Dynamic Soaring close to 400 mph Great Day at Weldon, California. Dynamic Soaring breaking record. Close to 400 mph RC Gliders without any propellers or motors. December 22, 2009
Dynamic soaring is a flying technique used to gain energy by repeatedly crossing the boundary between air masses of significantly different velocity. Such zones of high wind gradient are generally found close to obstacles and close to the surface, so the technique is mainly of use to birds and operators of radio-controlled gliders, but glider pilots have occasionally been able to soar dynamically in meteorological wind shears at higher altitudes. The highest speeds reported are by radio controlled gliders at 505 mph (813 km/h).[1]
Dynamic soaring is sometimes confused with controllable slope soaring which uses a similar but different technique for achieving elevation.
I plan to fly it in competition at Middle Wallop on Sunday the 6th of May. This will also be it's maiden flight! It was built from scratch (not from a kit). So all the parts were cut out by hand
Code No.: A340KIT
Wing Span: 64 in / 1625 mm Wing Area: 592 sq in / 38.2 sq dm Flying Weight: 5.5 lbs / 2500 g Fuselage Length: 45.5 in / 1155 mm Power System: 40 Size Glow or Electric Glow Power Requires: 4-channel radio w/5 standard servos, 2-stroke 0.40-0.46 engine Electric Power Requires: 4-channel radio w/ 4 standard servos, Outrunner Motor KM37490750 w/Radial Mount Adaptor HW2340300, 40A Brushless ESC, 4 cells 14.8V 3200mAh Lipo battery and charger.
The Pilatus PC-6 Porter is a single-engined Short Take-Off and Landing (STOL) utility aircraft designed by Pilatus Aircraft of Switzerland. The reliability and versatility in all weather and terrain conditions have established the reputation of the PC-6 as a rugged utility aircraft. First flown in 1959, it remains in production for over 50 years. The World Models is trying to capture the characteristics of this legendary aircraft in both Kit and ARF version and present to RC flyers.
Features: - Interlocking parts cut with laser precision. - Easiest building with perfect fit parts, takes shape without the need to work on top of drawings. - Complete hardware package included. - Optional package of covering, gas power and electric power available.
7.2v NiMH 2000mAh 7.2v NiMH 3000mAh 7.2v NiMH 3500mAh I think it goes up to 5000mAh Make sure it is 6 cells so it fits 1/10 MadSpeed or 1/10 HPI Sprint 2 Drift The higher the mAh, the longer it last. Though, I use 2000mAh, I don't play much. ------------------------------
This is an Unboxing, Build, Review, and Maiden Flight video for the WLToys Cessna 182 RC Plane. I reviewed this because of its price point and that a few of my subscribers were wondering if it was a decent alternative to the legendary Hobbyzone Champ made by Horizon Hobby.
Here are my review notes:
Pros: - Long flight times - Plenty of power - The radio is very good for a ready to fly - RTF RC Plane - Does nice loops
Cons: - This is not a hobby grade RC Trainer Plane - The CG is a challenge to get dialed in since the battery bay limits adjustments
The longer I have this WLtoys F949 Cessna 182 3 Channel RC Aircraft, the more I enjoy flying it.
Here are some facts about the The Cessna 182 Skylane which this RC Plane is modeled after:
The Cessna 182 Skylane is an American four-seat, single-engined light airplane, built by Cessna of Wichita, Kansas. It has the option of adding two child seats, installed in the baggage area.
Introduced in 1956, the 182 has been produced in a number of variants, including a version with retractable landing gear, and is the second most popular Cessna model, after the 172.
The Cessna 182 was introduced in 1956 as a tricycle gear variant of the 180. In 1957, the 182A variant was introduced along with the name Skylane. As production continued, later models were improved regularly with features such as a wider fuselage, swept tailfin with rear "omni-vision" window, enlarged baggage compartment, higher gross weights, landing gear changes, etc. The "restart" aircraft built after 1996 were different in many other details including a different engine, new seating design, etc.
By mid-2013 Cessna planned to introduce the next model of the 182T, the JT-A, using the 227 hp (169 kW) SMA SR305-230 diesel engine running on Jet-A with a burn rate of 11 U.S. gallons (42 L; 9.2 imp gal) per hour and cruise at 155 kn (287 km/h).[4][5] Cessna has no timeline for the JT-A and the diesel 172.[6] The normally aspirated, avgas fueled 182 went out of production in 2012, but came back in 2015.[7]
I still plane to make more videos with this WL Toys Cessna - 182, so stay tuned for those in the near future.
I made this really cheap smoke machine for creating a smoke trail behind my radio controlled electric plane. It is a simple design using things that I already had lying around my shop. The "smoke" is created by releasing talculm powder from a small container attached under the wing of my rc plane. To control the release rate of the powder & to prevent clogging, I added a wind-driven auger that keeps the outlet clog-free.
This is the first prototype and it has some limitations: 1. the container (a McCormicks spice container that held 0.7g of Ground Tyme) is very small so the smoke trail doesn't last very long before the container is emptied 2. I lose about 30% of the powder on take-off so I need to add a servo to keep the outlet closed until I get airborne
A smoke machine is a great tool to have, because sometimes a small vacuum leak is alot more tougher to find than one would imagine.
This is a smoke machine I made for finding automotive vacuum and exhaust leaks. The whole project cost under $40. Be careful if you try building a home made smoke machine. The mineral oil I used was not explosively flammable, but it will definitely catch fire!
Evaluation of Swedish made 18g smoke cartridges for electric planes.
Now's your chance to own a Killer Plane that has starred in one (or more) of our videos. Most of these babies have Supermax Crashproofing installed (and then some). These are just the first 23, make sure to look at Part 2 too! Thanks! Let the bidding begin! For a guideline - Most of the pricing starts at the Plane's price + Supermax Crashproofing Installed. Shipping is extra. Some of the planes cannot be broken down for shipping. We can deliver at the NEAT Fair.
If you see something you like, just look it up on our site and add the plane price + Supermax Crashproofing installed to get a good "starting point" - then make us an offer. We will register your bid and sell to the highest bidder.
These are previously flown and tested airplanes, which we fly and test in order to make our sales videos. We are selling them as is. All of the parts and systems worked perfectly the last time we flew it. After we shoot our video, we put up the gear, take out the battery and put it on it's rack. Since then it's been sitting on it's rack untouched. As you can tell from the video, everything is working on the plane.
After waiting for months for this buggy to be released, as soon as I saw that Tower Hobbies had it, I placed me order. I was actually hoping to get the Kraton first, but this was released first and looking at it in my hands, I really have no regrets on getting this buggy. It just looks amazing! I just hope it hold up and performs as good as it looks.
A video tour of the awesome RC Garage Hobby Shop located in Boronia, Victoria.
RC Garage was built from the ground up by enthusiasts for enthusiasts. We're dedicated to delivering quality products and service to our valued customers. To ensure your satisfaction we only stock brands we know and trust. Check out our huge assortment of cars, trucks, buggies, truggies, monster trucks, planes, helicopters, boats, die cast models, rockets, slot cars and much more. To keep your model running at its peak we also have plenty of accessories and spare parts available and if we don't have the spares you need, we'll do our best to get them as quickly as possible.
With our huge range of stock, solid dependable knowledge all things RC and friendly staff, why go anywhere else?
This is the GPTOYS S912 RC Car, super fast, a ton of fun, and crazy cheap/affordable at only ~$70, plus it comes with an extra battery!
-Each battery last about 10 minutes of drive time. -Top speed, I was able to max out around 20 MPH -Impressive power and handling -Max TX distance approx ~150 ft -1/12th scale, a bit smaller than the previous RC Cheetah, but much more portable, can fit in a bookbag. -Overall, it's a ton of fun, very portable, powerful, and durable, and all for only $70 is crazy!
