighter than the 8fg, which I loved as so light. The 14SG is truly an elephant by comparison. I love using the 16IZ. It's all of the 8fg, plus lots more with the latest tech

  • @flipmode00
    @flipmode00 Рік тому

    I bought the Futaba 14SG for $20 and I want to learn everything about it, but there's not a lot of video on youtube, but it is still an expensive till this day, WOW. I have never flown an helicopter b4, just a drone,so far so good lol.

  • @rchelicopter
    @rchelicopter Рік тому

    Thanks Brian, nicely done.

  • @SquiggyWigginz
    @SquiggyWigginz Рік тому

    Brian, I need help. Been flying 500 size since 2008 and just got a 700 goblin raw. I'm completely lost how charge, what to solder where, what goes into what, etc. Got 4 maniax 12s 44.4 volt 5000 packs.

  • @codemasterPL
    @codemasterPL Рік тому

    amazing, brian, great flights! love ur f3c practice videos. maybe a series of videos on how to start with f3c for begginers?

  • @codemasterPL
    @codemasterPL Рік тому

    impressing, subscribed - keep pushing

  • @diamondt88
    @diamondt88 Рік тому

    👏👏👏👏

  • @jewes77
    @jewes77 Рік тому

    Awesome flight!

  • @dontflyspirit6535
    @dontflyspirit6535 Рік тому

    Hi how hard is it to disassemble 16iz? Is it possible to replace gimbals with quad bearing gimbals?

    • @heartsoul4386
      @heartsoul4386 Рік тому

      It's a bit fiddly, but possible. There's actually a video of a guy in Japan doing the entire tear down. I followed that (no sound I don't think) and it was ok. A few hidden screws in the sequence, but all doable. No idea about replacing the gimbals tho. I replaced the ratchet and the springs. It's definately not as easy as the 8FG, nor the 14SG, but similar in the handle removal on the 14SG

    • @MrSmartstots
      @MrSmartstots 8 місяців тому

      @@heartsoul4386 Got a link to the video pls, im struggling to get back off mine

    • @heartsoul4386
      @heartsoul4386 8 місяців тому

      @@MrSmartstots ok. I’ll find the link. Hold fire

    • @MrSmartstots
      @MrSmartstots 8 місяців тому

      @@heartsoul4386 Sorted it, im going to upload my own video to help people out in english

    • @heartsoul4386
      @heartsoul4386 8 місяців тому

      @@MrSmartstots thst would be good. Yes it’s not initially simple

  • @yanceym7617
    @yanceym7617 Рік тому

    Hey man, I just ran into the same issue building my 480. You still printing these?

    • @yanceym7617
      @yanceym7617 Рік тому

      I’ll buy one if you still produce them.

  • @wizardz7938
    @wizardz7938 Рік тому

    I upgraded the springs to the heavier set Futaba springs... the max settings on the ones installed is the weakest settings on the heavy set. For all you heavy handed people. Feel like the spectrum if not better.

    • @heartsoul4386
      @heartsoul4386 Рік тому

      I did that also. A lot of folk might not realise the heli version has the light springs, and smooth throttle, and only the air version comes with hD springs and ratchet on throttle. I had to do a tear down to fix both items, but now it's great. Brilliant radio. The spring replacement is really easy on this radio

    • @wizardz7938
      @wizardz7938 Рік тому

      @@heartsoul4386 see here I thought the heli model has the spring switch on the top right with smooth throttle and the aircraft model has the flick cut switch on the top right with rachet throttle

  • @mitchbooth2227
    @mitchbooth2227 Рік тому

    great job!!!

  • @ryanliberty2384
    @ryanliberty2384 2 роки тому

    Can we get the STL file? Lol

    • @bbyrdsong
      @bbyrdsong 2 роки тому

      Sure email me at brian.byrdsong@gmail.com

  • @dmagr8king
    @dmagr8king 2 роки тому

    Brian, that is a nice set up for a camera. Do you sell any or can you have one made for my Fusion 360? I have been looking for some sort of mount...also, I can't figure out how you get the speed and whatnot overlaid into the video...is that something you can add to the camera? does it have to be gopro? I'll have to look at my camera and see if I can do something like that if that's what it is...please reach out to me, I'd love to know...

    • @bbyrdsong
      @bbyrdsong 2 роки тому

      Here, I'm using a GroPro 7. It collects GPS info as long as it's enabled via settings. Then the GoPro video editing software I used, allows you to add widgets to the video to show whatever info you want (and gathered). Let me check but I think I made that for a Fusion 360, the old one anyway... Email me at brian.byrdsong@gmail.com

  • @glennbirdsong6969
    @glennbirdsong6969 2 роки тому

    Just sent you an email on this adapter plate you made. I’m in the same boat as you were.

  • @demaciu88
    @demaciu88 2 роки тому

    I hope nobody actually followed this, this is a terrible way to build a 12S.

    • @Lance57H
      @Lance57H Рік тому

      Why?

    • @konekilr462
      @konekilr462 Рік тому

      Looks pretty good to me.. do you have a better way? If so, how about sharing..

    • @ninebreaker1840
      @ninebreaker1840 8 місяців тому

      How he built it is spot on the way to do it. demaciu, you are an idiot.

  • @Nuno_Tomas
    @Nuno_Tomas 2 роки тому

    Great video man. Can I ask where I can get this shrink tube from?

    • @bbyrdsong
      @bbyrdsong 2 роки тому

      It's out of stock now but this is what I bought: www.helidirect.com/products/black-heat-shrink-350mm

    • @Nuno_Tomas
      @Nuno_Tomas 2 роки тому

      @@bbyrdsong Thank you o much...

  • @truckermax1
    @truckermax1 2 роки тому

    Nice! but please get a better camera person.

  • @munstadi8234
    @munstadi8234 2 роки тому

    Hi. I would gladly pay you for one of these. Any chance you could include the screws also? Pls let me know how much and we can set this up. Thanks!!!!!

  • @warbird_1
    @warbird_1 2 роки тому

    i drew up and 3D printed a nice one

  • @MasterBlud
    @MasterBlud 2 роки тому

    Literally printed this out today. How does the stability react to it in flight?

    • @bbyrdsong
      @bbyrdsong 2 роки тому

      If your camera supports auto-stability, it's great, very smooth with little to no vibrations.

    • @MasterBlud
      @MasterBlud 2 роки тому

      @@bbyrdsong what about the heli? Anything I need to look out for before I bring it up? I usually cruise with my heli. No tricks. I keep it in safe.

    • @bbyrdsong
      @bbyrdsong 2 роки тому

      @@MasterBlud just make sure you're running a high headspeed, idle up 2, to keep it up.

    • @MasterBlud
      @MasterBlud 2 роки тому

      I'm still pretty new to model aircraft. Where in the spektrum transmitter is the setting for both of head speed and idle

    • @MasterBlud
      @MasterBlud 2 роки тому

      @@bbyrdsong I think I understand now. I use the stock settings from the site to radio on my DX6. If I want to keep safe, use forward programming for stability on the stunt level 2 as the radio calls it.

  • @pogchampminku2535
    @pogchampminku2535 2 роки тому

    I saw the mockingbird skit, was so good 😂😂

    • @bbyrdsong
      @bbyrdsong 2 роки тому

      That was years ago!! Thx!

  • @43SunSon
    @43SunSon 2 роки тому

    wow, really? 10 minutes flying time ?!!! Btw, do you know the percentage of the HS for 1400rpm is? Because I am using percentage instead of RPM.

    • @bbyrdsong
      @bbyrdsong 2 роки тому

      Really depends on your motor, pinion size and ESC to determine the percentage. There are many online headspeed calculators out there, that could help.

  • @43SunSon
    @43SunSon 2 роки тому

    What motor you use ?

    • @bbyrdsong
      @bbyrdsong 2 роки тому

      Stock

    • @43SunSon
      @43SunSon 2 роки тому

      @@bbyrdsong thanks. Do you still recommend this stock xlpower 4020 motor?

    • @bbyrdsong
      @bbyrdsong 2 роки тому

      @@43SunSon i would recommend the Egodrift Tengu 4025HS / 1050kV Motor. It's a great motor, fairly inexpensive too

  • @primeix
    @primeix 3 роки тому

    Thanks for putting out this video obviously a flaw on blades part and your services are needed also more information in the comments that I could find else where everyone with similar questions!

  • @MrRotorheadbob
    @MrRotorheadbob 3 роки тому

    Brian, building my Fusion 480 and I’d like to order one of your ESC mounts. How do I PM you on UA-cam?

    • @bbyrdsong
      @bbyrdsong 3 роки тому

      Email me at brian.byrdsong@gmail.com

  • @Gsxrtrix
    @Gsxrtrix 3 роки тому

    Looks great! About time we see a proper man room. Don’t forget a big TV and stereo.

  • @randallwatts9840
    @randallwatts9840 3 роки тому

    Where did you get your tray and shrink wrap? Thanks

    • @bbyrdsong
      @bbyrdsong 3 роки тому

      It came with the Raw kit but you can buy it separately from GoblinHelicopter.com

  • @siholley
    @siholley 3 роки тому

    That is such smooth flying, very impressive mate

  • @epoweredrc
    @epoweredrc 3 роки тому

    Awesome!!! Keep it up and you will do great.

  • @westhobbiesrc8051
    @westhobbiesrc8051 3 роки тому

    Very nice! Where do you get the big heat shrink?

  • @1tobicat
    @1tobicat 3 роки тому

    Thanks for taking the time to make this video. May I ask what size is the shrink tubing?

    • @bbyrdsong
      @bbyrdsong 3 роки тому

      it's for 4500-550 mAh packs and its 350mm long.

    • @ryanliberty2384
      @ryanliberty2384 Рік тому

      What is the flat width of the heat shrink?

  • @hoofarted8709
    @hoofarted8709 3 роки тому

    Hey bro...ive got my 480 built and im installing the electronics and the esc has two wires coming out of it and one wire is wrapped around a green donut and the other is not...i cant find any info on which wire goes to the flight controller but in your vid it looks like the wire that is wrapped around the green donut is the one that goes to the esc and you have the other wire tied up...so whats up with those two wires?...i can do all the programming stuff but i just dont know which of the two wires goes to the flight controller

    • @bbyrdsong
      @bbyrdsong 3 роки тому

      The one wire with 1 connector, is the primary wire in which you plug into the ESC port of your fbl. The other wire is for additional power if more voltage is needed for high-end servos (where you can select 8 volts vs 5). This wire gets plugged into any Aux port, if applicable.

    • @hoofarted8709
      @hoofarted8709 3 роки тому

      @@bbyrdsong THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!...Im not stupid but have been scratching my head on this all day and im not going to start hooking stuff up to see what happens either so thanks for clearing this up for me!!!...have not been all that impressed with the lack of information on the 480 build and having to make my own esc mounting plate and having to go back to the store for bullet connectors as well but it all worked out in the end...i now have to get the electronics and programing completed and im up in the air....so thank you again bro!!!

  • @jrman8300
    @jrman8300 3 роки тому

    Great job!