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    Andes Glider 2000mm (78.7") Wingspan - PNP from Skynetic - SKY1053-001


    Soar to new heights with the Andes 2m glider, expertly designed for both seasoned pilots and newer pilots seeking a thrilling flight experience. The Andes combines advanced features that ensure top-tier performance and ease of use, making it a standout in its class.

    The Andes glider is engineered with cutting-edge aerodynamic features designed to minimize drag and enhance flight performance. Its full-flying horizontal stabilizer offers superior pitch control and optimal gliding efficiency. The internal elevator linkage contributes to a sleek, streamlined design, significantly reducing drag. Additionally, the folding propeller optimizes power delivery during climbs and folds away seamlessly when not in use, further decreasing aerodynamic resistance and maximizing glide performance.


    Molded-in alignment marks ensure precise positioning of the full-flying horizontal stabilizer and a durable skid plate protects the fuselage during landings. The spring-loaded battery hatch allows for quick and easy battery changes and assembly is a breeze with just two screws securing the main wing. Reinforced with carbon fiber and fiberglass spars, the Andes is built for strength and durability, giving you confidence in every flight.
    Full-Flying Horizontal Stabilizer

    Full flying horizontal stabilizer provides exceptional pitch control and gliding efficiency in flight.
    Internal Elevator Linkage

    Internal linkage for the elevator provides a cleaner, more aerodynamic design that helps reduce drag for better gliding performance.
    Vivid and Differentiating Color Scheme

    Distinct and vivid top and bottom color schemes make it easy to distinguish the Andes attitude in flight.
    Tool-Less Propeller Assembly

    No tools are required to assemble the propeller base, folding propeller blade mounts and captive spinner. The entire assembly can be removed in seconds for servicing or replacement.
    Fuselage Protection

    A skid plate on the bottom of the fuselage offers added protection during landings, helping preserve the fuselage from wear and damage.
    Easy Elevator Alignment

    Molded-in alignment marks ensure precise and accurate centering of the horizontal stabilizer for optimal flight performance.
    Features:
    • Full flying horizontal stabilizer provides exceptional pitch control and gliding efficiency in flight
    • Internal linkage for the elevator provide a cleaner, more aerodynamic design that helps reduce drag for better gliding performance
    • Distinct and vivid top and bottom color schemes make it easy to distinguish the Andes attitude in flight
    • Tool-less propeller assembly makes it easy to install and remove the propeller and spinner from the prop shaft
    • 11 x 6 folding propeller delivers efficient power during powered climbs, and folds back easily when not powered to minimize drag and maximize gliding performance
    • Molded-in alignment marks ensure precise and accurate centering of the horizontal stabilizer for optimal flight performance
    • A skid plate on the bottom of the fuselage offers added protection during landings, helping preserve the fuselage from wear and damage
    • Spring loaded battery hatch latch offers quick and effortless access for easy battery changes
    • The main wing assembles quickly, with just two screws making assembly hassle-free
    • The fuselage and wings are reinforced with carbon fiber and fiberglass spars ensuring enhanced strength and durability during flight
    Includes:
    • Skynetic Andes Glider 2000mm (78.7") Wingspan - PNP
    • Admiral brushless 2212-1200Kv motor
    • Admiral 30A ESC with XT60 connector
    • 6x 9g digital servos
    Requires:Product Specifications:

    AGE LEVEL :14 and up
    SKILL LEVEL :beginner
    BUILD TIME :1-2 hours
    Model Scale N/A
    Wingspan 2000mm / 78.7in
    Length 1110mm / 43.7in
    Flying Weight 980g / 34.5oz
    CG (Center of Gravity) 85-90mm from the leading edge of the wing root
    Power System Admiral Brushless 2212-1200Kv motor
    Electronic Speed Control Admiral 30A with XT60 connector (included)
    Propeller / EDF 11x6 2-Blade folding propeller (included)
    Servos
    Landing Gear None
    Required Battery 3 Cell 11.1V 1800-2200 mAh LiPo battery with XT60 connector (required)
    Required Radio 5+ Channel (required)
    Ailerons Yes
    Elevator Yes
    Rudder Yes
    Flaps No
    Lights No
    Hinge Type Nylon
    Material EPO Foam
    Skill Level Beginner/Intermediate
    Build Time 1-2 hours
    Recommended Environment Outdoors
    My YouTube RC videos:
    https://www.youtube.com/@toddbreda

  • #2
    I would like to find out about the wing loading of the Andes, ready to fly, so I can determine how well it will thermal.

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    • #3
      Maiden did not go great. The propeller came off mid air after a few air brakes. Not sure how to get the cone on tight enough to stay tight during braking. Cracked one wing on the rough landing. I will go through the ESC settings to see if the airbrake can be softened.

      After looking at this spinner on the bench, I don't think I will be able to trust its design without using locktite, and even then there would be no easy way to get it off afterward. So, I ordered an alloy spinner from Aloft, which uses the normal collet design. The Andes is a bit tail heavy with a 2200 (battery all the way forward barely makes CG), so the heavier spinner should allow some flexibility in battery placement. I used foam-tac on the cracked wing which should add some strength back. Hopefully will get the new prop before the weekend.

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      • #4
        I swapped out for an alloy spinner with a traditional collet. The spinner is 45mm instead of the stock 48mm, but other wise it is a good fit. I took it back out to the field and flew a battery. It went much better than the maiden, because the prop stayed on. Plane flies well and i enjoyed it. As noted in the video, gliding past yourself at high speed with the motor cut makes a great noise. Easy to land, even with some speed. I wish I had the STL for the cowl, so I could print a 45mm version

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        • #5
          Originally posted by Atrix View Post
          Maiden did not go great. The propeller came off mid air after a few air brakes....
          My Shrike did the same thing. My solution was twofold: 1.) Added Blue Loctite 242 to the metal-on-metal interface, and 2.) programmed in slower "servo" speed to the throttle channel so that when throttle is chopped, (either by quick stick motion or applying throttle cut switch,) the throttle output slowishly drops to zero (about one second.) Problem solved.

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          • #6
            I've just got myself a Skynetic Andes and it is almost ready to go!

            I'm just wondering what I should do to avoid that prop issue mentioned here...

            When I take the prop apart and look at the black metal spindle that goes through the centre, it looks like that can be tightened onto the prop motor axle with a hex screwdriver. Did you both do this when you attached the prop? ridgerunner Atrix ?

            I'm considering just overtightening that's the job done.

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            • #7
              Originally posted by AFDIT View Post
              ... I'm just wondering what I should do to avoid that prop issue mentioned here...
              MotionRC has a pretty good assembly video on YouTube. The section covering the propeller starts at about the 11:32 mark.

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              • #8
                I have a half dozen flights on my Andes and have it dialed in. I used a drop of blue Locktite on the spinner for security. I maximized throws on the ailerons and rudder and kept the stabilator (full flying stab) as set by the factory. I needed to add 1.5 oz. of lead to the nose with a 2200 3s battery to keep C.G. between specified 85-90 mm from leading edge of wing as measured from the bottom of the wing. This C.G. setting appears pretty far back, and this is because the wing planform is slightly swept back, and this moves the C.G. aft somewhat. All up weight ready to fly was quite a bit more than the factory specs.: 42 oz. Mine is just slightly nose heavy like I like my sailplanes. The biggest change I had to make, and the most important one, was to reset the decalage. This is the angle between the bottom of the wing and the horizontal stabilizer. Typically a sailplane wing is set several degrees positive compared to the horizontal stab. (I have found that many RC glider manufactures today do not get it right!) On the Andes, I found the horizontal stab, at neutral, needs to be set on the LOWER of the three lines marked on the fin at the leading edge of the stab. Otherwise, if set to the center line, the ship flies way too fast, nose down, and is hard to manage! My ship flies very nicely, stalls straight ahead with little to no wing drop. Glide is very flat, but sink rate is a bit high due to the all up weight.

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