Text book way of reducing wing loading! Well done!

Hire me, Rob, I can definitely say when something seems risky! If anything, am happy to bring you coffee, will probably pay better than here ;) Other Rob, Email me and we'll get your membership stuf...

I'm wondering why Model match didn't work

Ok, so for those who were not down the field today. If you are flying tomorrow, Please park in the heli practice area tomorrow and on the 22nd & 23rd of Jan. Flying ops are available on both the main...

Despite the early rain we're gonna give it a go today

Must have just missed you guys, Stephen B and I went down for a quick blat with the AR.Drone etc. If we have a week of no rain it will be back to normal, Fingers crossed.

Some history of the B-29 here: http://www.hodgeshobbies.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=65&Itemid=57&showall=1 It no longer exists in this setup however: http://www.youtube.com/watch...

Steer clear of the dodgy ebay batteries and get em straight from HobbyKing, they are a few bucks more but they will actually last more than 3 flights as well. With the radio, I would think it was bes...

Bigger is better ;) Just the extra discharge capacity if you're on the edge of 20c will be worth it.

He likes to keep things low key, so what can be more low key than a big HAPPY BIRTHDAY DARREN!!!

The spreadsheet is attached to the bottom of the post here: http://www.parramatta.rcflyingclub.com/mybb/showthread.php?tid=84&pid=344#pid344

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/RealFlight-GPMZ4451-G5-5-Mode-1-EU-Flight-Simulator-/270649639140?pt=Radio_Control_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f03f9c0e4

On a standard hk450 head the swash should lift up to increase collective

One thing that really surprised me at the instructors course is the RPM they were flying the training copters at. Nowhere near 80% throttle/1700rpm suggested by Align etc. The things seemed like they...

The curves are a good starting point but every heli/motor/esc/head setup combo will be different so you can't fully set it until we see it flying. Your main objective is getting the thing extremely l...

I have updated the group order thread with the latest order calculations, please check it as there are quite a few payments outstanding

I used that exact battery in my DX7 for 8months before I got the new radio. I think I charged it twice maybe three times in that period (And you know how I leave my radio on at the field all the time!...

Welcome TC52 Helicopters fly away from you and attempt to destroy themselves whether you read the manual or not, nothing you can do there mate ;) Just a stack of practice and plenty of spares to get ...

Ingo, just grab a Lipo for it from HK, you wont need to charge for months at a time then. http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=7346

Dude who did it copping alot of flack from the fun Police in the US but its awesome footage http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9cSxEqKQ78 Also saw this: http://www.vimeo.com/13718165 FUN!!!

Thats a bummer dude, instead of adding drag you could try bringing the CoG rearward a smidge, will help with getting it to slow down for a flare.

NASA Dryden F-111 TACT Movie Collection - Original videos from early 70's to mid 80's, plus some interesting text on the development of the airframe: http://www.dfrc.nasa.gov/gallery/movie/F-111_TACT/...

...being retired from active duty today. Although I have seen the F-111 many many times up close and personal, I've never photographed it in a decent manner so I'll leave you with links to a tribute o...

Doubt I'll make it down on Saturday but am hoping for Sunday

Yep, echo'ing my compliments on Youtube, looks and sounds great. You said it was vibrating but I was actually thinking it looked very smooth for a maiden, Well Done! The rotor/tail wash chattering so...

Looks like we have a gate issue, It is on the agenda for the next committee meeting on Wednesday, all welcome!

Need mooooore power? I can help you there ;)

Ahem, Chris.... http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=15091 !

:wired: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfJFFU_AAew Especially at around 1:30

Yeah, its a school's oval, hence the restrictions. There are a few shops around the corner to eat at (Fish & Chips/Pub). The main advantage though is the free shuttle bus that bypasses all the traffic...

Avalon 2011 Campsite bookings now available: http://www.airshow.net.au/avalon2011/public-visitors/campsite.html

Just in time! I made the order last night but caught them today and asked them to add another set!

You get me a Futura and I'll definitley do a show like that! Hell, I'll even provide the Pirates of the Caribbean and Armageddon music ;)

The Heli should always ideally balance at the main rotor. Hold it by the flybar to see how it balances.

Sweet, right now we're looking at $19.37 per set. Any other takers? Will only get cheaper ;)

Guy's, I'm buying some more of the awesome Align hex drivers for Darren & Myself They're $15 au for a set and are absolutly and are easily the best drivers to use on your heli's. They are super strong...

Trully, Only you can answer that. I'd wager if you were comfortable flying mode2 heli then mode 2 planes should be a snap. If you can naturally fly mode 1 then stick with it.

Will be down around 9 ish on Saturday

Heh, you don't know me yet, I like to over do things 'slightly'

Nice airframe Pete, if you ask me it needs about 8 times more power though ;)

Just wanted to highlight these guy's video's if you haven't come across them yet. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2StCk2dvovg Brilliant production values... http://www.youtube.com/user/flitetest

Darren cant make it down to mow tomorrow, he's looking at a day long dentist appointment

I'll ask him tonight at the MAS meeting.

Wifey was away at Nelson Bay for a midweek holiday with her mum when she called me last night and said "Get up here, You have a personal tour of RAAF Williamtown with some guy named Matt Hall tomorrow...

Wifey just booked our Tickets on Jetstar, We're flying down and arriving at 1500 on the Thursday and going back 1200 on the Sunday. Bookings for the campsite open in a fortnight

Just a few quick questions: How many people use/look at the Google spreadsheet order calculations? If so, is it all the time or only occasionally? The reason I ask is that I've pretty much maxed out...

On the subject of Heli's. Here is a video I took of one of the guy's going for their Heli instructors ratings this weekend. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LjJJIfHXmc I had the privilege of watching...

No mods as yet, Just threw it together in a night for the course this weekend. Running the 35-48 1100 KV, 60amp ESC & a 12x6 x3bladed prop. I would rate performance as 'spirited' ;) Amps are a litt...

I walked in this arvo to do a quick test flight. The driveway and pit area are fine but the majority of the runway is waterlogged. If the rain stays away, it should be good for Sunday but any more rai...

Very nice!!! 11x is pushing it though :( As it is you need 2-3ch's each just for your motors. I forsee many y-leads!