500 Size AH-64A Apache build

[JFandL]

Yes the tail is for sure a lot more scale! I already have the fuse. but thanks for the offer!

[F106DeltaDart]

Yes, she has no dust on her for sure. However, someone talked me out of her back in Oct. and I'm now building another UH1-B. Almost the same setup but this time I'm going to model a 205th Geronimo bird instead of the 116th.

Awesome! Let me know if you need another fuselage. I've got a spare laying around that I'm not doing anything with. I've got a 500 size UH-1C fuselage on the way for my next project from a different company (PKM). I think the proportions are a bit more correct than the old Aerodyne fuse.

[JFandL]

Thanks JF! Been flying the Huey much?

Yes, she has no dust on her for sure. However, someone talked me out of her back in Oct. and I'm now building another UH1-B. Almost the same setup but this time I'm going to model a 205th Geronimo bird instead of the 116th.

[RCjetdude]

I always preferred scale to 3D. Perhaps sometime in the future I will get the opportunity to get one.

[F106DeltaDart]

I'm not surprised DD........it takes a lot of dedicated practice to be an accomplished CP heli pilot.
And if you look at the general RC club population the majority are barely in the advanced skill levels for fixed wing.
I gave up and sold both my Blade 300 & 500 after almost 2 years of sim and real air time.
Just could never get past the being stupid phase of flying nose towards me.:(

I hope you guys both consider going back and trying some Helis a bit more in the future. The tech in modern FBL units is miles better than what it was even 3 years ago. Many modern units even provide a "panic button" or auto level type feature to ease the scare of an creating an expensive pile of parts. Some are even programmable by bluetooth, so you can adjust settings from your phone without fiddling about with plugging in cables at the computer.

As for my comment, I more meant within their respective user bases. Warbirds represent a pretty big chunk of fixed wing modelers. With Helis, scale seems to be MUCH more rare than 3D. And for that, I still can't fathom why..

[RCjetdude]

I forced myself to learn nose in hovering and the pilots promenade from both directions. That was back in 1990. Now I am just a little rusty. I can still do it but the lack of stick time on a heli shows. I always wanted a scale Apache back in the day before electrics but it was always out of my reach. Still is come to think of it. :Thinking:

[OV10]

It always surprises me that they haven't caught on as much as fixed wing warbirds have.

I'm not surprised DD........it takes a lot of dedicated practice to be an accomplished CP heli pilot.
And if you look at the general RC club population the majority are barely in the advanced skill levels for fixed wing.
I gave up and sold both my Blade 300 & 500 after almost 2 years of sim and real air time.
Just could never get past the being stupid phase of flying nose towards me.:(

[F106DeltaDart]

Thanks, Delta! That helps a lot. :Cool: We are a long way away from that level of Helo. But, we hope to get there at some point.

Glad to help! If you have any more questions feel free to ask away. The scale heli community is small but extremely rewarding! It always surprises me that they haven't caught on as much as fixed wing warbirds have.

[Prowler901]

Thanks, Delta! That helps a lot. :Cool: We are a long way away from that level of Helo. But, we hope to get there at some point.

[F106DeltaDart]

Where do you get a 500 size heli mechanism/frame that could be used with some of these Roban kits?

There are a few options for that. First, would be the RCgroups classifieds. Look for a Trex 500, preferably the ESP version. Double check whether the fuselage you are looking at has a belt or shaft driven tail and take that into consideration. I've usually been able to find an airframe with servos for around $300.

The other option is the Hobbyking HK-500 series. These are cheap kits, and will require a few replacement parts for reliability. The frame, head, and tail gearbox are actually very well made, but you should replace the mainshaft, all gears, and torque tube with Align spare parts. Be sure to use the lower tooth count Trex 500 (not pro) tail drive gear to get a higher tail RPM. This gets important, especially if you are looking at fitting a multiblade head.

[Prowler901]

Where do you get a 500 size heli mechanism/frame that could be used with some of these Roban kits?

[F106DeltaDart]

Very nice on the build and flying!!!!

John

Thanks JF! Been flying the Huey much?

[JFandL]

Thanks guys, I think this one will be joining my regular rotation to the field now, it's a lot of fun to fly!

Very nice on the build and flying!!!!

John

[n4893]

Looking to buy a 700 size RC helicopter, electric, Jet ranger, or eurocopter astar 350 email me at n4893@lapd.online thank you.

[F106DeltaDart]

Thanks guys, I think this one will be joining my regular rotation to the field now, it's a lot of fun to fly!

[Westsider]

Delta is now also known as the Apache Master.

[OV10]

Am envious DD cause my heli skills after a year of practice were so lame it was sucking the life out of me and I got rid of both the 300 and 500 earlier this year to someone down there in TX to enjoy more than I was.

[TiredIronGRB]

Awesome!

[F106DeltaDart]

Got in some more flying today, exploring the forward flight envelope a bit more. Was a perfect day, and was nice to see a friend who's been at college for a while now. He took a video, and got some photos of the Gunship in the air. Couldn't ask for a better day at the field!

[F106DeltaDart]

Got the Apache back in the air this morning doing some indoor flying at the Commemorative Air Force Dallas Drone/UAS Expo for a student group. Was good fun, and the it performed quite well. Sorry for the video quality, but that was the best I could get from my friends phone.