D25 Build Progress

Ok, so here go! Picture time...

 

This are the only four parts that have to be cut  to shape other than the motor mount. Four ribs.

Here we line up everything according to the plan. Spars have been cut to size as per plan. These spar are 6mm carbon tubes. Here I used rods but they should have been tubes. I got these from Radicalrc.com

Here we make sure everything lines up and that is not twisted.

 

Here we cut and glue the trailing edge. This trailing edge should be made out of hardwood or a nice stiff balsa spar. I used some soft balsa and I believe this could be improved on a next build.

 

Here are the leading edges cut and positioned and glued to the front of the ribs. These are 5mm carbon tubes. 

 

Here wing tips have been glued. I also made a mistake here and used balsa. On a next build I will use hardwood. I chose balsa at first for the trailing edge and tips because of weight concerns. I think the extra weight should be minimal with hardwood. 

 Motor mount cut and glued to main ribs or fuse sides whatever you wanna call them.

Here the bottom part of the fuse has been sheeted with 1/16" balsa. The sheeting goes all the way from the trailing edge to the leading edge.

Here the wing has been sheeted on the top from the trailing edge to the back spar. And from the front of the motor mount to the back of the motor mount. I could've just left the motor mount without sheeting but I wanted it to be as streamlined as possible.

Here's a shot of the whole thing on it's way

Here I wanted to see how everything fit inside the plane. Plenty of space I would say.

The electronics you see are a Mega brushless motor 16/15/7, 1800 Mah Lipo, Jeti ESC and a castle creations stamp receiver ( recently got into 2.4 GHZ and I hate the long antennas now)  This motor is not a high RPM motor it offers like 1250 KV if I'm not mistaken so not a lot of speed but it should be plenty of power to move it around. The prop is a 8X4 Apc prop.

Here I made a hatch to cover it all up. On a later picture this hatch has to be modified to acomodate servos. I moved the servos way to the front so Cg wouldn't be a problem with this setup. On a future build I will move the servos to another location and make a neater job at the hatch. I don't like the actual hatch contraption that I had to improvise. My bad, poor planing on that part. But hey we still need to find out if this thing will fly!

 A little more detail on the hatch. Like I said before I had to modify it (butcher? ) to accommodate servos.

 

I think it's looking nice. Hope it flies as nice as it looks.

 Some covering on it. On this type of airplane a high contrast scheme works best. I had this covering lying around for years and decided to use it. But high visibility colors in contrast work best for top and bottom. I'm not to worried about it because with the current setup it shouldn't be the screaming demon I hope it to be on the future.

Weighed the whole thing stuffed. Came out at 16.06  OZ Not bad for 287 Sq Inches I guess.

I dunno, this is embarrassing. This could've come out better. But for now this is it.

That's all for now. I hope to finish it this week. So if you like it, stay tuned. Hopefully I will maiden it this next weekend and post video and a report on how it came out. Like always, keep flying!

D25

Here's a pic of some of the materials for the D25. I will update faster since I have all the materials on hand and will start building tonight. Stay tuned.

I'm Back!

Oh man! I was sick for a few days and hadn't updated. This week I want to start on my delta wing. Like I said before, stay tuned for a build log. Keep flying!

D25 Update

Ha! Carbon rods and tubes for the D25 just arrived from Radical RC. Construction should start by the end of this week. I am sick as a dog right now and it sucks to be building like this. These tubes and rods will make for the spars and leading edge. I wanted to use tubes for the spars but went with solid because that was what available at the time of purchase so, there will be a slight weight penalty but it should be negligible. Stay tuned for the progress.

Real Glider Aerobatics

I envy this guy, Watch it!

Up Close And Personal Hovering

This is how you hover an RC airplane!

D25 Delta Wing

Just wanted to update on the build of the D25. I am still waiting for parts like Carbon rods, props and prop adapters. I have a Mega 16/15/8 brush-less motor. I have been using this motor on a thermal glider for a few years and it has awesome power with a 3S LiPo. I was having doubt's on using this motor in particular since it's doesn't provide high RPM's but after verifying the motors specs it's seems it will be a good base test. After seeing the performance with that motor I'll reevaluate and maybe put on a another motor. For now the only goal of this plane is to break 100 MPH, after that we'll see how fast we can get it going. Keep coming back for updates on the build. I'll be putting on pics and a video of the maiden flight. This should be a very short build even though it's built up because of the simplicity of the design. It's meant to be extremely light but tough at the same time. Let's see how it goes.

E-Flite Scimitar Review

Hey guys, here's a review by Flite Test on youtube of the Scimitar designed by Quique Somenzini. Watch the video!

Fast RC Delta

This is something I am currently working on. It is a Delta wing, this is to go FAST! I'll be using a brush-less Mega motor on it with Jeti ESC. I have several prop setups in mind that I want to try. It's currently on the works so stay tuned for updates on building pictures and videos of the maiden flight. Can't wait!

The Gambler DLG

This is one of the first versions of the Gambler. The Gambler is a DLG (discuss launched glider) made by Wright Brothers RC. They have since upgraded it with Drela airfoils and a higher degree of poly dihedral and I believe added a few inches of wingspan. They made a great machine they only got it better. If you are looking to get into DLG this is a great option. Here's a video of it being launched. This is an on board camera.

Here's me circa 2003 with my Lanier Pro Twister. This was an awsome 3D plane. Actually this was my first 3D plane. On it I learned to hover, harrier, rolling circles, high alfa knifedges. This plane could do it all. It's also one of the ugliest rc planes I have ever had!

Pepino RC Model Club

Here's a screenshot taken from video taken from the Poly Sergio over our club

RC Trainer

I started flying RC airplanes back in 2002. I had always wanted to fly RC since I was a kid. In 2002 I got to do it! I started with a Golberg Kadet LT40. It was a great trainer. I always have to thank my friend John which I met trough flying RC for teaching me to fly RC planes. He was a great mentor and instructor. He taught me a nice trick that really helped me gain confidence to fly my first time. No sim no trainer cord, just here Dan take the radio! He was always available to teach people how to fly. Never charged a dime to anybody for teaching.

At that time I flew a little bit of everything. Speed, 3D, sport, sailplanes, these were great times and it's a part of my life I will always cherish. Met many new friends that until today are my friends. Fast forward 2012 has been a few years since I last flew any airplanes I had some stowed away in a closet. To my surprise there had been a 600 feet runway paved for RC nearby where I live, I needed to get back! So here I am back again with a trainer getting back to RC. It's great to be back. Making new friends and having some fun. I will update regularly with pics and videos. I also want to pay it forward by teaching other to fly RC the same way my friend taught me. See you up there!