From memory the A6E and TRAM had the dive brakes inactivated, earlier models and the KA6D had them working.
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Originally posted by Evan D View PostFrom memory the A6E and TRAM had the dive brakes inactivated, earlier models and the KA6D had them working.
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They are on the F-104 and Avios MiG-17. I crashed my first F-104 using them, they were very effective and on one approach using them I didn't keep enough throttle in to keep her airborne. It was coming head on and I couldn't tell that it had slowed as much as it had.
On the flip side I use them on the MiG and love them, they work absolutely great.
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Another reason I am asking is be my luck they discontinue this model come out with an upgraded one. Something parts won't fit from this one to updated one! 😂 Well it's a lot of money to get this one then have em discontinue it. 😆 Then I have get newer one lol be divorced for sure! 🤔 That's good idea been thinking about a way to do that! 👍
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One can never be certain about the future of this or any other model. Manufacturers/sellers won't generally venture to reveal such information. I'm going to take a stab at a guess. Since this plane originally was introduced with the potential for upgrading to 90mm, I think it will be a long time before they would consider an "updated" version. I also believe that this product has sustained generally moderate++ interest throughout its existence and it isn't likely to suddenly disappear once current stock runs low. Initial interest and popularity would likely mean that there are plenty of these "out there". Parts have also been fairly "available" and aside from specific body parts, things like servos, retract bodies, motors, ESCs are common and shared with other products. I'm sure others will have a different take on this.
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Originally posted by Ks.jetflyer View PostI picked one up this last weekend. From what I've read it has a good reputation. Have no concern about being discontinued. Did order the trailing link nose gear for it. Looking forward to getting it in the air.
After over 100 flights on mine, I've decided it's definitely one of the easiest EDF's to fly and land. Just make sure on landing you keep the nose up and you won't experience the bucking bronco (and resulting mishaps) that some have experienced. It helps to balance it 90-93mm instead of the 78mm point the manual recommends. At least that's my opinion.Hugh "Wildman" Wiedman
Hangar: FL/FW: Mig 29 "Cobra", A-10 Arctic, F18 Canadian & Tiger Meet, F16 Wild Weasel, F4 Phantom & Blue Angel, 1600 Corsair & Spitfire, Olive B-24, Stinger 90, Red Avanti. Extreme Flight-FW-190 Red Tulip, Slick 60, 60" Extra 300 V2, 62" MXS Heavy Metal, MXS Green, & Demonstrator. FMS-1700mm P-51, Red Bull Corsair. E-Flite-70mm twin SU-30, Beast Bi-Plane 60", P2 Bi-Plane, P-51.
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Hugh Wiedman You're not the only one. When I fly mine off grass, it does the same thing. When I first got this plane many years ago, I got that horrible kangaroo bounce on landing. I swapped out the stock nose gear for the trailing link hoping it would help. It only helped a bit. I've learned to land it much better now and I'm thinking of putting the stock one back on, if I can find it.
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Originally posted by Hugh Wiedman View Post
I fly off grass as well and originally put the trailing link nose gear in. Occasionally, in rough grass, the suspension sometimes depresses all the way and the tire actually gets stuck against the rear nose gear door. Talk about slamming on the brakes! Happened a couple times on landing, not a big deal, but it did it once on take-off after hitting a clump and it started to skid somewhat. I immediately swapped back out to the original nose gear and no issues since then and it operates just as well on the grass, at least IMO. Have heard of only a few others this has happened to, so maybe it's not a universal issue.
After over 100 flights on mine, I've decided it's definitely one of the easiest EDF's to fly and land. Just make sure on landing you keep the nose up and you won't experience the bucking bronco (and resulting mishaps) that some have experienced. It helps to balance it 90-93mm instead of the 78mm point the manual recommends. At least that's my opinion.
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Originally posted by Ks.jetflyer View PostThanks for the heads up on c.g. I don't like flying nose heavy planes. People around here think I'm nuts.
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I think FreeWing and MRC should consider releasing the V2 version of this jet. Perhaps small changes like inrunner motors, already available upgraded struts installed and a new paint scheme. All in all the cost and efforts will be minimal but I guess these days the marketing philosophy of most companies is "if it is selling, do not do a damn thing". Unfortunately, eventually someone else will come with a similar A-10 with more "up-to-date" components and then MRC and FreeWing will start to react. I fully appreciate it is a business for them but sometimes saving small costs and efforts will result in large losses down the road.
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hhamzeh, I understand your thinking, I would add, I bought mine during the original pre-order and it's all OEM stock. She's a rock-solid flier with faster than scale performance. I only swapped RH MG for LH MG and vice versa (a recommended mod) as I recall. It comes with 90mm upgrade foam parts for the nacelles if you want more performance. I can only guess that MRC figures what else could we do and keep the price point reasonable. My suggestion is find a buddy who has one and take a test drive. I can't believe, you'll be disappointed. Best, LBI solemnly swear to "over-celebrate" the smallest of victories.~Lucky B*st*rd~
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Originally posted by hhamzeh View PostI think FreeWing and MRC should consider releasing the V2 version of this jet. Perhaps small changes like inrunner motors, already available upgraded struts installed and a new paint scheme. All in all the cost and efforts will be minimal but I guess these days the marketing philosophy of most companies is "if it is selling, do not do a damn thing". Unfortunately, eventually someone else will come with a similar A-10 with more "up-to-date" components and then MRC and FreeWing will start to react. I fully appreciate it is a business for them but sometimes saving small costs and efforts will result in large losses down the road.Hugh "Wildman" Wiedman
Hangar: FL/FW: Mig 29 "Cobra", A-10 Arctic, F18 Canadian & Tiger Meet, F16 Wild Weasel, F4 Phantom & Blue Angel, 1600 Corsair & Spitfire, Olive B-24, Stinger 90, Red Avanti. Extreme Flight-FW-190 Red Tulip, Slick 60, 60" Extra 300 V2, 62" MXS Heavy Metal, MXS Green, & Demonstrator. FMS-1700mm P-51, Red Bull Corsair. E-Flite-70mm twin SU-30, Beast Bi-Plane 60", P2 Bi-Plane, P-51.
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9 min flight on twin SMC, LiHv, 6200mah, 6s packs. My buddy was using a smaller drone than normal, so I probably averaged around 55% throttle to help him stay in range. Full power briefly on takeoff rotation. I stack my packs one on top of the other and push back in line with trailing edge of the wooden battery board. Nothing on the forward batter spot. That gives me a pretty good 88mm CG for good and floaty approaches.
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