I have built at least 8 or 9 flighttest models, and the best thing about them is they are cheap and pretty durable, so when you crash it doesn't crush your soul. I haven't flown any master series yet but I absolutely love what they are doing over there at flighttest.
I wasn't into foam board until I built a warbird and it was the best flying experience I've ever had. Flite test has become my favorite kind of planes. 3d printed ones suck when you're noob ;-}>
@@papamidnightfpv I have to agree. Even for experience flyers, 3D printed planes aren't durable enough. I've done 2 of them and after a few flights, I had enough. Look great but break all the time. Someday we'll get there but not yet...
@@therc4784 I use the semi-satin. I've done 4 planes so far with good results. I apply a thin coat with a foam brush, let it soak in for about a minute or two and wipe off with a clean rag. Then let the plane dry overnight before painting.
I just set my A-10 on the grass and throttle up; it's airborne in seconds. I don't find the differential thrust to be very effective, but it's fun to fly in very strong winds because it doesn't have any bad tendencies.
Definitely agree that it is very stable. I just had to rebuilt the tail section. It was getting warped from being in the car. I'll have it back in the air soon. Thanks for watching!
I built the original ft a10 and it's much slower and better for an unexpected pilot like myself but this one is looks much nicer it also has better differential thrust because the motors are on the wings and further apart
Just sent you an email about this. No issues and I feel very comfortable launching it. It's very loud so be prepared but I don't feel nervous with this one. Cheers!
Nice model but I just wish the ducted fans didn't whine like they do, I know that's the nature of high speed electric but I can still wish for a more throaty sound. Thanks for sharing.
I agree with you. I cringe when I hear most pushers. However, this one isn't quite as bad as most of them. Maybe because it is a twin. It gets pretty loud and whiny at full throttle but at less than 75%, it's not bad in my opinion. Plus, this things flies so well it has really become one that I take out almost every time I fly. Take it easy and thanks for watching!
I know Bill (club mates) he will probably upgrade sooner or later. He already has some ducted equipment. I can see Bill eventually 3D printing his own full aircraft designs.
Yes, this is the small one designed by John Overstreet. I don't believe they are going to release the plans for the newer planes because the designs were being pirated and re-sold.
I wouldn't give up on them. I've build 4 of them and will start my fifth soon. All of them few amazingly with no bad characteristics. I've got big EDF's, and expensive prop planes but the FT birds are my go to stress-free planes.
@@reedinspace2286 I wish I had your success. Three quick build kits and 2 scratch builds and very little success on this s end.... Must be operator failure!! Lol
@@carl469 there support and service is outstanding. Call them up, I bet you won't be disappointed. Especially if you've ever dealt with DJI customer service. DJI customer service is probably amazing if you have a giant you tube channel, but if you're just a customer... good luck.
My first FT speedbuild was a Duster. Easy enough to build, but hard to fly. Then I built the Bloody Baron. It was Bloody wonderful! Easy to handle, durable, quick to turn and my 11-year-old son's favorite plane. I prefer to fly the mini master series now: Hellcat and Zero are amazing, or the Scout which is so well balanced, I can fly it in most any wind.
I needed an A-10 in my hanger and with props, I get a bit more simplicity, more flight time with less battery, and less cost. I'm sure one day I'll get an EDF version but I am having a blast with this one! Thanks for watching...
@@rizen3467 yeah. Kinda why the old school df nitros were so bad ass. Cant find them anymore. Either kerosene or edf. Both are way more expensive then they ever should be.
I have built at least 8 or 9 flighttest models, and the best thing about them is they are cheap and pretty durable, so when you crash it doesn't crush your soul. I haven't flown any master series yet but I absolutely love what they are doing over there at flighttest.
Totally agree! Quite a bit less stress flying these.
I wasn't into foam board until I built a warbird and it was the best flying experience I've ever had. Flite test has become my favorite kind of planes. 3d printed ones suck when you're noob ;-}>
@@papamidnightfpv I have to agree. Even for experience flyers, 3D printed planes aren't durable enough. I've done 2 of them and after a few flights, I had enough. Look great but break all the time. Someday we'll get there but not yet...
Beautiful plane and flight, good job
Much appreciated!
That is a great looking plane! Great job on the paint job.
Thanks! This was just good ol' Rustoleum spray paint. I always apply a coat of Minwax Polyurethane first.
@@reedinspace2286 oh, that’s a great tip thanks man! 😀
@@therc4784 I use the semi-satin. I've done 4 planes so far with good results. I apply a thin coat with a foam brush, let it soak in for about a minute or two and wipe off with a clean rag. Then let the plane dry overnight before painting.
@@reedinspace2286 Wow, there is next level of dedication. I’m going to have to try that out it sounds like a great method.
I just set my A-10 on the grass and throttle up; it's airborne in seconds. I don't find the differential thrust to be very effective, but it's fun to fly in very strong winds because it doesn't have any bad tendencies.
Definitely agree that it is very stable. I just had to rebuilt the tail section. It was getting warped from being in the car. I'll have it back in the air soon. Thanks for watching!
sweet looking build Bill, don't sweat the small stuff!!!
Building mine right now. I bought the kit but I'm using it as templates and scratch building it.
It's a great flyer so I think you will really like it. Best of luck!
I built the original ft a10 and it's much slower and better for an unexpected pilot like myself but this one is looks much nicer it also has better differential thrust because the motors are on the wings and further apart
Thanks for watching. This version has great power but also handles at low speeds very well. I don't think you would have any issues handling it.
A10 goes *brrrrr*
The pusher props look like they might be pretty close to your hands and face when you hand launch. Any issues with that??
Just sent you an email about this. No issues and I feel very comfortable launching it. It's very loud so be prepared but I don't feel nervous with this one. Cheers!
Great job (assembly, flight and video). Waiting for my kit by the mail
What are the propeller specs or dimensions? I'd need to order some
Nice model but I just wish the ducted fans didn't whine like they do, I know that's the nature of high speed electric but I can still wish for a more throaty sound. Thanks for sharing.
I agree with you. I cringe when I hear most pushers. However, this one isn't quite as bad as most of them. Maybe because it is a twin. It gets pretty loud and whiny at full throttle but at less than 75%, it's not bad in my opinion. Plus, this things flies so well it has really become one that I take out almost every time I fly. Take it easy and thanks for watching!
Why do you think this has been discontinued on the store? I couldn't find it anywhere in 2024
I saw it in there a few months ago. I don't see many of them out at the airfields. Not sure...
Great video, your plane really awesome
reedinspace, any chance you would share the 3d printer files? thanks
Hey Doug. If you head over to Thingiverse, search for "reedinspace", the STL's should all be there. Cheers!
simple metal-air batteries, because you anyways use air to fly, 20x your flight time, or even hydrogen engine/fuel cell, same principle
Nice paint job! I love the look of those Mater-series kits
Eyes closed it sounds like a DJI FPV quad.
sweet build
I appreciate it and thanks for watching!
I love that set up (pushers behind the nessels
You know... they make actual
ducted fans about the same
size as the "engines" you have
on this plane, and their electric.
I know Bill (club mates) he will probably upgrade sooner or later. He already has some ducted equipment. I can see Bill eventually 3D printing his own full aircraft designs.
Good work fantastic vídeo end plane
Thanks a lot!
I love it fantastic
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Can you link the thingiverse page(s)? Looks great!
I'll try to post them later. If you search for "reedinspace", they should all be there. Cheers!
@@reedinspace2286 following you on thingverse now, cool designs!
Awesome rc plane
Thanks! Much appreciated.
is this a smaller version of the bigger one, or is it one of them designed by John, which don't have any free plans?
This is the production model, modified by the owner.
@@jarekmace1536 so, it's plans are not available, right?
Yes, this is the small one designed by John Overstreet. I don't believe they are going to release the plans for the newer planes because the designs were being pirated and re-sold.
@@reedinspace2286 ohhh
I give up on FT.... Tried 3 of their kits. Not one flew decent!!
I wouldn't give up on them. I've build 4 of them and will start my fifth soon. All of them few amazingly with no bad characteristics. I've got big EDF's, and expensive prop planes but the FT birds are my go to stress-free planes.
@@reedinspace2286 I wish I had your success. Three quick build kits and 2 scratch builds and very little success on this s end.... Must be operator failure!! Lol
@@carl469 there support and service is outstanding. Call them up, I bet you won't be disappointed. Especially if you've ever dealt with DJI customer service. DJI customer service is probably amazing if you have a giant you tube channel, but if you're just a customer... good luck.
My first FT speedbuild was a Duster. Easy enough to build, but hard to fly. Then I built the Bloody Baron. It was Bloody wonderful! Easy to handle, durable, quick to turn and my 11-year-old son's favorite plane. I prefer to fly the mini master series now: Hellcat and Zero are amazing, or the Scout which is so well balanced, I can fly it in most any wind.
Why did you choose props over edfs ?
I needed an A-10 in my hanger and with props, I get a bit more simplicity, more flight time with less battery, and less cost. I'm sure one day I'll get an EDF version but I am having a blast with this one! Thanks for watching...
@@reedinspace2286 yeah, the flight time on edf jets suck xD
@@rizen3467 yeah. Kinda why the old school df nitros were so bad ass. Cant find them anymore.
Either kerosene or edf.
Both are way more expensive then they ever should be.
Импеллер поставить дорого?
If I understand the translation, you are asking if the motors are expensive? Not really. About $15 USD each. The props are a couple of dollars.
@@reedinspace2286 почему импеллер не поставили?(turbine)
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A jet with propellers on the back.
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