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Post by Mr NCT on Dec 27, 2022 19:43:45 GMT
It's my favorite plane to fly. So far it hasn't shown any bad habits. I like it better than the Spitfire but I might be biased.
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Post by Burkeomatic on Dec 28, 2022 2:22:11 GMT
It's my favorite plane to fly. So far it hasn't shown any bad habits. I like it better than the Spitfire but I might be biased. I have yet to build the spitfire, but I would assume that the FT P40 flies the same, same design and whatnot. It was designed by Andres, another former FT great. I am designing an AT802U that should probably also be a good flier. Going to print some rocket launchers for it any everything. |
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Post by Mr NCT on Dec 29, 2022 17:59:40 GMT
I'm constantly amazed how powerful the free version of Fusion 360 is. I decided I wanted a 'glass' canopy so I drew and printed a cockpit base and rear former and a separate windscreen. With some sanding they're both usable on the first try.  |
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Post by Burkeomatic on Dec 30, 2022 6:36:54 GMT
I'm constantly amazed how powerful the free version of Fusion 360 is. I decided I wanted a 'glass' canopy so I drew and printed a cockpit base and rear former and a separate windscreen. With some sanding they're both usable on the first try. The best feeling in the world is printing something after you design something. Are you going to make some sort of clear covering for it, and maybe stick a camera in it. It needs FPV. |
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Post by Mr NCT on Dec 30, 2022 22:03:33 GMT
Still haven't mentally pulled the trigger on fpv. If I tried it once I'd probably be hooked. Currently gearing up to do a needle cutter, getting really tired of printing & tiling plans.
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Post by Mr NCT on May 26, 2023 17:46:04 GMT
I know that I've broken the first rule of FB planes and started decorating BEFORE the first flight but... I can't help it - it'll probably never fly or turn sharp left and nose in on the maiden.   |
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Post by Burkeomatic on May 27, 2023 3:56:53 GMT
I know that I've broken the first rule of FB planes and started decorating BEFORE the first flight but... I can't help it - it'll probably never fly or turn sharp left and nose in on the maiden. That looks awesome! Yolo! Seriously, I am semistitious and I usually out on decorating, but I also think it is all in your head. I have a slight bit more nerves maidening a plane with a nice coat of paint. I think that may be it. So it will probably be fine, if it is going to crash, it will with or without paint on it. |
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Post by ratcheeroo on May 27, 2023 12:40:51 GMT
I know that I've broken the first rule of FB planes and started decorating BEFORE the first flight but... I can't help it - it'll probably never fly or turn sharp left and nose in on the maiden. Wow!!! That looks incredible! Awesome job all around, great work. It will fly as good as it looks for sure. |
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Post by Mr NCT on May 27, 2023 21:53:18 GMT
The decorating is done, now on to installing the electronics, finishing the canopy and gear. I tried the Hayes laser clear slide decals for the graphics. Much more forgiving than the inkjet version. I coated them with clear acrylic even though they don't call for it. They want to wrinkle and I think it gives them a little more body.  |
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Post by Mr NCT on Jun 3, 2023 18:23:53 GMT
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Post by droneflyer200 on Jun 3, 2023 19:46:08 GMT
Wow Tom that looks absolutely great!
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Post by Mr NCT on Jun 3, 2023 20:35:24 GMT
Thanks, gotta let the wind die down a bit before I fly it.
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Post by ratcheeroo on Jun 5, 2023 8:43:34 GMT
Finally finished, didn't exactly sprint through the tape.    Superb job!! Nailed it!! |
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Post by Mr NCT on Jun 9, 2023 15:16:50 GMT
Proof of life. Not the best conditions but the best in 2 weeks. I got rid of the under cambered wing tips in this version and almost paid the price for it at about the 1:15 point in the video.
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Post by ratcheeroo on Jun 9, 2023 15:35:53 GMT
Proof of life. Not the best conditions but the best in 2 weeks. I got rid of the under cambered wing tips in this version and almost paid the price for it at about the 1:15 point in the video. Nice save. She's a beauty, looks like a nice flier too, good job! |
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