Stephen Grigg Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 My first year of Flying has fascinated me,From the chap who turns up with no model,the one who brings the model but doesnt take it out of the car the one who does but doesnt fly it to the one who brought 10 models in a mondeo and flew the lot,so how does your day at the field go? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
260 Flyer Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 I fly the two planes I take. Time is usually at a premium for me and I find any more than two means I spend more time preparing and pre flighting than actual flying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Adams Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 I normally take 3. A low wing model with a four stroke (my newest model), which I tend to fly in good weather. A panic biplane which will fly in any weather and a small electric model made from 6mm Depron which I fly in most weathers at low altitude. The conditions when I arrive at the flying field will dictate if I get the low wing model out or the Panic. In all cases I normally fly the electric model.Number of flights normally 5 to 6 depending on number of people who are there. The more people the less flights and the more talking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ashby - Moderator Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 At this time of year pretty quickly before my fingers freeze followed by the rest of me. I normally stay 3-4 hours and take 2-3 models or as many as I can cram into the car. 2.4Ghz means I can fly whenever I like so there's no waiting for the peg as in days of old. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyGnome Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 I put as many suitable planes in the car as I can. I fly them all - some will fly more than others - as I'm a tight-wad and don't but multiple battery packs, the electrics don't get flown as often as the slimers. Typically, a session will be one or possibly two flights on each of the leccies plus between half a dozen and a dozen on the slimey 'uns. For instance, on Saturday it was: Rogue(2), EHawk(1), Easystreet(1), Wot4(7), UltimateFunFly(3).Oh, and toy car a couple of times GG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Yeates Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 depends on the day windy a faster plane, no wind glider / biplane. Most average days 1 heli 60 size and a suitable model depending on the wind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Dunstan Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 What models depends on the winds predicted but as I have a 70 mile round trip for power flying I normally take 3 aircraft and fly them all. Last time out (Saturday) was 3 and I had 8 flights. When sloping max 3 (can't carry any more to the slope) suited to the predicted winds and the site and I fly them all usually. With 3 slopers that probably means 3+ hours flying time. With helis as I can fly them from home most days if the weather is suitable a couple of flights. Thats 30+ minutes flying time.As I keep a log that amounts to a serious amount of actual flying time in a year and per model.Regards, Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Howard Tomlin Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 I always try to fly both models that i take, i always have a spare in case i get a problem with one. You're not alone in noticing the people who turn up without models (just for the social - which is fine) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Harris Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 I try to take 4 models, two for my son and myself.Generally get 4-6 flights each on a long day. Indoor flying tends to be a lot more shorter flights.Car space is at a premium and a Zagi is a reliable standby if all else fails.RegardsAndy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Cooper Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 My flying field is only 2 miles away, so it isn’t too much hassle to go back home and get another model. I usually take two models. At the weekends, the club trainer comes along too, just in case someone wants a go. B.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Claridge Posted December 10, 2008 Share Posted December 10, 2008 i usually take two one glow and one electric i have five batts for the trojan so get about an hours flying with that alone it handles all wind conditions. my glow plane is a vmar extreme stick with irvine 53 up front Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcho99 Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 I really like this thread, made me think about the blokes I fly with, and yes, I see all the types mentioned above. I especially like the chap that comes to the field, occasionally with a model heli or plank, he has brand new top of the range gear too, carbon everything including box, but i've never seen him fly. He certainly talks a good flight!Me on the other hand cram 3 or 4 planes and my raptor in my car and see what I feel like when I get the field. Always try the heli though because it's a new thing for me and i'm really enjoying learning Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Grigg Posted December 13, 2008 Author Share Posted December 13, 2008 Ive just built a Boomerang and Ive bought a buddy box so I hope to get some confidence back,depending who is at the field to advice and help me,so it will be th 1 at the moment.1 consulation,The best pilt in the club seems to have as many crashes as me and as you say batcho99 all his gear ,is megga expensive ,as I saw when the remains of the plane fell out of the tree into a stream.When it dried out it warped so he sold it on E bay- thats a bit of a warning isnt it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcho99 Posted December 14, 2008 Share Posted December 14, 2008 Erm yes, if the instructor is putting them in on a regular basis then your better off on your own! Come over to Cheshire, theres plenty of top instructors here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Auker Posted December 15, 2008 Share Posted December 15, 2008 Normally take 2 planes as that is about the limit to fit in the car (Volvo S40). Can be a combination of Extra 330 (World Models with an OS 91), Mustang (World Models 60 with an RCV 91), Sebart Angel and a fun fly (South African kit build with a West 36 T1). Normally the Angel and the Mustang or the Extra and the fun fly.Try to fit in at least 2 flights with each model taken but busy instructing 2 guys at the moment and time goes so fast with training them and then flying my planes and of course, the obligatory chat with those present. Mustn't forget the refreshments either. Always good fun and look forward to Friday flying (live in Dubai) and that is our weekend, only 1 full day off !!! Back to work on Saturday until Thursday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Grigg Posted December 15, 2008 Author Share Posted December 15, 2008 You get a day off I try and snatch a couple of hours in the week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Brings back memories from the past ! Myself and my best mate were the Mondeo guys ,We used to turn up with 4/5 models each rammed in the back of the trusty ford and then spend the whole day flying Rain wind or shine . Happy days Then i got marrid Now i am lucky to get a few hours a week .But i also now have a young lad to teach our great hobby to ,And its a great excuse to go to the model shop to buy HIM all the new gear he needs!! Well thats what i tell the wife anyway . Could be worse my mate got marrid and ive not seen him since lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iawnski Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 if i fly at my local club i take 2/3, if i go to the rock 25 miles away i will take maybe 7/8 all for different wind conditions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clark Ross Posted December 21, 2008 Share Posted December 21, 2008 i live in iowa witch does't have very many slopes that aren't covered with trees. ifly electricwe always have what i call green parrots (all talk and no fly) clark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil_G Posted December 21, 2008 Share Posted December 21, 2008 Clark Ross wrote (see)what i call green parrots (all talk and no fly) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Claridge Posted December 21, 2008 Share Posted December 21, 2008 green parrots usually say YOU DONT WANT TO DO THAT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Former Member Posted December 21, 2008 Share Posted December 21, 2008 [This posting has been removed] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Grigg Posted December 27, 2008 Author Share Posted December 27, 2008 I went to the field yeste,rday ,But my instructor didnt arrive,but helped another guy with his stuff,was a bit windy and it did catch him out but he stayed in control. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Grigg Posted January 8, 2009 Author Share Posted January 8, 2009 In this cold weather ive noticed the 4 strokes struggling to start and coughing a bit when flying but the 2 strokes seem fine,and no noticeable problems with electric. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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