Don't know if it's because the planes are bigger or what... But I have to say this episode had some of the best in-flight photography I've seen from you guys!!! I couldn't help but smile as I watched!
I love how this was filmed with multiple cameras, especially the chase cam. And I love the formation flying! I could tell you guys were having a blast, and it's definitely contagious even through the camera.
You could have had the plane carry a filled water balloon in a rear compartment, then set up a servo with sharp piece of wire that extends into that rear compartment to pop it on command. This would have let you keep the water almost completely separate from your electronics, and you would not have to worry about losing any water while you flew around.
The water bomber was based on the CL-215. A true and accomplished real life fire fighting airframe. Also nice to see a varient of the Boxcar in the air.
Okay guys... I have a multirotor challenge for you. Get as many mini multirotors and pilots as you can safely and effectively gather which can all fly at one time. I am guessing 4 to 6. Divide into teams of 2 or 3, then think of the old parachute game from elementary school where you try and shake the chute to move the beachball off the opposite side. Get short strings with hooks that attach to the "chute" (or similar and appropriate size fabric) and then set it up under a large tent or place like gymnasium or hangar that has a finite ceiling of about 20 feet. Game to 7- gotta win by 2 like in volleyball.
***** I don't think that'll work :). The "people" version works because of the "height limit" of the people. You have to "wave" the chute to move the ball. With multirotors everybody will just go straight up to try to tilt the chute to one side, resulting in carnage as soon as they hit the ceiling ;)
Balu That is why I implemented an "artificial" ceiling in the description; something as simple as a tent would work... a bungee tether is also an option and a good one as if you spring up too far you will nly loose control and smack back down... the bungee could attach to the multi, and then the fabric or chute, and then the ground... making for a finite amount of vertical maneuvering. Thanks Balu... but I thought about this... a little, ROFL!
Josh, Austin, Alex, Peter, and Eric... Great video and great planes! Great to see Eric back in the mix! Wonderful episode and the water bomber was great! Keep up the good work and keep this kind of content coming. These are the episodes that made you guys who you are. Thanks for The 3 E's are back!
From what I saw online Dipper was a Grumman Goose with a tricycle landing gear setup as opposed to the taildragger setup actual Goose aircraft had. Along with a CL-415 paint job as well.
This is what I love about Aviation. When you can share it with friends, have innovative ideas, and just be your plain old fun self. This episode showed good old - FuNovaTioN - at its best! Family, Friends, Food, Fun, and Flying! That's all I need and I'm good.
Yes! Peter is awesome! Quietly building greatness. Tall dude is great too. Forgot his name. Tall dude works for now, right? This episode made me very happy, had the spirit of the "old" days. Thank you!!
I'd say that the water bomber is more of a Canadair/Bombardier CL-415. Also, the C-119 looks AWESOME! you should totally make a speed build kit for it and i really look forward to it happening.
Great Video Guys and Peter is a Great addition to the crew. I love the water dropping plane and Peter getting everyone wet. Alex is getting pretty good at following and getting some great aerial video of you guys flying. Keep up the Good Work Guys.
Josh and gang, you probably will not see this but thank you for the smiles. I always enjoy your videos and so look forward to the next one. Your presence and fellowship abound! Thank you and see you next time.
I love you videos! I check every week for the next one to pop up on my phone so no matter where I'm at I can click on it and watch it immediately. I enjoy all that you guys do and the creativity very much don't change a thing. Peter you're great don't let the negative comments affect you, keep up the good work all of you at FlightTest!
How about a video on advanced multi-rotor design. -Such as a quad copter with motors facing down instead of up -The difference between a v-tail and a tri-copter and why you would want one over the other. -Along with the advantages or disadvantages of any "system". OR even better make a series about it like the beginner series!!!!! Big fan of your show and I have watched all your videos. Thank you guys for what you do!
The air to air was amazing and I can already see big thing from FT in the near future! I think that Peter is going to bring something special to the show! Like his VTOL cargo! Another thing you have said that you have had a ton of mini quads showing up at your door step! Maybe a mini quad review compare and contrast video with all of them?? And maybe even an FT mini quad?!
I think that it might be possible to use the sprayer from a Swifter WetJet mop to release the water. It may need some modification for greater volume..
I propose a challenge for ft. Seeing how large the cargo plane is, how about a how long can it fly challenge? Explain the build logic, ideas and show us how long the plane could fly
Have you ever thought about a Destruction challenge? Just a good old time of seeing you guys making the best destruction you can. After seeing the FT Viggen video I just want to see more of that! Isn't that part of the hobby, right?
i was mesmerized by the boxcar! should have had a camera in the cargo bay to see the payload get dropped! Can you do a review for the boxcar? it would make a great fpv ship!
That yellow and red plane isn't a knockoff of a Grumman Goose--instead it's a pretty close copy of the Canadair CL-215--a dedicated fire control airplane. Check this link out for more: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canadair_CL-215. BTW it's a water scooper--it would be fun to see you guys try THAT!!
Hey flight test I was wondering if you have any trouble shooting tips on the aircore planes from flyzone. I have the aircore Cathy 2 and whenever I try to fly it it starts to take off then barrel rolls to the left. I remember you guys flew the "miss america airframe" and thought you could help me :). The for your time in reading this and for all the great planes you fly. :)
YES YES!!!! I love you guys!! I was thinking about this video and thought "Hmmm, wonder if Flitetest will store water in a plane and set out a fire" Then I saw your video…It made my day. Quick question though…Can you make a video on the electronics of 2 motors on a plane? Like the plane you are using has 2 motors…Do you need 2 batteries? Or 2 receivers? Would really appreciate a reply!
Very cool. I'd really like to see a video featuring Josh Bixler and his main interests. The hobby is going tech heavy (eg: fpv quads) which is far from any RC pilot's origin if they've been flying for more than a decade. I'm thinking that there are people like me that want to see what got him into flying and how his interests have changed over the years. Maybe show off a big nitro plane or something similar from long ago, vs his newest favorites (quads?, planes?, etc?). Thumbs up if you are interested in seeing deeper into Bixler's origin story too!
This was amazing! I have to build a Grumman Goose myself (can't wait for the plans), but maybe I manage one tiny improvement: the eyes move in the direction of flight :)
About Peter: I am so glad to see him come from the "minors" as a skilled guest and now invited to the "SHOW". Any major player needs to learn his place on the team. From what I've seen, Peter has a lot to offer, just like David (he was scored badly at first). Peter is a great builder...the quad-plane was cool.....give him a chance....Peter- work on your delivery...just like David had to.
@@jordyrobignon3387 Trial and error my friend. Go tri it al. A little error and a little success. Build one. If it is a little different and still flies then make a video and post the link. I think they'd love it and that is the point. Be your own FlightTest.
@@JoshWeaverRC in Belgium are there foam boards more expencive so i like the plan's or kit's so i don't have errors and save the amount of foamboard wasted
Great episode guys! Those planes fly amazingly! Very stable! I love the "accident" in the very beginning. At least it was outside and not on the carpet! Lol
FliteTest how long did it take you guys to build these planes including the duster i want to build one really bad but I'm not very good and building yet
Guys don't know if you've done one before but I'd love to see a B52 bomber model and dedicate it to Raymond C Smith! Centerline Bombay door and a couple Air Launch Cruise Missiles on the inside that can be dropped! The other critter I'd love to see would be the old Star Trek Interprise fly around! LOL
Don't know if it's because the planes are bigger or what... But I have to say this episode had some of the best in-flight photography I've seen from you guys!!! I couldn't help but smile as I watched!
Thanks! I will pass that along to Alex :)
FliteTest Also pass along that his new haircut looks much better than the old shaggy rug he had going on in the past!
I was thinking the same thing.
FliteTest The air to air shots were great, but alex deserves a bigger camera ship. he is doing a great job!
FPVREVIEWS I believe that he prefers the mini quad because of its agility and speed
The CL-415 Dipper plans are still the only set I want from FliteTest after all these years. Thanks for everything so far for so long.
I love how this was filmed with multiple cameras, especially the chase cam. And I love the formation flying! I could tell you guys were having a blast, and it's definitely contagious even through the camera.
I would love to see that black cargo plane become one of the builds/kits. It looks sweet and seems to fly like a dreamsicle.
Me to I wish they would put up plans
Absolutely agree!! C-119 Speed Build Kit!
My lil cousin: OMG THE MOVIE PLANES
You could have had the plane carry a filled water balloon in a rear compartment, then set up a servo with sharp piece of wire that extends into that rear compartment to pop it on command.
This would have let you keep the water almost completely separate from your electronics, and you would not have to worry about losing any water while you flew around.
Good idea
Well it’s actually a really good idea but they might not do this again now
Yeaa
Or they could just drop the water balloon with an automatic hatch?
Clever idea
9 years and still my favorite video from flite test
The water bomber was based on the CL-215. A true and accomplished real life fire fighting airframe. Also nice to see a varient of the Boxcar in the air.
Okay guys... I have a multirotor challenge for you.
Get as many mini multirotors and pilots as you can safely and effectively gather which can all fly at one time. I am guessing 4 to 6. Divide into teams of 2 or 3, then think of the old parachute game from elementary school where you try and shake the chute to move the beachball off the opposite side. Get short strings with hooks that attach to the "chute" (or similar and appropriate size fabric) and then set it up under a large tent or place like gymnasium or hangar that has a finite ceiling of about 20 feet.
Game to 7- gotta win by 2 like in volleyball.
***** You're crazy! Love it
FliteTest
crazy like a fox... I am staring at winter approaching here in the east... gotta find quad fun indoors.
FliteTest
...of course water balloons might be fun... or eggs?
***** I don't think that'll work :).
The "people" version works because of the "height limit" of the people. You have to "wave" the chute to move the ball.
With multirotors everybody will just go straight up to try to tilt the chute to one side, resulting in carnage as soon as they hit the ceiling ;)
Balu
That is why I implemented an "artificial" ceiling in the description; something as simple as a tent would work... a bungee tether is also an option and a good one as if you spring up too far you will nly loose control and smack back down... the bungee could attach to the multi, and then the fabric or chute, and then the ground... making for a finite amount of vertical maneuvering.
Thanks Balu... but I thought about this... a little, ROFL!
Josh, Austin, Alex, Peter, and Eric... Great video and great planes! Great to see Eric back in the mix! Wonderful episode and the water bomber was great! Keep up the good work and keep this kind of content coming. These are the episodes that made you guys who you are. Thanks for The 3 E's are back!
themajik1 Thanks Majik! Its awesome to be back in the mix.....best job ever! :)
From what I saw online Dipper was a Grumman Goose with a tricycle landing gear setup as opposed to the taildragger setup actual Goose aircraft had. Along with a CL-415 paint job as well.
I lost it when the sunglasses dropped on dusty after that flip XD Whoever's idea that was, you have my personal approval of coolness.
The sun glasses on the ft duster were priceless
The "deal with it" bit was awesome. You guys are making your production and editing better with every episode: good job!
This is what I love about Aviation. When you can share it with friends, have innovative ideas, and just be your plain old fun self. This episode showed good old - FuNovaTioN - at its best! Family, Friends, Food, Fun, and Flying! That's all I need and I'm good.
Yes! Peter is awesome! Quietly building greatness. Tall dude is great too. Forgot his name. Tall dude works for now, right? This episode made me very happy, had the spirit of the "old" days. Thank you!!
trickhealey agreed!
I think the yellow plane is actually supposed to be a Canadair CL415 Super Scooper. I could be wrong though!
whoever is flying that lil blackout mini quad is a beast, he got some awesome shots
I'd say that the water bomber is more of a Canadair/Bombardier CL-415. Also, the C-119 looks AWESOME! you should totally make a speed build kit for it and i really look forward to it happening.
it could also be the CL-215
@@jacksondeford3304 No, because this model has turbine nacelles not the 215 radials.
Great Video Guys and Peter is a Great addition to the crew. I love the water dropping plane and Peter getting everyone wet. Alex is getting pretty good at following and getting some great aerial video of you guys flying. Keep up the Good Work Guys.
This really is what the hobby is all about.
Please do some more of these crazy builds, they are really good and are cool to watch.
This is awesome!! Im a HUGE Planes fan I would loooove to see you guys make Blade and Windlifter, the other two helicopters!!
That Boxcar aircraft is amazing ! Well done.
You guys have way too much fun! Which is exactly what this hobby is all about!
one of the best videos you've ever made.
I'd love to see you drop a quad out the back of the boxcar. Would you be able to get it armed and under control before it hit the ground?
Josh and gang, you probably will not see this but thank you for the smiles. I always enjoy your videos and so look forward to the next one. Your presence and fellowship abound! Thank you and see you next time.
What are these planes made from?
I'd love to see you land a small RC plane inside the cargo planes hold WHILE flying! That would be awesome!
I love you videos! I check every week for the next one to pop up on my phone so no matter where I'm at I can click on it and watch it immediately. I enjoy all that you guys do and the creativity very much don't change a thing. Peter you're great don't let the negative comments affect you, keep up the good work all of you at FlightTest!
I dunno, make an Osprey plane that converts in mid air from a multi rotor to a plane.
SUUUUURRRRRREEEEE
StikDan The best animator nhhuhiujo8f
I have not fond any kit or plans for the C-119? is there a speed kit or plans out there i can get???
Sadly no.
That "Goose" looks more like a Canadair CL-215. Great video, Guys!
This is the kind of episode you guys would have had when David was still on the show, I love it!
Only windestål would have filled the cup with petrol/gas and lit more fires instead...
Man that boxcar plane is awesome
you should get on to Disney to see if they would sponsor some speed build kits with planes merch included. nice video guys
Awesome set of planes, my four year old will be blown away
I was particularly impressed with Peter's pain jobs. I'd love to see a "how-to" video on this topic!
How creative and how fun! You guys are the best !
dito=== some of the best in-flight photography I've seen from you guys!!!
Cool video! I think the big yellow one is CL-215. That's what we use up here in Canada to fight forest fires.
you're right dipper is a CL-215 flying boat
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How about a video on advanced multi-rotor design.
-Such as a quad copter with motors facing down instead of up
-The difference between a v-tail and a tri-copter and why you would want one over the other.
-Along with the advantages or disadvantages of any "system".
OR even better make a series about it like the beginner series!!!!!
Big fan of your show and I have watched all your videos. Thank you guys for what you do!
The air to air was amazing and I can already see big thing from FT in the near future! I think that Peter is going to bring something special to the show! Like his VTOL cargo! Another thing you have said that you have had a ton of mini quads showing up at your door step! Maybe a mini quad review compare and contrast video with all of them?? And maybe even an FT mini quad?!
Thank you for getting me back to the RC community!
I think that it might be possible to use the sprayer from a Swifter WetJet mop to release the water. It may need some modification for greater volume..
I propose a challenge for ft. Seeing how large the cargo plane is, how about a how long can it fly challenge? Explain the build logic, ideas and show us how long the plane could fly
5:52 Nice touch with the sunglasses! That made the moment there. I laughed.
Good job
you got me to an ad you brat
Yah same
HAH i didnt notice them
@@joe-xk8nl lol
Awesome, nice work and great painting peter
a speed build kit for the boxcar would be awsome
Though design seems simple, you captured these planes really well, and nicely filmed too.
Is the C-119 one of Peter's creations? Simply AWESOME!
Peter designed the water bomber. The C-119 is my design. Plans are free on our site friend. :)
JB
Josh Bixler
Thanks!
does the goose/widgeon thing work as an flying boat, or is just a belly-lander?
Have you ever thought about a Destruction challenge? Just a good old time of seeing you guys making the best destruction you can. After seeing the FT Viggen video I just want to see more of that! Isn't that part of the hobby, right?
i was mesmerized by the boxcar! should have had a camera in the cargo bay to see the payload get dropped! Can you do a review for the boxcar? it would make a great fpv ship!
Great video, guys! You got some great formation flying shots in this one. Keep up the good work.
That yellow and red plane isn't a knockoff of a Grumman Goose--instead it's a pretty close copy of the Canadair CL-215--a dedicated fire control airplane.
Check this link out for more: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canadair_CL-215.
BTW it's a water scooper--it would be fun to see you guys try THAT!!
Would love to see a C119 build video, that thing was huge!
I would like to see that Great Planes Kunai you have in the airplane pile, reviewed.
Oh! More planes to build! :) I'm really looking forward to the C-119.
Thanks for everything you guys do! Thanks for being awesome!
Hey flight test I was wondering if you have any trouble shooting tips on the aircore planes from flyzone. I have the aircore Cathy 2 and whenever I try to fly it it starts to take off then barrel rolls to the left. I remember you guys flew the "miss america airframe" and thought you could help me :). The for your time in reading this and for all the great planes you fly. :)
YES YES!!!! I love you guys!!
I was thinking about this video and thought "Hmmm, wonder if Flitetest will store water in a plane and set out a fire"
Then I saw your video…It made my day.
Quick question though…Can you make a video on the electronics of 2 motors on a plane? Like the plane you are using has 2 motors…Do you need 2 batteries? Or 2 receivers? Would really appreciate a reply!
Would like to see that Cessna Boxcar as a speed built kit on store. Would definatly buy it.
Awesome formation flying near the end!
Very cool. I'd really like to see a video featuring Josh Bixler and his main interests. The hobby is going tech heavy (eg: fpv quads) which is far from any RC pilot's origin if they've been flying for more than a decade. I'm thinking that there are people like me that want to see what got him into flying and how his interests have changed over the years. Maybe show off a big nitro plane or something similar from long ago, vs his newest favorites (quads?, planes?, etc?).
Thumbs up if you are interested in seeing deeper into Bixler's origin story too!
Adam Demas Theree was an episode in wich some team members explain their background in RC.
Search "who is Josh Bixler" in channel.
Regards
Alfredo Arbe
never heard of this channel and this is the first video I've watched and it's really good, nice job guys
cant wait to get the plans for the big one... that be a perfect first timer...
what powers the props ? does it use fuel or special batteries ? any how i loved watching
Great episode guys FliteTest
This is super cool. I was honestly going to request that y’all try to replicate a functioning CAL FIRE scoop place or helo with bucket
This was amazing! I have to build a Grumman Goose myself (can't wait for the plans), but maybe I manage one tiny improvement: the eyes move in the direction of flight :)
Where's blade ranger😢😢
can we get some plans for these planes? they look nice..
Link in the description!
FliteTest I'm not finding the plans for the two twins, only Dusty. I'm interested in the C119
Can u guys sell a kit where u include the motor and all the other electronic stuff except for the controller and receiver?
Is there a easier way to read the plans instead of measuring all the inches
About Peter: I am so glad to see him come from the "minors" as a skilled guest and now invited to the "SHOW". Any major player needs to learn his place on the team. From what I've seen, Peter has a lot to offer, just like David (he was scored badly at first). Peter is a great builder...the quad-plane was cool.....give him a chance....Peter- work on your delivery...just like David had to.
hey!There are no plans for the goose plane.when are they going to arrive ?
i hope the plan's get an update or can buy as a kit soon i love these builds GO flite test
You should ask them how they built it without any plans. The answer might surprise you.
@@JoshWeaverRC i think they build it with a little succes and many Tetris alot of foam boards
@@jordyrobignon3387 Trial and error my friend. Go tri it al. A little error and a little success. Build one. If it is a little different and still flies then make a video and post the link. I think they'd love it and that is the point. Be your own FlightTest.
@@JoshWeaverRC in Belgium are there foam boards more expencive so i like the plan's or kit's so i don't have errors and save the amount of foamboard wasted
@@jordyrobignon3387 Only big risks lead to big payoffs. Enjoy the flights and all involved.
I would love to see you guys do a review on one of Peter's VTOL planes such as his Chimera tricopter tilt rotor.
Nice job guys I really like the AC-119!
Great vid guys ....nice to see some fixed wing action
i would love to see the big twin engine one get a build video as well as a review
When you do your video on waterproofing foam board, could you please waterproof the FT Cruiser and put it on floats?
Awesome Awesome Awesome, I love the new FPV technology, we were up there with you.... Great job guys ! Thanks
Thunderbirds guys TB1,2,3 and 5 or have you already done these if so the Captain Scarlett Angels x3 would look good dudes
Culd you also bring out a speed build kit for the C-119 Flying Boxcar?
A how to build video would be nice too... :)
U guys should make actual water landers. That would make a great episode FliteTest
how much would it cost to build the big black one
Duster: THUG LIFE
do you guys sell plans to those??
+Jay Magallanes the plans are free, their speed build kits will cost ya tho.. go to their website
They only have Duster though.
Hey guys from Flite Test your show is really amazing and i loved this episode for seeing you just having fun with some cool planes!
Go on!!
My question is simple,,,,,when are these going to be kits? And will you and them be at Eweek next month?????
They will just be free plans for now. No immediate goals to make them Speed Build Kits. Yes, we will be at eNall at Triple Tree :)
FliteTest Very much looking forward to the speedbuild kits for these
you need to go all-in with this challenge and build a water scoop!
What are the setup's you used in this video on the cargo plane and the fire plane and are there decal plans for those??
And build video's of these 2 would be awesome!
If I built the FT Boxcar, would a Power Pack C Twin Engine work to power it?
that was awesome if you could just hide some FPV cameras on then without ruining the look that would be the cherry on top
Great episode guys! Those planes fly amazingly! Very stable!
I love the "accident" in the very beginning. At least it was outside and not on the carpet! Lol
FliteTest how long did it take you guys to build these planes including the duster i want to build one really bad but I'm not very good and building yet
have you tried a plane launching an x-15 rocket kind of thing. as in the late 50s chuck yeager kind of build.
Guys don't know if you've done one before but I'd love to see a B52 bomber model and dedicate it to Raymond C Smith!
Centerline Bombay door and a couple Air Launch Cruise Missiles on the inside that can be dropped!
The other critter I'd love to see would be the old Star Trek Interprise fly around! LOL