They Made it Look So Easy! Maidens w/2 Planes Go Bad
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- Опубліковано 11 чер 2024
- After getting bit by the RC plane/flying bug, I thought I could just buy a few planes of different skill levels and just go out and fly.
Fueled by watching multiple videos from experienced pilots telling me these planes are so easy to fly, I placed orders. Several orders.
Watch and see what happens. Kids, don't try this at home.
Okay! So, this is a great video for a lot of reasons.
1.) Every time a UA-camr reviews a plane, take it with a huge grain of salt. They’re usually great pilots and as a beginner, you are not! Your experience is not likely to be similar to theirs.
2.) Unless you’re flying ultra-micro planes, a park or baseball field is way too small of a space.
3.) I also lost my first plane (a hobbyzone champ) in a tree!
Way to stay at it! Don’t TOUCH that viper until you can fly and land your other two planes consistently every time (a lesson I also had to learn!) The viper has way more power and the crash will be way more catastrophic.
Maybe find an actual RC club for that ranger, fly that for a few weeks, then maybe a Habu before you fly that viper. Keep taking your umx mustang out to the ball field though, that’s where it’s meant to fly!
Agreed, noted & pinned! Thank you! 😊
Really good advice here, and I'll try to add to it. I learned first with some flite test planes, by myself in a park. Later I joined a club and went to their training nights to learn "properly" from people who knew their stuff. I learned so much so quick. If there is a club in your area that you can afford for a season, I highly recommend taking advantage of your local experts. You also really do need a bit more space to fly that ranger as a beginner, especially if you want to graduate out of using SAFE, which you should do as quickly as possible, because SAFE will teach you bad habits (like that you turn by maxing out your roll stick, which you almost never do without SAFE unless you want to roll inverted). Definitely don't fly that jet until that ranger becomes boring to fly and you can go most every flight without incident. That jet will be FAR less forgiving of mistakes, and one or two mistakes is probably all you'll get without replacing most of the plane.
@lienmeat thank you so much! Really, it's help like this that is going to make me a decent pilot one day 🥲
definitely go to a club before flying t he jet they are fast & that park is way too small & to built up.
You flew RC remarkably well. You need a larger flying field.
Thanks! This is exactly what I think. With a larger field I won't feel the need to turn so urgently, I think. 🤔
Awesome to see people entering this hobby. It's such a rush taking off and (hopefully) landing the first few times. But it doesn't really go away :)
I think you did great to be honest, but would suggest either 1. flying somewhere with a bit more space to give you more time to react, or 2. getting a flight sim, and putting in some hours at home first to get the controls down.
Much appreciated! I'll look into those suggestions. 🙂👍
Just stumbled across your video...BRAVO for stepping out of your comfort zone and staying positive! I've been flying for over 30 years and STILL get a touch nervous on some maidens (especially balsa scratch builds). A few pointers (if I may), keep your throttle up around 75% while getting adjusted to a new plane and while trimming them out. Slower speeds bring you closer to stall speeds and are much less forgiving, so more finesse is required during turns. As you become familiar with the aircraft, start making lower passes and then start reducing throttle getting ready to land. Fly the aircraft to the wheels. All the best on your journey into flight! Doing great so far!
I really appreciate this Kevin, thank you! They kept saying 50% throttle but what you say makes more sense, especially since altitude is lost on some turns. Also, I realize a good landing was impossible in that field's surface.
This reminded me of my first attempt to fly, what was then called a, " Park Flyer " !
So I took it to a Park !
A State Park, with trees !
Lots of trees !
I found a small secluded area, where it was only me a couple of Swing Sets and those trees !
The area formed an almost perfect circle !
Perfect for Mother Nature maybe, but not so much for someone trying to teach themselves how to fly !
If I didn't say, this was a small battery powered Airplane !
Not really modeled after anything, just a body and some wings etc. !
I'm sure you understand !
Long story short, I too hand launched the aircraft, and from the very instant it left my finger tips it was Game on !
As crazy as it sounds, the only way I could control it in the circle of trees, was to throttle on, throttle off !
Right turn, throttle on, throttle off, glide throttle on, etc. !
It was probably one of the most adrenaline infused, chaotic 20 seconds of my life !
And that's probably about how long I kept it airborne, until outta the corner of my eye, I spied a landing strip !
Well at least a makeshift one !
It just happened to be the sand that made up the ground under the swings !
You know those State Park Swings with the oversized chains, meant to last a hundred years, attached to a
Rhino hide seat !
Somehow, I like to think by the Grace of GOD, I somehow managed to come in just under one of the hanging seats, and safely belly landed it !
After trying to settle down from the adrenaline rush, I was crazy enough to do it again !
I later found a much larger area in the Park to fly in, and continued to hone my skills as a pilot !
Those were the days !
And many things have happened since, as in Life they do !
Haven't flown in many years !
Just as I was slowing down my air time, I believe it was Futaba was just beginning to try and workout The kinks they had with their newly released 2.4 gigahertz gear !
If you lived it, you know what I'm talking about !
Good Luck with your future flights !
Clear skies and tailwinds, to you !
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Love a good story, this one didn't disappoint 👏
I expected "And then I discovered that Trees are married to Turbulence." New wing pease. And where did that tail go?
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Don’t get discouraged and keep laughing, happy rcing my friend
Thanks! I need the support! 😊
Go to a bigger area and get what we call 3 mistakes high Get used to the handling of the plane and being gentle on the sticks You're doing great for your first timer 😊
3 mistakes high! I like that. Thanks! 😄
Get an aeroscout and fly all summer😊 thanks for sharing😊
Man way to stay at it! We review planes often, and I will tell you, "Beginner friendly" and "Easy to fly" doesn't mean you don't need help. Absolutely the best way to learn to fly RC is with an instructor. Period. Doesn't mean you can't learn on your own, but you will crash if you do that. For sure. Getting someone experienced to help you with set up, pre-flight checks, and general knowledge is invaluable. Self leveling can help bail you out, but it teaches you some bad habits if you stay in it. We're doing a video on Landing RC planes for beginners soon. Check that out. We've reviewed some great trainer aircraft...including the Ranger. Again though..."great trainer" doesn't mean anyone can fly it without help. If you're going to teach yourself...the number one thing you need is a RC flying Sim like RealFlight. That will help you figure things out...and it has a reset button. There is even a new Trainer edition of that.
Thank you 🙂
Right on brother you got the right attitude Brother. At the end of the day you had a laugh got out of the house and made some memories. Awesome Brother keep on keeping on 👍👍👍👍🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
Appreciate it 🙏 bro!
This is a great video for beginners to watch. WELL DONE! I honestly feel, from my own experience and seeing others train at the club, that you did better than half of people first trying to fly an RC plane, even though it was using SAFE in beginner mode. Without an instructor, most people don't have a plane worth repairing after a couple flights. Beginners, please listen: You are witnessing a relative success story here. You really should consider joining a club and getting expert instruction, it helps a ton. I should have done it sooner than I did.
I appreciate these words and will take them to heart! 🙂
That was really fun to watch. You have a good way of communicating your good and positive vibe. I am a strictly helicopter pilot but your video for some reason I clicked on and was really fun to watch. I hope you keep having fun and enjoying this new aspect of the hobby. Peace and take care.
😁 thanks
I’m not overly experienced myself. But I thought you did remarkably well for having to figure it out yourself. My semi worthless advice would be to have a simple flying plan (routine) for starters. Take off, fly the pattern like it was a real flying field and set up for a gentle landing. If it’s coming in too hot or awkward, abort and fly around again. Nothing feels better than greasing in your landings.
Takes a big man to show his strengths and .weaknesses. Nice job champ, you are a natural, nerves of steel. Keep goin. I’m inspired. Thanks, I think!
Thanks bro, I laugh off the nervousness but it's there nonetheless. That's also what makes flying exciting for me. Anxiety 🤪🙂
I started with a Volantex P51D Mustang, only 400mm, and that crashed like yours. But I quickly got the hang of flying in stabilized mode. My second was a UMX Air Tractor and I crashed that too. Glue and it is now called Mr McGlue, but still flies as you could see on my UA-cam channel. I also fly the FMS Ranger 1220mm and that is a great plane. My E-flite Cherokee 1.3m is also a fantastic flyer as is my UMX Turbo Timber Evolution. You'll get flying very well quickly. Some flight time on a simulator has been an outstanding way to learn to fly. Thanks for the video.
Thank you! 😊
Great video, thanks for sharing.
My first instructor 45 years ago would never let me take the plane off. He said; first we'll teach you to fly, then we'll teach you to land.
When I asked why in this order? His response was; ANYBODY, can take a plane off!
Best of luck with your new hobby.
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That was pretty awesome. Thank you, we enjoyed this video. Have fun and keep up the great attitude 😊
Thank you! Will do! 😁
Ha ha that was awesome, thought you did really well steep learning curve by the looks of it. Look forward to seeing you learn to fly!
Thanks! I keep wanting to hit the brakes like I'm driving a car, which is in effect killing throttle which is why I keep falling. Have to unlearn that behavior 🙂
Your throttle is not your elevator. You must pull back on the left stick to pull up. That little helicopter has you confused. Real RC helicopter controls are just like RC planes. That toy helicopter is 3 channels and only has pitch and yaw control, not pitch and aileron control. You keep crashing in the turns because you are not giving enough up the elevator which is pulling back on the right stick. Get a free flight simulator. FMS has a free flight simulator that connects with the FMS radio you have. Next, go to a bigger field or parking lot with no obstacles. You need at least 3 football fields long and 2 wide when learning to fly. That way you can focus on flying and not focus on avoiding onsticals.
Thank you for this! 🙂
depends some transmitters have Mode 2 aka Left stick up / down throttle right / left left stick rudder and right stick up / down elevator and left / right right stick alieron i know as i fly RC aircraft theres a vid on my channel of my 6 ft wingspan IC 4 stroke Cessna 182 from about 15 years ago lol
@@bigbristv check the model first as some if not most are Mode 2 now the opposite
@@TS-STORM Thanks 😊
This was great, thank you! I always advise people to get a flight sim with included controller first before they buy an actual plane. It lets you learn takeoff, landing and the flight controls at your own pace and crashes are just a "reset" away from never happening.
Thanks! My reset is buying new planes 😂
Wow, your doing good by yourself. I would recommend one of the pusher prop/glider style planes. The prop is protected and the tend to fly a little slower. Save that jet till you are a confident flyer. And I recommend a larger flying area. Then you are not constantly turning. This will give you time to think about what you are doing. That small space has you constantly reacting, eventually you crash. Good luck.
Thanks 😁
A great video my friend. Please don’t give up. We all have to start somewhere, and your obvious excitement means you’ll get there! I also mirror the other comments here; don’t fly that jet until you have the basics under your belt. I think that thing will scare you a bit at this stage. The very best of luck on your journey. Subbed!
Thank you very much 😊
keep flying its totally worth it, id probably of kept practicing with the small one more, get more comfortable 👍 was not expecting you to get a big plane so soon after little one 😀 then crashed it, hope you fix it,thats a very nice plane, then out of nowhere BOOM here's a jet 😀 brilliant stuff 😀 great vid dude,really enjoyed it 😀👍👍👍
Thanks bro, things didn't really go down how I wanted but heh, that's life, right?
My son and the nice support I'm getting here is bolstering me, and the jet is going to be a present for sticking with and making it!
Keep at it ; leave the jet in the box though ...
Absolutely! I bought it as an incentive to push forward. I'm not THAT far outside of my mind, bro 😂
well done and you have the ability to laugh at yourself which is not something that everyone reaches in life...and your a good flier..smaller they are the harder to fly. Ive been there with the tree so its real to life..keep it up and enjoy.
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That was better than my first 3 attempts combined. You got them back.
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Sounds like you’re on the right track my friend. And remember, even those guys, the Brian Phillips of the world, crash planes. It’s all part of the hobby. The more space you have the better. Two things make me nervous when flying, 1) Hurting someone and 2) Property Damage. So I try and fly as far from either of those as possible and I can focus solely on flying. Also, if you don’t have Real Flight simulator, stop biting planes and get the SIM!!! It is worth its weight in airplanes!!! The muscle memory and overall understanding of takeoff, flight and landing will improve dramatically, without costing you thousands to learn. And my last bit of advice is to start with a plane like that Ranger to learn on. Not those UMX planes or that Viper 😂. Welcome to the most addicting hobby on the planet 😂
Thanks! 🙂
I learnt through countless 60 inch balsa wood models as a 35 year old. Large models fly best, but they are more dangerous to others and more expensive. One must have insurance and training. I was an idiot and did not. (When I knew the basics; like propping up the dropping wing with the aileron stick, as the plane comes towards you) I tried my hand at aerobatics. I often stalled my seven pound models trying fancy flying. Maddeningly, there is little information regarding variable scratch built model weight and the fuel power, i.c. engine size, possible tuned pipe use, best prop combination critically needed. Modern foam models with safe mode, make all these worries redundant. However, large high wing models are best to learn on because the wing is protected during heavy landings, thanks to the friendly 'pendulum effect,' with help from S.A.F.E. Hope this helps.
@user-on9rk5xr1p it helps that someone with such experience and knowledge would take the time to share such on my video. Thank you very much. I really appreciate it 🙏
Big Bris, I learned to fly 15 or 16 years ago on something like the 2nd one you flew, plenty of dihedral. EDF’s are my favorites, can’t wait to see you fly it. It’s a totally different experience. They eat up real estate really quick, but are a blast. Keep those videos coming bro!
Thanks bro, I needed that! 🙏
Dude, awesome video. Love your attitude, I've been picking up those little Air Hog toys on sale and they're fun but I keep looking at the Park Zone planes. So cool, big props to your son for getting you to keep trying too!
Appreciate it bro 💯
My friend UA-cam sent me to this. I have no interest in the subject but you make me smile. Thank you!
I've done my job then, thanks! 😁
Hi you doing good as new flyer I picked up a ranger to help new flyers its about 7mths old and has over 80 flights and still doing good just set it up for a new flyers he has now 29 flights on and no issue if you can find a bigger area to fly and no trees lol alot easier an I have the viper very fast and you really have to be on your game find some one to help you and stand next to you to take the control just in case and welcome to the hobby I been it for 54years started back in the 60's😊😊😊👍👍👍
Thank you for the support! 🙂
I HIGHLY recommend the tail heavy rc video on his guide on stalls, I noticed you're stalling your plane in multiple ways including holding up on the elevator too much! Tricky I know! He talks about lowering power to idle first which is slows everything down specifically the accelerated nose dives so common mid turn when starting out. If you're a car person you're essentially understeering your lift on your wing and having trouble finding out why more throttle or elevation/steering won't fix it which doesn't fix an understeer but backing off both does for both cars and the lift on your wing in a stall! Hope that helps
Thanks, it does!
Awesome video. I was thinking of getting this one. Very helpful 👍✌🏼
Thanks, did I sway you one way or another? Don't want to put anyone off from flying 😒
Great job on your first R/C planes flights I have been flying R/C planes since I was 14 years old all I can say keep at it Bris don't be afraid find yourself some other people who fly R/C planes to give you a hand and to help you out some also a big helpful tool for getting into R/C flying is a good R/C flight sim like Realflight Evolution you get to fly everything from planes jets and helicopters the best part of the sim is when your crash it's a whole cheaper to hit the reset botton to replace a whole model plus you could fly in multiplayer mode and get to talk too a whole of bunch people who have been flying to help you out some that's my 2 cents dude do whatever feels right but just do it in a safe matter IMHO.
I really appreciate this! Thank you 😊 🙏
@@bigbristv Anytime Bris hey if your curious about the Realflight simulators? Take a look at some of my videos I posted on some of the flights I've done with it to me I use it to help sharpen my flying skills some plus to get hangout and meet other "R/C pilots" on there as well.
@3DMOFO2020 thanks! Will do 👍
My first RC aircraft flights didn't go as well as yours, Well Done!
Thanks 😁
You're doing fine. Everything takrs practice. Find some guy's flying and they'll show you everything. RC people are the most friendly of all. Keep with the high wing and save the micro and jet for when you get some experience. All flying is a blast.
Thanks David! 🙂
You did great. I think if you had a bit more space you would have had an easier time of it. At least you had the nerve to give it a try. I'm scared of any RC that fly's. Great job filming and flying.
Thanks! I needed that 🙌
You made a good choice in 1st plane. Next step would be an aeroscout or apprentice. But youll need a larger feild for those!
Thanks!
Oh man, you'll love that Ranger. Much easier to fly with that high wing and the bigger size 👍🫡 Those micros are really hard to fly.. I'd say you did pretty good for a maiden!
Thanks! Just taped, glued everything and went back out. Same result, but I had more confidence this time. Ordered 2 props, hopefully we'll get it right! 😁
@@bigbristv it'll just make those smooth flights more satisfying 👍
Thanks, I really appreciate it 🙏
Agreed. Nice first flight.✌🏼
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You done better than a lot of people for first flight, I brought one of these quickly followed by a T28 Trojan 1100mm which was even easier to fly then a Arrows Bigfoot high wing mega easy to fly and now have about seven Planes all in less than a year
That's what I'm talking about! 💪
Good heavens buddy...... i think you've gone mad!! :)
Not 1, not 2, but THREE planes in that short of time??!! You got passion for it....... that's for certain.
As other reviewer suggested just before me try to head out to a more open place meant for that.
I myself would be too terrified to possibly hit a person with that or have it go astray and get into traffic or what not. Having said that the flying definitely looks fun. Good luck moving forward!!
Thanks for this, and yes. I've gone mad! 🤪
I'll try to be more careful.
I'm half excited, half worried for you! I've been thinking of trying a plane, and as much as I'd want a bush-style cub, I probably need something so light and slow it could be flown inside... but ego.
I know how you feel. I moved on to a plane that's waaaay too fast 😂
The comments say you should run for president! Mr positive. I use to fly “U”. Control. Flew many strait into the asphalt.
😁 What is U control? Un controlled?
I love your enthusiasm, and I hope you stick with the hobby! Two tips to make your experience less expensive and frustrating: first, get a simulator, like RealFlight. That way crashes don't cost any time or money. Second, find yourself a local club where you can get an instructor to take you up on a buddy box. You'll learn way more quickly and make some new friends too.
I appreciate this advice, thank you! 😊
Yay! I started in the last 2 years too. I'll second the recommendation to learn on a sim. A few minutes a day of deliberate practice and you'll be very confident. It might also give you quick access to a larger space to fly to give yourself a bit more time. If your transmitter supports it try using low rates or expo to smooth things out.
@SeanPoulter thanks!
This cracked me up seeing big boxes drop on the table each time 😂 yeah bigger field man
But wait, there's more! 😂
Great video and I loved the 2 surprises when I saw the jet I just had to laugh. Fun hobby, be sure to bring some glue with you to the flying field 😂
Thanks 😁
Do you get stick shaking if you are approaching a stall? 😊
We have a city RC field, and it's huge.
However, timberrattle territory, so it's an incentive not to get back into the grass or woods.
@markraciborski4289 you know, I experienced this for the first time Sunday, after a viewer rolled up on me unexpectedly. Freaked me out. I should have scrubbed the launch.
I love this! Getting into RC flying has been one of my favorite hobbies. Enjoy!!!
Also... the foam is super-easy to repair. Get some gorilla glue and just glue it back together!
Thanks 🙂
This is a great video, It seems like everyone that reviews a plane/boat/car is paid/given free product to review. You seem like a regular guy just having fun. I would recommend finding someplace better and bigger to fly even if you have to drive a little ways away, so you don't have so many trees and are less likely to hit someone. Those 400mm planes are hard to fly, and don't be discouraged when you crash. I would buy some foam tac or foam to foam glue and glue them back together. I also buy props a few at a time.
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First flights ? You are doing very well, I like these Happy RC Video's :)
Thanks 😄👍
Hey brother,
You had me laughing my butt off! Every so many minutes you’re testing and flying a new aircraft after just CRASHING the last, just wayyyy tooo funny bro! Add a way for others to send you a few bucks as you’re totally worth it for the laughs alone! You remind me how I use to fly different aircrafts and always have a reason to seem to crash them, just too funny is all I can say! INSTANT SUB for me, keep the laughs coming, we all need to laugh INCLUDING YOU!!
I'm happy you enjoyed it! 😊
my new favorite youtuber!! love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Nice flying 👍
Thanks!
You chose a warbird for your first plane. Those are designed to be fast and agile, for dogfights. You wouldnt put a flight school student in a dogfight. Also, ive never had good results from Horizon. They've not very durable. Your Ranger was an excellent choice. To repair your wing, use either CA glue from the hobbyshop, or Gorilla Glue super glue. I like Gorilla Glue Gel. It doesnt run on application. To repair the wrinkled foam section, try steam and a large spoon to smooth. Many videos of repairing foam planes are on line. You definitely need a larger flying field. A rule of thumb is, whatever space you THINK you need, triple it. And, welcome to the hobby, brother.
Thank you 😊
Little more height tad more throttle and less input on the sticks just stooge around a bit and practice how much input you need to give to get where you want to be(more space would be a bonus ! ) if you are not sure of your approach on landing throttle up and go around again. Bloody well done for having a go. Leaving that jet in the box for a while longer is great advice aswell ! Volantex make a little 400mm F16 that may suit as an intermediate step as stated they eat up the sky real fast . Good fun. Regards Chris
Appreciate it Chris! Viper's staying boxed for sure.
The trick as a beginner is to do a constant turn and fly in circle. Then you reduce the mind workload and can focus on throttle and stick feel. One need to learn instictive throttle increase with large stick movements, and decrease throttle once the movement is over. Otherwise you either stall or fly faster and faster. You flew incredible well for a first go at it!
I appreciate the help. Seems right 🫡
It’s great that you even got it up in the air and flying… I flew a simulator for months before I took to the air…
This video was hilarious tho… every time you crash you came back with a bigger more expensive thing to crash…
😂 that, was NOT my goal but whatever.
Great job actually flying! Just attempted my first and second takeoff and barely got off the ground 😂
Those planes are much tougher then I expected!
I know! I was all cocky like, piece of cake! Until I tried. So difficult at first, especially coming out of rc cars.
Keep trying, you'll get it! 🙂
@@bigbristv I was under the impression that taking off was a piece of cake and that landing was going to be tough . . . exactly like you showed . . . 😉
@@bigbristv Yup, second plane is on the way . . .
@lesdmess845 the takeoff can be easy depending on the surface and wind. See my latest effort for the struggle 😀
Dude at least you’re having fun.
Maybe find a bigger space to fly to start with oh and put that jet away for a while 😂
Keep at it dude
Thanks 🙂
Great video keep up the flying
Thank you! 😊
Friggin good job Bro !!! Never give in you'll have a sht ton of fun ... You'll be dangerous 😉🙃😎 NZ
I appreciate the sentiment.
For a first time, you did amazingly. I would go to a large field not in a city for any maiden flight especially for a first time flyer but great job.
I will say jumping to a jet is a bit of a stretch. Definitely go to the large field outside of the city for the jet. Way faster flights with more of a risk of tip stalls if you get too slow.
Agreed 👍
Little bit of opposite rudder during turns buddy. Example: Right bank with a little bit of left rudder. It keeps the fuselage, or main body of the plane, parallel with the ground... so no elevation loss.
Thanks 🙂
The whole idea is to enjoy yourself, and you did.
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Bro! You were doing alright with that little p51 at that location but no way should you have flown the Ranger at that baseball field with all them trees and fences around. You did great but that parking lot where you were running your rc car and saw the other guys flying jets is more ideal to fly at (based on what I can see in the video) Keep going! Don't give up, and soon you will been bitten by the airplane bug and you'll have 20+ models in no time. :D
I agree on the beach parking lot idea. Trying to find good times to go when the crowd is minimal since, you know, summer 😂 Thanks!
I bought a small foam plane BF109 first plane. Incredibly easy to fly and its never been crashed!
Incredible 😲
Love it - you are awesome😅😜
Thanks!
good job mate, i would leave that jet in the box for a bit, good choice with the ranger, but you do need a more open field, the ranger is more forgiving but watch that throttle control, best of luck in your journey and stay positive
Thanks! You know, I immediately came home, got on the phone with FMS and arranged a return of the Viper. My son overheard and reminded me the Viper was an incentive to keep learning and get good enough to build & fly it. Love that boy. 🥲
Alright, you got me. Let's see how you get on.
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I flew my first rc plane in 2018,it was a Parkzone Sport Cub S 2,1300mm,I never flew a simulator,and went out without help and flew it well the first time.That airplane is great for beginners,these smaller planes are not a first time plane for beginners.
It may depend on the person, but I largely agree. I taught myself to drive stick shift and never burned a clutch so I thought this would be similar, and so far it is. I just have to keep visualizing and going thru the motions even when I'm not flying, so when I do fly I'll have "muscle memory" of sorts, if that makes sense.
I started with a 1.5 m original Eflite Timber. No computer so no simulator, growing up in the 80s, RC was EXPENSIVE and I'm from a working class no help type family. Within 1 year I had 12 Eflite, 4 FMS,2 Dynam and 2 FlightLine rc planes. Should have bought a computer and simulator but it's way tooooooo much fun flying. Now I'm more contemporary, 8 airplanes 4 collective pitch rc helicopters, SAB goblin Blade 330, 270 fusion and 2 230s's..lI also say Eflite and Spektrum are best for beginners and seasoned pilots
Wow, sounds like what I did with cars. 😄
I thought you did pretty good for a beginner, Most comments here are from advanced RC pilots like myself that I agree with, ( Advanced pilot means we don't crash as much as we used to LOL). But it still happens to us all, I have been flying RC planes for a long time and still have one of those Stupid moments at times, But yeah, A instructor, Or a flight sim will help you a lot. I have about 50 some planes, boats, cars, trucks, And they all have their own personality, You need to learn them. I say stay with the Ranger for a bit until you know every little thing about it, You have the "Fever" and I know you are looking at planes that are to far advanced for you yet, Like that jet, You will be there one day just don't rush it. ModelAV8R has taught me some good tips over the years, And have bought planes that he reviewed, Have fun and be safe, And don't get frustrated, A friend of mine who I fly with in a Piper Archer says Flying a RC plane is harder then Flying a real plane, So there ya' go. Welcome to the hobby!
Thank you for this! I'm right there with you, looking right over my broken plane (at stuff I shouldn't be) thinking, "How hard can it be?" I want to buy more. But then I wake up (my wife wakes me up) and realize I need way more practice. And patience. We'll get there. Thanks again!
Wouldn't dare fly at that field, nowhere to go if something goes wrong. All have to start somewhere. Been flying RC for 60 years so much easier and cheaper now. Keep at it. But above all have Fun.
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Not too bad for an uni tutored maiden!
I had to teach myself to fly before stabilisation..... 😃I smashed a load of planes..... Enjoyed myself..... And got there in the end. Good luck and best wishes. Jon.
Thanks Jon, I appreciate the vote of confidence. 😄
I personally think you did very well for the first flight. I do recommend finding a larger area with less trees.
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When I go to fly FPV quads, I take a crescent wrench with a light rope tied to it to huck into the trees for quad recovery. Now you get to learn how to repair foam ;) Enjoy your new hobby!
Thanks bro, I can imagine that. Saw that piece of what looked like part of a pitchers mound I chucked up into that tree? 😂🤣
Great video good luck with the flying
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I like your name, too 😉
Very enjoyable video made me smile and laugh ( mainly coz I'd be the same 😊) what i will say is how did you follow that P51 i lost sight of it when it left the ground!! Keep going your getting there bud
Thanks! It's easier to see in person, the human eye is wonderfully made 😉
Lol. I started with a small F4U Corsair just like yours. First flights in a baseball diamond. It was too quick and small!
It got away from me about a week later when i couldn't tell what direction it was facing and flew away! 😮
Ah man, I know the feeling, sort of. Those little ones are quick! 😃 Thinking of an eFlite UMX in the future for smaller areas.
Acted like the trim was off or it was nose heavy after the first crash. Looked like you was fighting it to keep it from going down. That low wing fighter is also one of the harder designs to fly. Something like a slower piper cub would be much better. You did really well and that plane is amazingly durable.
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Don't forget to test your controls boys and girls after each crash to make sure all functions are still working correctly before talking off again. Happy flying, and never give up
FACTS!
Ok. You're having too much fun!
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I always make soft landings in threes.
Better than damage your prop on the asphalt.
The lake is also an Option as landingzone,but I am afraid of cold water and frogs.
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Find a local flying club and they will help you learn to fly better, you are doing great and have the right attitude a cheap hot melt glue gun will do a good job fixing foam planes or 5 min. epoxy. Remember flying RC planes is all about having fun !
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I taught myself to fly with a simulator 10 years ago, but I used a real park-friendly airplane; the UMX Radian. It's a slow flyer that self-levels and rarely ever gets into trouble. Once I got that sorted, I moved on to a Champ RTF (Yellow cub). After crashing that, I found #FliteTest and started building foam kits. I could beat the crap out of those and rebuild them in 20 minutes! I even have Flite Test EDF's: the Retro Rocket is a great foamy jet. That's where "Build, Test, repeat" or Build, Crash, Repeat comes from. #JoshBixler.
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Not bad at all for beginning , lot a pilots wish they can fly like that
People keep saying that and I appreciate it but can't see it. I don't think I did well at all 🤔
Not that bad for the first time mate 👍
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I'm sorry, but this is too funny. Love it
Language bro, thanks.
Gotta find you a larger spot to fly at and be mindful of the wind. I think a lot of the issue is thermals/heat coming off the that interstate roadway and those cars are causing the air to be turbulent. Heat rising from concrete, asphalt, and surrounding buildings I would guess is all in that ball park.
You know, I never considered thermals. Probably worse flying in that parking lot by the beach 🤔
That park is pretty small for the 1220 Ranger. I would definitely consider getting an Aeroscout to work on your landings.
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Also, if you have a gaming pc, you can get a G3 Rc flight simulator. Comes with a transmitter replica that plugs into the pc. Lots of fun and excellent training.
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@@bigbristv Radio control is an awesome hobby. Can be a layed back career too...
Did you know that the best competition 4 X 4 Rc drivers can earn over 90K annually?...
Mid class drivers make about 60K annually.
Mediocre drivers make around 42K annually.
I saw one race that was three heats. Winner got
$1500 each race. And if the same guy won all three races he got an extra $5000. Races were about 20 minutes each. Had he won, broken part early in second heat, he would have walked away with $9500 for an afternoon. I'm saving up for a competition 4 X 4. Lol
I started the exact same way over 15 years ago got myself cessna 182 and a f35 jet. This is in the age before any kind of flight assistance needless to say the jet didn't survive but the 182 I had my ups and downs the first day but packing tape works wonders also put some on your Leading Edge of the wing for those hard landings to prevent some of those scrapes. And even the free and cheap flight simulators that you can connect your control to will help you figure out how to land at least get your fingers trained I now fly planes helicopters and drones but it all started just like you
Tell me some good news, how does it end? 🤔😂
I'm not a someone that flies a lot, but I do have a suggestion for the Cessna, bigger wheels and tyres.
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i recommend these micro warbirds to everyone because they are great for beginners and they look cool enough to not make u feel silly which matters cause even tho i find piper cubs sexy af not everyone does but these 450mm warbirds are entry level to see if like it once you step it up even to a umx wich is 500 t0 750 mm depending on the model but flying gets much better and more realistic the bigger the plane and easier bellive it or not. remember tho a good rule of thumb is if its a small plane its gonna fly like a humming bird if its big it will be more like a crow or seagul
Hummingbird. Seagull. Got it. Thanks! ✌️
Good job
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You did very well.
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Try landing with head wind gives it lift and slows it down also watch out for cross winds and if the landing looks sketchy do a go around then collect yourself then try again in my experience forcing landings can lead to damage also try to prevent dead sticking it’s when the battery is dead you can glide it but if you’re high up and strong winds trying doing circles to lower altitude into a glide path i had that happened to me before
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Always remember, height is yr best friend when learning to fly Rc model planes 👍.
Yup, I keep it waaaaay up there 😄
Props to staying positive and focused! ( Props get it? heh)
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I enjoyed your experience totally! I would do it exactly the same way. I hoe you produce more video as you get better. I am going to subscribe to you. Fly high my friend. Thanks. N
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good job i thought your first flights were going to be way worse lol
Me too 😂