Here is an easy to build 100% Readi-Board ("Dollar Tree") foamboard motorglider for casual flying around the park. The video list below has 10 videos detailing every aspect of planning, building, tuning, and flying this plane. Start with "Armin Wing" and "Foamboard Fuselage Tube" building technique videos if you are not already familiar.
With a 60" wingspan, 45" length, 2200kV motor, it can fly up to 30 minutes on a 2200mAh 3cell battery pack. All-up weight approximately 850g. Optional folding wing makes for a compact plane for transport.
Estimated cost: $80, build time 6-8 hours
Parts: 5 pieces of Readi-Board foamboard, one outrunner motor around 200-250 watt range with suitable propeller, one ESC, 4 x 9 gram servos, 4 x 20" servo extensions, RC receiver, plastic gift cards, packing tape, hot glue (links to recommended parts are listed in YouTube video descriptions)
Please message me with any questions or if I can help you build one of your own.
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