Official Freewing 80mm EDF L-39 Albatros Thread

[Droptanks]

Hey folks! Just finished reading all 76 pages of this thread! Ooof! Anyway I’m seriously looking at ordering one of these or possibly a T-33. Currently have a Stinger 90 that I like. Hoping this one is docile. Any comments on T-33 vs L39?

Also are people still having the mysterious asymmetric flap extensions? Or the weird blue box problems?

thanks!

[Guipedroso]

video doesn’t work, any pics? I’ve been putting FPV in more and more of my planes. The L-39 canopy frame kept me from doing it. Doing a Yak 130 now..

Working now mate, was private, my bad

[Evan D]

video doesn’t work, any pics? I’ve been putting FPV in more and more of my planes. The L-39 canopy frame kept me from doing it. Doing a Yak 130 now..

My bird is literally just waiting a proper weather to have the maiden.
I have installed FPV on it, will use 2.4ghz video system, Vector OSD, Head tracking, TBS Crosffire, HD Camera (Runcam) and added the whistles into the EDF exhaust.
3D printed the cockpit, is not as perfect as some i saw out there, but is ok.

Really excited to fly it soon!
😁

[Hardway]

Thanks for keeping me straight guys.... Need a beer I guess...

[Hardway]

Sorry I got so angry... I am just sick of the PC garbage and I figured that someone got upset about the word "cockpit" and that to me is totally unacceptable. If I didn't take a stand, then I was part of the problem... Didn't even look at the thread I was on.... I just wanted to make it known that the word COCKPIT is not a bad word... Thank you for understanding. I knew most of you would. I apologize for losing my composure.... Jerry

[Marco Polo]

If I sound pissed, I am... You guys are Veteran Owned, and you fought for the First Amendment, (I hope)… You understand.... I hope... I am waiting.... Jerry

The software that runs Hobby Squawk has a built-in swear word filter and apparently a recent software update added a few new words to the filter list. Don't worry, this will be resolved shortly.

[Alpha]

Guys, our system temporarily updated its filter controls. All is well. Cockpit = cockpit.

[Guipedroso]

My bird is literally just waiting a proper weather to have the maiden.
I have installed FPV on it, will use 2.4ghz video system, Vector OSD, Head tracking, TBS Crosffire, HD Camera (Runcam) and added the whistles into the EDF exhaust.
3D printed the cockpit, is not as perfect as some i saw out there, but is ok.

Really excited to fly it soon!
😁

[Pogo]

Alpha, Jerry, thank you! I'll let you know how the boards work out (come spring).
Tom

[Hardway]

Very nice!!!! Let us know if they work well!!! Bravo! Jerry

[Alpha]

That looks great, Pogo, what a clean execution! I'm glad to see someone put those molded in fairings to good use and make them "functional".

[Pogo]

Just finished the speedbrakes - I don't suppose it really needs them but it's a little scale feature I wanted to add. Probably going to attack an opening front canopy next (it's a long winter).
A little video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8dr...ature=youtu.be
Tom

[Turbinefancy]

The camo version flies awesome. It would be hard to see as a target though in air to air chase. After nailing down the landings. I went on to attempt chase/formation flight in the L-39 vs F-14. It was exhilarating and my fingers were shaking non-stop.

[RichJ53]

True, the ground views are from a separate flight by another friend with regular canopy. I did not have someone film the FPV flight. Hard to coordinate everything all at once. I was too preoccupied just trying to complete the FPV flight safely - second flight on the L-39 ever, first was LOS.

Great job, and thanks for sharing your video. I really like the L39 …. easy jet to fly and handles so nicely. I just purchased the new inrunner 80mm fan unit that is used on the L39 camo version. Looks like it will give even more power and performance than the original.

Rich

[Turbinefancy]

True, the ground views are from a separate flight by another friend with regular canopy. I did not have someone film the FPV flight. Hard to coordinate everything all at once. I was too preoccupied just trying to complete the FPV flight safely - second flight on the L-39 ever, first was LOS.

[Evan D]

It appears you are splicing two different flights. One without a camera and another with it external to the top of the canopy...

[Turbinefancy]

It is a great flying jet indeed! Stable, precise, fast and very maneuverable. I did some FPV precision landing practice with a friend’s L-39 a few days ago. Loved it!

[p3arljam]

Today was finally the maiden flight for my L 39 camo version. When i arrived at the field there were 4 other people there but they were getting ready to leave. I usually fly gas warbirds but the guys i fly with all have edf jets now so i decided to get one. The takeoff roll was a little longer than what i am use to but there were no issues. I flew a total of 4 flights and no trim needed at all. This was the first plane i have ever had that needed no trim. I am using a Spektrum DX 9 and a Admiral 6ch RX with gyro. I always use Spektrum RX but i decided after reading this RX had a 4.8 out of 5 stars with over 350 reviews i gave it a shot. This plane flew so well i never even turned the gyro on. Landings are a little different from what i am use to with my gas warbirds but i had no issues. The L 39 is a great plane and i see why people enjoy edf jets but the short flight times and batteries may prevent me from buying multiple edf. If there was a 105mm A 10 and i could fly 7-10 min i may be tempted. This is a great plane though and nothing bad to say about it.

[Jez_AU]

Finally got out for a fly after a six month dry spell! First two flights of the day were on the L39. I remember why I love this jet so much! Such a great flying jet and great to get my thumbs back into the groove before getting my other jet into the air. Actually ended up putting 4 flights on it for the day and only stopped as the wind turned cross and picked up. Looking forward to getting up again very shortly!

[p3arljam]

I made wheel chocks for transporting or to use when setting your plane up on the tables at the field to prevent it from rolling off. I use velcro attached to the bottom of the wheel chock and then to indoor outdoor carpet in my trailer and the plane never moves. I also added tabs to screw them down if anyone prefers that method. I can print these for any plane as long as you provide the measurements. These are $17 shipped if you are interested just message me. I can also print other things if you need something.