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The Rebuilt Skywalker Flies FPV
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(Hobbies)
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... harder than I expected, but luckily I landed the plane just before a ditch! Also to note, the video signal was strong and clear the entire time, real happy with setup so far. My next test will be distance, ...
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Created on 14 September 2012
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Skywalker 2nd Test Maiden
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Round two test flight, after the rebuild.
Well it took a little bit of time, but I got the Skywalker flying again! This time with a new LRS (Long Range System) radio. (Rmilec) The plane doesn't fly ...
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Created on 08 July 2012
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Skywalker Maiden FPV Crash
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Radio range failure leads to crash.
A few weeks back I took my recently completed Skywalker FPV plane out for its maiden flight with all of the video equipment on board. I had previously tested the ...
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Created on 03 July 2012
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Skywalker FPV Build - The Electronics
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... 35-36 1400kv motor with prop adapter, which I paired with a Master Airscrew 9x6 prop. I chose the Turnigy Plush 60amp speed controller powered by a 3s 5000mah 20-30c battery. On my test flight I could ...
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Created on 01 May 2012
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Skywalker FPV Build Journal - Pt. 1
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... to hold the wing down instead of the rubber bands. I think this would look better overall, but I may try a few flights with just the rubber bands first to test it.
Day 3: Now that the wings are mostly ...
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Created on 06 March 2012
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Maiden Flight- Dynam P-51 Mustang
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First Flight Pictures and Video
It was time to put the new plane to the test. It is always a bit nerve racking to put your plane up in the air for the first time after putting lots of time and money ...
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Created on 12 December 2011
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Aerial Video on my RC Plane (T-28 Trojan)
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... I shook the plane vigorously to test out its hold, and it all seemed good to go!
I took the plane down to my favorite spot on a nice calm late afternoon. I Hooked up the battery and the camera, gave ...
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Created on 04 November 2011
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Flight of the Airfield T-28 Trojan
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... glued the elevators in place and attached the propeller. I then charged the Lithium battery and tested all the controls. All good on the first try!
Myself and two co-workers, who are also involved ...
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Created on 23 September 2011