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What an awesome new jet that has finally arrived. I received mine on Thursday and immediately opened it to get started on the assembly.
I wanted to provide some information that would be helpful to those considering this jet. Freewing makes really outstanding EDF jets, and they went over the top with this one.
There are a few things to take note of in some areas of the assembly, so that you can prevent future problems. The attached video shows a few of the things I ran into during the assembly. Some of which were also noted by some others who recently purchased this beautiful bird.
They aren't serious issues, but just take note and take care of these things early so you can enjoy this jet. The things I cover aren't necessarily what you'd get, but some other new owners are also experiencing similar things to note. Then others say they have no issues at all.
I can't wait to get this jet in the air for the maiden.
Thanks Motion RC for providing such an awesome jet! And thanks for the support during one of the questions I had during the assembly.
Ryan at Motion received his as well, and gave an outstanding report on the flight characteristics. Alpha posted a mobius video from inside the cockpit. It definitely shows how stable and smooth it flies.
I'll post a maiden video some time next week. Our winds are very high this week in N. Texas.
Let's fly!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__QTSj-Xj20
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RE: New Freewing T-45 1st assembly highlights
Originally posted by Sky WolfWhat an awesome new jet that has finally arrived. I received mine on Thursday and immediately opened it to get started on the assembly.
I wanted to provide some information that would be helpful to those considering this jet. Freewing makes really outstanding EDF jets, and they went over the top with this one.
There are a few things to take note of in some areas of the assembly, so that you can prevent future problems. The attached video shows a few of the things I ran into during the assembly. Some of which were also noted by some others who recently purchased this beautiful bird.
They aren't serious issues, but just take note and take care of these things early so you can enjoy this jet. The things I cover aren't necessarily what you'd get, but some other new owners are also experiencing similar things to note. Then others say they have no issues at all.
I can't wait to get this jet in the air for the maiden.
Thanks Motion RC for providing such an awesome jet! And thanks for the support during one of the questions I had during the assembly.
Ryan at Motion received his as well, and gave an outstanding report on the flight characteristics. Alpha posted a mobius video from inside the cockpit. It definitely shows how stable and smooth it flies.
I'll post a maiden video some time next week. Our winds are very high this week in N. Texas.
Let's fly!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__QTSj-Xj20
very jealous ;) . Good luck on the maiden and looking forward to a flight video.
Thanks
SteveAMA 95495
Freewing P-51D Iron Ass
Freewing F-86 80MM
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RE: New Freewing T-45 1st assembly highlights
Originally posted by rc-eflyerOriginally posted by Sky WolfWhat an awesome new jet that has finally arrived. I received mine on Thursday and immediately opened it to get started on the assembly.
I wanted to provide some information that would be helpful to those considering this jet. Freewing makes really outstanding EDF jets, and they went over the top with this one.
There are a few things to take note of in some areas of the assembly, so that you can prevent future problems. The attached video shows a few of the things I ran into during the assembly. Some of which were also noted by some others who recently purchased this beautiful bird.
They aren't serious issues, but just take note and take care of these things early so you can enjoy this jet. The things I cover aren't necessarily what you'd get, but some other new owners are also experiencing similar things to note. Then others say they have no issues at all.
I can't wait to get this jet in the air for the maiden.
Thanks Motion RC for providing such an awesome jet! And thanks for the support during one of the questions I had during the assembly.
Ryan at Motion received his as well, and gave an outstanding report on the flight characteristics. Alpha posted a mobius video from inside the cockpit. It definitely shows how stable and smooth it flies.
I'll post a maiden video some time next week. Our winds are very high this week in N. Texas.
Let's fly!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__QTSj-Xj20
very jealous ;) . Good luck on the maiden and looking forward to a flight video.
Thanks
Steve
I just hope they are aware of some of the QC issues and addresses it with them. Besides, I was just tired of waiting and ready to fly my $500.
If you can, you should get one at some point. I'll post a flight video as soon as I can get her airborne.
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RE: New Freewing T-45 1st assembly highlights
Originally posted by garyjetShould we be combining flaps slats or keep the two on separate switches?????
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RE: New Freewing T-45 1st assembly highlights
Thanks for posting your video and honest thoughts, Sky Wolf, we appreciate it!
Garyjet, I combine slats and flaps onto the same three position switch. I create a mix:
Position 0: Slats up, Flaps up. I use this for takeoff and normal flight.
Position 1: Slats up, Flaps down ~15 degrees. I use this for takeoff, sometimes, to shorten the takeoff roll if there isn't a headwind.
Position 2: Slats down, Flaps down ~45-55 degrees. I use this for landing.
I have the air brakes on a rotary lever, so I can dial in as much or as little as I want. The model lands easily without any flaps, slats, or speed brakes. Learning how and when and how much to deploy those three components is part of the fun with this model. It is a slight learning curve but should be easy for most pilots operating an aircraft of this caliber.
Per the manual, I also have down elevator mixed in with the flaps.Live Q&A every Tuesday and Friday at 9pm EST on my Twitch Livestream
Live chat with me and other RC Nuts on my Discord
Camp my Instagram @Alpha.Makes
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RE: New Freewing T-45 1st assembly highlights
I fly Hitec, not Spektrum, but I do know their DX-8 has a three position switch so you'll be fine if you wanted to configure it like I did. This weekend we maidened two T-45s for pilots at my field. One configured it like I did, and the other opted instead to assign slats, flaps, and brakes to three separate switches. Go with what you're comfortable with.Live Q&A every Tuesday and Friday at 9pm EST on my Twitch Livestream
Live chat with me and other RC Nuts on my Discord
Camp my Instagram @Alpha.Makes
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RE: New Freewing T-45 1st assembly highlights
Originally posted by Sky WolfWhat an awesome new jet that has finally arrived. I received mine on Thursday and immediately opened it to get started on the assembly.
I wanted to provide some information that would be helpful to those considering this jet. Freewing makes really outstanding EDF jets, and they went over the top with this one.
There are a few things to take note of in some areas of the assembly, so that you can prevent future problems. The attached video shows a few of the things I ran into during the assembly. Some of which were also noted by some others who recently purchased this beautiful bird.
They aren't serious issues, but just take note and take care of these things early so you can enjoy this jet. The things I cover aren't necessarily what you'd get, but some other new owners are also experiencing similar things to note. Then others say they have no issues at all.
I can't wait to get this jet in the air for the maiden.
Thanks Motion RC for providing such an awesome jet! And thanks for the support during one of the questions I had during the assembly.
Ryan at Motion received his as well, and gave an outstanding report on the flight characteristics. Alpha posted a mobius video from inside the cockpit. It definitely shows how stable and smooth it flies.
I'll post a maiden video some time next week. Our winds are very high this week in N. Texas.
Let's fly!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__QTSj-Xj20
BryanBut Crashing is Landing
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RE: New Freewing T-45 1st assembly highlights
Originally posted by Alpha.MotionRCThanks for posting your video and honest thoughts, Sky Wolf, we appreciate it!
Garyjet, I combine slats and flaps onto the same three position switch. I create a mix:
Position 0: Slats up, Flaps up. I use this for takeoff and normal flight.
Position 1: Slats up, Flaps down ~15 degrees. I use this for takeoff, sometimes, to shorten the takeoff roll if there isn't a headwind.
Position 2: Slats down, Flaps down ~45-55 degrees. I use this for landing.
I have the air brakes on a rotary lever, so I can dial in as much or as little as I want. The model lands easily without any flaps, slats, or speed brakes. Learning how and when and how much to deploy those three components is part of the fun with this model. It is a slight learning curve but should be easy for most pilots operating an aircraft of this caliber.
Per the manual, I also have down elevator mixed in with the flaps.
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RE: New Freewing T-45 1st assembly highlights
Originally posted by Alpha.MotionRCI fly Hitec, not Spektrum, but I do know their DX-8 has a three position switch so you'll be fine if you wanted to configure it like I did. This weekend we maidened two T-45s for pilots at my field. One configured it like I did, and the other opted instead to assign slats, flaps, and brakes to three separate switches. Go with what you're comfortable with.
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RE: New Freewing T-45 1st assembly highlights
Originally posted by MightywarhooverHi Guys. Here are a few videos of the T-45. I'm loving this plane!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tENDM31ssq8
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwhxplMyIEI
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RE: New Freewing T-45 1st assembly highlights
Originally posted by Hippie 64Originally posted by Sky WolfWhat an awesome new jet that has finally arrived. I received mine on Thursday and immediately opened it to get started on the assembly.
I wanted to provide some information that would be helpful to those considering this jet. Freewing makes really outstanding EDF jets, and they went over the top with this one.
There are a few things to take note of in some areas of the assembly, so that you can prevent future problems. The attached video shows a few of the things I ran into during the assembly. Some of which were also noted by some others who recently purchased this beautiful bird.
They aren't serious issues, but just take note and take care of these things early so you can enjoy this jet. The things I cover aren't necessarily what you'd get, but some other new owners are also experiencing similar things to note. Then others say they have no issues at all.
I can't wait to get this jet in the air for the maiden.
Thanks Motion RC for providing such an awesome jet! And thanks for the support during one of the questions I had during the assembly.
Ryan at Motion received his as well, and gave an outstanding report on the flight characteristics. Alpha posted a mobius video from inside the cockpit. It definitely shows how stable and smooth it flies.
I'll post a maiden video some time next week. Our winds are very high this week in N. Texas.
Let's fly!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__QTSj-Xj20
Bryan
I'll be taking my "totally understanding", "never asks questions", "beautiful", and sometimes let's me fly, wife, to Jamaica this weekend. Gotta earn some flight time bonus points! I'll post a maiden review as well.
Thanks again for the kudos on the video!
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Hello Guys, Wow the new T-45 is a beautiful flyer! I'll have to say as we move towards the next year, there are going to be some nice aircraft being designed. I wish we knew all the highlights now; I'd like to prepare for the pricing! Anyhoo, great videos, information and I'm happy to see these new jets becoming such a HIT! Talk at you later. Matt customer service team~!
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RE: New Freewing T-45 1st assembly highlights
Nice video, Mightywarhoover, thanks for sharing! One of the younger pilots at our field has been flying his T-45 wonderfully. There were doubts among the peanut gallery if he was ready for it, since he's only been flying for three months. Normally I wouldn't recommend the T-45 for novice flyers but he has flown the F-5 and other EDFs and fast prop planes with increasing proficiently. He was looking to make the move up to his first 90mm jet and after I talked him through his first couple flights he has proved to his father and the rest of us that he wouldn't plant the T-45 in the ground. So far so good!Live Q&A every Tuesday and Friday at 9pm EST on my Twitch Livestream
Live chat with me and other RC Nuts on my Discord
Camp my Instagram @Alpha.Makes
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RE: New Freewing T-45 1st assembly highlights
Originally posted by Alpha.MotionRCNice video, Mightywarhoover, thanks for sharing! One of the younger pilots at our field has been flying his T-45 wonderfully. There were doubts among the peanut gallery if he was ready for it, since he's only been flying for three months. Normally I wouldn't recommend the T-45 for novice flyers but he has flown the F-5 and other EDFs and fast prop planes with increasing proficiently. He was looking to make the move up to his first 90mm jet and after I talked him through his first couple flights he has proved to his father and the rest of us that he wouldn't plant the T-45 in the ground. So far so good!
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