Steve Colman

Just realised that the Inspiration is also marketed and sold by Juan Rombaut here in Spain so I may get in touch with him.

Thank you all very much for your input. Whether I end up with a Focus or an M3 I don't know. I'm still conducting research into each option and have put feelers out concerning second hand models. If I can find something along the lines of a Sebart Angel/Wind/other of similar size that doesn't stretch the budget too far I will go for it. However, if that proves not to be fruitful, something along the lines of the FMS Olympus will probably do all I want and more. I've also seen the "Inspiration" foamie kit, as sold by 4-Max. I have all the necessary electronics including batteries to kit one of these out so that may be another option.

Thanks Peter, and as you surmised, unfortunately it's way over my budget. I'm selling a couple of models in order to fund the new model. I do follow Juan's youtube channel and find it very interesting and helpful. Although I live in Spain I have not met him and no-one in my club flies F3A. When the club organises an event it tends to be Jet Turbines of all descriptions because that's what one member flies and the whole club tends to be run around him and his wants.

That's a very timely remark Learner. I emailed Sebart this afternoon about the availability of the Angel 50. I received a reply that stated that the Angel 50 and the Wind 50 are no longer in production, leaving only the Mytho S 50 pattern model in this size. Of course, the Mytho airframe is more expensive and requires 5 servos as opposed to the simplicity of the 4 standard servos needed for the Angel. And, many say that the Angel was the best flyer ot the three. Now, the only way to get an Angel is to find a retailer that still has one in stock or find a second hand model and take a chance with it. Sad times. I guess this does make my decision somewhat easier towards getting the Olympus? We shall see.

Yes, I know this. I have suitable servos so would need just a motor + ESC which should be attainable within the 200 additional cost.

The prop will most likely be replaced by an APC and will definitely be properly balanced

Thanks for your input Konrad. I'm still undecided as to get one of these or try to raise the extra funds needed for a Sebart Angel 50E. Either way I'm not interested in competition flying, I just enjoy attempting to fly in a smooth and graceful fashion that is typical of F3A Pattern planes which I also like the look of. The extra size of the Angel would be nice but It will need an additional 200+ notes to realise this. I will, as always, procrastinate further before coming to a decision.

Thank you for your replies gents. Much appreciated.

After the demise of my Sebart Angel S30e I am looking for a replacement. My initial thought was to upsize to the 50e version but my finances just can't quite stretch that far. So, as one does, I've been looking for an alternative and the FMS Olympus seems to fit the bill nicely. From what I've read and seen it appears to be a good performer. Anyone have any first hand experience with this model that they care to share? Alternatively, any other similar model I should consider? Thanks in advance, Steve.

Lovely looking models!

If you don't feel moved by this ...............................I'll say no more. Just listen and enjoy.

Thank you so much Paul.

Can anyone tell me what this heli is please? Thanks

Me too Adrian and thanks for your comment. There were over 60 pilots and more than 100 models flying over the weekend. Very spectacular stuff. Two models reach almost 500 kmh and will be featured in an upcoming video - the sound is amazing! I wouldn't mind one myself but unfortunately my budget doesn't stretch anywhere near being even close.

From an event at my club during the last weekend of September.

Thank you for that Cliff, I was going to say the same. It's a bit like compass v compasses (a pair of)

MotionRc in europe is another source of Spektrum compatilble Rx's. Sold under their Admiral brand - were previously Lemon I believe. I've used three of their Rx's without problems. https://www.motionrc.eu/

This guy is well worth a watch and listen. Amazing talent.

Many thanks for posting this. I've lived in Spain for a number of years now and hadn't heard of this band until now. I've checked out some of their other videos, and while I'm mainly a rock, blues and heavy metal fan, there's something very different here, although they mainly do pop type covers. If I come across them doing a live gig reasonably close by I'd definitely like to see them.

A frame grab from a recent video with a few artistic tweaks