Weather forecast not accommodating, but wondering if anyone was planning on getting some Australia Day practice in tomorrow? Hoping to pop over to the field sometime if the weather holds out.

That's cool BB - I had previously seen the one below ("Retro Encabulator") and didn't realise it must have been paying (retro) homage to this earlier "Turbo Encabulator": http://www.youtube.com/wat...

Odd. I've got a HK Skyartec Cessna (it was the earlier model without the flaps) and it's been perfect out of the box (albeit, I've never used the landing gear, which did look too flimsy to be useful)....

Kedumba Wrote: (20-01-2012, 01:37 PM) -- Not sure if this is the thing that your after, but I listen to a podcast called "All Things That Fly (http://allthingsthatfly.com/)" which is a podcast on all...

Another vote for Option 4: Get Phoenix and a nicer Tx (a Dx6i or better) separately - perhaps negotiate a better deal with the local hobby store if you buy at the same time.

Started to have my doubts as I headed to the field, thinking we might get rained out, but it turned out to be a fantastic day. Perfect conditions, with barely a breath of wind for much of the day. Fi...

Stephen L and I are heading down for a morning flight around 10am - in case anyone would like to join us...

Thanks for the update Steve - that does bode well for the future.

Hey Gazz, Jason beat me to the biplane :evil:, but I'll take that SU-47 Berkut off your hands for a friend of mine (and if he doesn't want it, I suppose another airframe wouldn't hurt :D) I'll b...

Flying fisho Wrote: (31-12-2011, 10:24 PM) -- Spot on Steve, but again I thank you guys for your efforts. Trying not fail from a lack of trying, spotted this one http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/...

Nice work Jason - looks like a heck of a rebuild effort!

gbanger Wrote: (19-12-2011, 04:50 PM) -- OK, this one is a request for opinions on my NEXT purchase. Option 2: http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__20400__Sbach_342_1900mm_Gas_30cc_ARF_AUS_...

robair Wrote: (16-12-2011, 08:44 PM) -- At 2.6m glider should not be allowed to have mini in its name. -- Hard to argue with that. :) robair Wrote: (16-12-2011, 08:44 PM) -- Gazz pointed this b...

Claudius Wrote: (13-12-2011, 12:17 PM) -- Thanks Dave - super generous of you. I'll give you a call to perhaps organize a visit to see if it fits the bill. -- Actually Dave, on reflection I think I...

kizza42 Wrote: (15-12-2011, 05:22 PM) -- Gaz, go a GoPro, you wont regret it -- I'll echo that. If you're looking to get something cheap and nasty, you could try something like: http://www.hobb...

Thanks Dave - super generous of you. I'll give you a call to perhaps organize a visit to see if it fits the bill.

kizza42 Wrote: (11-12-2011, 09:13 PM) -- Any preference on construction? -- Not too fussed with the fuselage, but definitely looking for basla/ply with the wings - i.e. built-up/ribbed construction...

Hi guys, I've started window shopping for an electric glider for a(nother) possible UAV project. Perhaps in the 7-9 ft wingspan range. Built up construction a must (kit would be ideal). Capable of ...

7. You don't know what do to with yourself on the weekend

Thanks for the mowing Chris! Don't think I can make it tomorrow morning, else I would. I may be in the vicinity of Fagan Park later in the day, so if the weather plays nice I might drop in to HEMFC (...

samste Wrote: (03-12-2011, 06:50 PM) -- Here is the Clip Of The Jason and Steve Encounter -- Nasty! :( It looked like that came out of nowhere for both of you, and both moving in the same direction...

My latest back burner project arrived yesterday - known variously as the Mugin or Bigboy. Never flown, partially built by previous owner, filled with FPV gear, but (despite first appearances) needing ...

samste Wrote: (03-12-2011, 08:21 AM) -- I am at area 51 today -- So is my Stinson... perhaps permanently. :shock: Most remarkable thing is how utterly unremarkable an incident it was. Was...

Ugh, what a mess :mad:

chrism Wrote: (22-11-2011, 10:18 PM) -- Let me know if there is anyone out there interested in joining me. -- I'd be interested in a flight tomorrow, but doesn't look like the weather is (even if t...

Skidz Wrote: (19-11-2011, 06:03 PM) -- several cornflakes later... [Very nice looking plane in Red/White US Navy trim. Easy to see]. -- Indeed, it looks a lot bigger in that picture than I expecte...

I don't know if it's convention or not, but I like to start with all switches facing away from me (flaps up), and switch "down" for flaps so that the position of the switch mimics the surface. Don't ...

Skidz Wrote: (17-11-2011, 09:06 PM) -- What are you guys with flap enabled planes doing and what are the pros and cons of switch v dial? -- I'd say it's a matter of personal preference, but I'd haz...

Sorry Steve, didn't catch this till just now. Was hoping for an afternoon flight, but not looking good based on the wind picking up now...

robair Wrote: (14-11-2011, 12:06 PM) -- Gonna be a hoot getting a 64mm mercury EDF installed, and hacking it up to get a B2 like planform. -- That's one build thread I'll be hanging out for - would...

Was a "tentative yes", but looks like I won't be able to swing this tomorrow - might squeeze in an early visit to Area 51 if open. Hope you guys have a good day out!

wingtipper Wrote: (06-11-2011, 11:35 AM) -- i have a cessna 182 RTF which JASE has given a couple of filghts for me -- And which looks very nice and scale in the air. Welcome Frank! :)

samste Wrote: (01-11-2011, 03:49 PM) -- Planning for a mid week Fly, Was Thinking Thursday afternoon or maybe Tommorow Afternoon. -- Might be able to make a Wed afternoon session - please post if y...

yarrumevets Wrote: (31-10-2011, 10:57 PM) -- If anyone is interested, then let's organise going as a "PRCAC mob" and we can enjoy some agoraphobia and have a bit of fun! -- Good plan. I'd been hopi...

Date: 29 Oct 11 Conditions: Passable, threatening to rain, light to moderate crosswind. Aircraft: HK UAV 168 (http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=17106), 2x 4S 2200mAH...

srl Wrote: (18-10-2011, 09:33 PM) -- 9.30? -- See you then.

srl Wrote: (18-10-2011, 07:06 PM) -- Still flying Wednesday Claudio ? -- Sure am - weather forecast looks good and batteries on charge now :) Name a time and I'll meet you at the field.

paulj Wrote: (16-10-2011, 03:49 PM) -- Don't want to spoil anyones fun but feel I need to remind everyone of the flight line etiquette of calling out ones intentions when flying. I noticed today t...

stillflyin Wrote: (15-10-2011, 01:47 PM) -- Thanks to Chris for hand mowing the strip and taxiway and then Darren who did a lot more with the ride on. Around 12 members there this morning. Flying was...

gbanger Wrote: (11-10-2011, 07:42 PM) -- If its that crappy I think I will give tomorrow a miss. -- Are you still thinking of going Gazz? Weather is looking too good to miss right now... contemplat...

Hey Gazz, Thanks for taking a look for me! I've got one of each of these on order: http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idproduct=10985 http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/sto...

Nice Jason. Enjoyed reading through the build thread. Very interested in talking to you more about this next time we're at the field. Any idea what the AUW is looking to be (minus FPV gear)? (regar...

Cool story... and now I understand the "The next post is for Gazz" reference! Dave, maybe call me next time. If a 3S/2200mAh got you out of trouble, imagine what 45S 160000mAh could do! :D

Skidz Wrote: (03-10-2011, 04:03 PM) -- Claudio: Found out why the cigarette lighter PZ charger was showing an error. -- Bugger. That's why I asked what the input source was, and when you said the c...

As Dave says, linear regs are less efficient - the excess voltage for a given load current is dissipated as waste heat (often just a zener diode to clamp the voltage and a couple of resistors). Swit...

All good questions Dave. Can't wait to see you in the air with it! Congrats. And, in case you were wondering, the spinning bit goes at the front :lol: /runs

gbanger Wrote: (29-09-2011, 10:24 PM) -- Im curious Claudius. With the range available from Eflite.... Why the beast? -- Why not? :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_BIltyrwzo Saw it at an i...

gbanger Wrote: (24-09-2011, 05:38 PM) -- Hobbies In The Hills Has Moved -- Dropped in today myself - they are still in the middle of setting up, and it looks like they are going to have a very nice...

yarrumevets Wrote: (21-09-2011, 08:43 PM) -- I like to think I've got a sense of humour, but this is testing that out to the max ... -- How's that sense of humour holding out Steve?

Popped down to the field again today - definitely an improvement on the (better than expected, but marginal) condition that greeted those of us who ventured there on Sunday. No standing water. Cros...