Flying model aviation can be a traumatic event or a fun experience. Obviously, we always hope to achieve our positive expectation. There are many different ways to start your adventure in this hobby. Besides the countless time commitment, the required fund is also be included in our consideration.
However in this article, we would like to share the experience on starting the hobby by scratch building. Scratch building a model aviation may vary from a cheap, simple-built trainer, to a scale and precise model. It is recommended to start the hobby with low investment and to get the fell and experience of enjoying this hobby with great satisfaction. Once you have tried and experienced it, don’t be surprised if you get addicted to this hobby, as well as the community.
There are lots and lots of design plans of scratch building model aviation made available on the internet. You might want to start with the easiest and simple build. One of the example is the design plans from Flite Test which involves small number of parts and minimum electronics required to finish the model. We would like also to share some design plans which will add to the selections. A pusher-parkjet foamies has been a popular simple and quick build model. There are 2 design plans made available freely to try this hobby experience.
The first design is a pusher parkjet, based on the Russian 5th generation fighter, Sukhoi T-50 PAK FA. The delta wing provides large wing’s surface area to enable sufficient lift for a slow cruise flight. This model can be flown easily and suitable for a beginner and easy to take-off by side hand launch. However, this model has 4 x Elevons as the control surfaces and make this model agile to maneuver with aerobatic style. Implement a low rates setting for easy flight and change to high rates when you are ready for aggressive maneuvers.
The specification is as follows:
Wingspan : 748 mm ( 29.4 inch )
Length : 919 mm ( 36.2 inch )
Height : 180 mm ( 7.1 inch )
Estimated A.U.W : 660 g – 700 g ( 23.3 oz – 24.7 oz )
Tested Drive system :
- Brushless motor : Revox 2808-1900kv, 150W
- ESC : Emax 30A
- Propeller : Revox 6x4E
- Servos : Emax ES08MD Digital, Metal Gear servo
- Li-po Batt : Emax Tipple 3S-1800mAh (20C)
Radio Tx/Rx system:
- JR Propo XG-7, 2.4 GHz transmitter
- JR Propo RG831B, 8ch 2.4 GHz receiver
Here is the flight video:
The second design is a high speed pusher parkjet, based on the U.S jet fighter, F-14. The swept-back wings decrease drag and allow high speed flight. This model required more experience to pilot and a little tricky for side hand-launch. You might want to run a couple of feet before releasing the model during side hand-launch. The model has only 2 ailerons and 1 elevator as the control surfaces; making this model light and very agile. It is recommended to lower D/R and Expo setting to prevent stall during a slow speed quick maneuvers. For further maneuverability, you may split the elevator to make the elevons.
The specification is as follows:
Wingspan : 672 mm ( 26.4 inch )
Length : 795 mm ( 31.3 inch )
Height : 193 mm ( 7.6 inch )
Estimated A.U.W : 670 g – 750 g ( 23.6 oz – 26.4 oz )
Tested Drive system :
- Brushless motor : Revox 2808-1900kv, 150W
- ESC : Emax 30A
- Propeller : Revox 6x4E
- Servos : Emax ES08MD Digital, Metal Gear servo
- Li-po Batt : Emax Tipple 3S-1800mAh (20C) or Revox 3S-2200mAh (30C) Nano-tech
Radio Tx/Rx system:
- JR Propo XG-7, 2.4 GHz transmitter
- JR Propo RG831B, 8ch 2.4 GHz receiver
Here is the flight video:
Have Fun Flying!
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Now, for the T-50 PAK FA, Set mixing to elevon (mix aileron and elevator / delta mixing). AIL [EXP +70% D/R 100%], ELEV [EXP +55% D/R 100%], travel adjust set to default. Set Flap system to [MID] -> ELEV UP 30; to enable easy hand-launch take-off (do not set to high or it will stall the model at take-off). This model is much easier to pilot and hand-launch compared to F-14. It could fly at low speed, more suitable for beginner.
Hope it helps. Happy flying and Cheers!
*bahasa inggrisnya tidak hancur kok, yg penting terbangnya bisa; salam dari Jakarta.
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For F22 Raptor moving the wings and tail. for MF Woverine tail. and for the F-117 also tail. I ask again ... from TX is the father of two settings described above, which one is best suited for the setting to 3 my plane? Am I allowed to ask for contact numbers, or Facebook or other? if you do not mind, I will send you some photos of the construction wing and tail if it is correct or not. thank you very much
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