This short video documents my second maiden attempt, this time with a scratch built FT Flyer. In spite of where the plane ended up, I have to say it was a far more successful maiden than my previous attempt with a Nutball.
http://flitetest.com/articles/maiden-flight-of-the-nut-job.
After a dismal takeoff and immediate crash, I switched from an 8x6 prop and 3s battery to a 9x4.7 prop and a 2s battery. That seemed to make all the difference.
Enjoy the video. More details after.
Here are the promised details:
Plane - FT Flyer scratch build from Flite Test plans
Motor - EMAX DF2822 1200kv
ESC - Hobby King Red Brick
Prop - Gemfan 9x4.7 slowfly
Battery - ZIPPY Compact 500mAh 25c 2s LiPo
Music - "Centerfield" instrumental version
performed by The Hit Co.
The camera I used was a Contour Roam2 on a headband mount. I like this setup for this kind of shooting because the camera sits to the side of my head instead of on top. After a few minutes, I forget it's there.
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