Rc Plane

[Mido]

Hey all,
oK I wanted to get this RC plane but I'm not sure if it is good.
Can someone check the engine for me and let me knwo if it is ok. I'm not good with electric engines!
Thanks all
Let me know if you have one too!
http://cgi.ebay.ca/BRAND-NEW-RTF-BR...oryZ2563QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

 

[Rolex]

I think that's a great deal.

 

[Mido]

But is the engine any good? Or wouldi needa replace. I'm just worried that its not gonna fly well

 

[Rolex]

Did you watch the video? He did an ugly paint job, but that added more weight than the decals.
The plane is brand new and the motor has enough power for ground takeoffs on asphalt. It has plenty of lift and flies scale at under half throttle.
It's brushless and also comes with the lipos and charger plus extra prop.
Problem is, it's in Canada and you're looking at $45 shipping. I'd look around to see if you can get it locally or if your LHS will order one.

EDIT: I just noticed your in Canada, so you'll also have to pay the extra tax on it.

 

[Mido]

Ya the problem is i called my ;LHS and they have the cesdsna 182 which is the older version for 259.99

 

[Rolex]

I'm familiar with the other versions of the Cessna, and this one, at that price, being brushless with LiPos is a VERY good deal, even with the cost of shipping and extra tax.

 

[Mido]

Is it easy to break? I'm just worried because it is foam 1 crash its gone!
Thats the only thing..
Let me know what you think about that..

 

[Rolex]

Actually, the foam takes a really good beating and comes back for more. With a stick frame plane, one good hit and it's over. With these injected foam models, they keep coming back for more, and you can pick up a wing or a fuse as a spare very easily, and not have to build anything.

 

[Mido]

ok cool, I'm gonna buy it!

 

[Rolex]

I'm seriously tempted, but I've got too many planes and helis already. Being RTF out of the box makes it a really good deal.

 

[Mido]

But, one last thing, how fast would i go Roughly..And battery how long would it last..
woULD YOU personnally reccoment anything else in the same price range?

 

[Rolex]

In that price range, it's the best I've ever seen, considering that everything you need is there, it's brushless and comes with the LiPo and charger. Just don't copy the gross paint job in the video.

 

[Mido]

looooool, ok, frig the seller has the worst communication. I emailed him like 3 days ago asking him like 4 questions he answers back with only 1 answerd..

 

[Mido]

I JUST BOUGHT IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 I can't WAIIIIIIIIIIT I'm SOO EXCITED.. LOL I WATCHED LIKE 2 HOURS OF VIDEOS ON IT

BTW it is my first plane r they hard to fly? Any tips and hints?

 

[Rolex]

Since you've never flown before, spend a lot of time using the transmitter and understanding what the controls do. Unlike a car, you can't just stop.
When all the stick movements are second nature, take it to a good sized parking lot and practice take offs, and as soon as you come off the ground, land it, turn around and do it towards you. Remember, coming towards you reverses your perspective and you need to get used to it. After endless roll outs and landings, start getting it higher up. and make long and gentle movements till you learn what it can do. Sharp turns at low altitude will cause you to lose lift.
Just remember, they rarely wreck in the air, and sudden stops are good to avoid.

 

[Mido]

ya the only thing I'm worried about is landing. The hardest part i think

 

[Candyman]

When it comes to landing, make sure you have a lot of room at first. I was amazed at the amount of parking lot I used up when I was first learning to land. Take your time and bring it down gently at first. It might bounce a little, but that's ok. Just don't try to force it down. Slow the plane down as much as you can while still retaining control. Once it touches, cut the power and let it coast. It will take some practice, but you'll get it.

Now you've got me itching to fly again. Time to dig up my batteries and get my biplane in the air.

 

[Mido]

lool, alirhgt thanks all, have fun candyman..

 

[Rolex]

Take offs are optional. Landings are mandatory.

 

[251southernsmoke]

Dude yall got me wanting one lol....