The silver Spitfire Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 (edited) Hello all, Names Ryan from South Wales. I'm looking to join a club in the near future if anyone knows a good place please let me know thanks. only plane Ive had was a top rc spitfire 450mm. Had a few crashes but overall flew successfully in the end, and could land without crashing or coming down to hard for that plane. After weeks of research I've decided that I want to stick with eflight models and spektrum gear. Purely because they do make it seem easy to bind planes with BnF, with pre set data for BnF planes already in the transmitter. I know some people hate eflight and spektrum reading comments on youtube. Sorry if I've offended anyone lol. I'm thinking of buying the nx8 now for trainer planes and for future planes as I get better. The spektrum s2200 g2 charger. I'm looking to get the umx p51 detroit miss just for fun really and the umx sabre 30mm.the eflight turbo timber evolution to train for future warbirds, would love to progess to the bigger warbirds and bigger EDFs. Just wondering what you think of my options?One big question is regarding SAFE select and as3x. Say I bought a eflight plane and bind it using the pre set BnF feature, using the nx8, will safe and as3x be automatically assigned to a switch or will I need to forward programme a switch? Thanks for your time Ryan P.s reason why I don't want futuba or something else is because I don't understand them to be honest haha 😅 spektrum just seem streamlined from a newbie perspective. But I could be wrong? Edited June 13 by The silver Spitfire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Jenkins Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 Ryan Are you aware of the legal requirements for flying model aircraft? Also, do you have any insurance? You can kill both by joining the British Model Flying Association. As you say, best to join a Club though. Best regards Peter 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The silver Spitfire Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 2 minutes ago, Peter Jenkins said: Ryan Are you aware of the legal requirements for flying model aircraft? Also, do you have any insurance? You can kill both by joining the British Model Flying Association. As you say, best to join a Club though. Best regards Peter Yup I'll be fully on board with the rules. I do want to progress onto warbirds that are 1.1m etc eventually. And primarily stick with warbirds. Just love them 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J D 8 - Moderator Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 Going the right way about learning. Transmitter choice is yours but it can be handy if club you join has some folk on the same make as you. Quite a mix of TX types in my club. Try BMFA club finder. Cheers John. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The silver Spitfire Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 1 minute ago, J D 8 said: Going the right way about learning. Transmitter choice is yours but it can be handy if club you join has some folk on the same make as you. Quite a mix of TX types in my club. Try BMFA club finder. Cheers John. Cheers John much appreciated 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Chaddock Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 I don't know if "Safe" or as3x will be automatically configured in a BNF model but the key point, and it applies to many things about flying RC planes, is to read the instructions and find our exactly what does what before you even consider flying. No matter how much you love warbirds resist the temptation to fly them at least to begin with as they are not the easiest things to fly. Remember they were originally designed with flight characteristics suited to a function not really applicable to RC flying. No pilot ever learned to fly on a full size Spitfire. 😊 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Griff Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 Top rc spitfire, mark one or mark two version may I ask ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The silver Spitfire Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 58 minutes ago, Peter Jenkins said: Ryan Are you aware of the legal requirements for flying model aircraft? Also, do you have any insurance? You can kill both by joining the British Model Flying Association. As you say, best to join a Club though. Best regards Peter So the full cost is 47 pounds? I'm about to sign up to bmfa, is this everything I need paperwork wise and insurance wise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The silver Spitfire Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 10 minutes ago, Rich Griff said: Top rc spitfire, mark one or mark two version may I ask ? Can't remember sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Chaddock Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 TsP Yes membership of the BMFA automatically gives you insurance, however to comply with the CAA legal rules you must take and pass their on line theory test to get a Flyer ID. If you own a plane then you also need an operator ID. it costs £13.13 and is valid for a year. The only exception is if the plane or drone is below 250g in total and does not carry a camera then no registration at all is required. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyGnome Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 (edited) @The silver SpitfireAFAIK, AS3X is configured for the specific model the rx is installed in. Your tx has no idea what midel it is talking to, so no, SAFE won't be autinatically assigbed to a switch for example. The manual for EFlite planes will include the settings required for various Spektrum transmitters - you have to configure the transmitter yourself. The alternative is the HH website, which has files for specific models you can download to various transmitters - these are ready set up configurations. Spektrum make it easy to use if you fully buy into the HH universe with EFlite models, Spektrum LiPos and chargers etc.. for other things, they are not any easier, or harder, than anything else, once you understand how the menus work. Personally, I am not a huge fan of either Spektrum, or Horizon Hobby in general - I think there are other options that may suit better, but I understand the attraction. Edited June 13 by GrumpyGnome 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toto Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 Sounds like you are ticking many of the right boxes already. Absolutely join a club. BMFA membership for insurance, Operators ID, Flyers ID ...... all of these a club would require in order to use their facilities I would think ..... so carry on. Spektrum NX8 .... I can vouch for but only after getting used to it and like any system it will take a little getting used to over time. I also have the Spektrum NX6 which is equally as good. However, my advice would be to go for the NX8 and future proof yourself a bit with these two extra channels. Waiting to see what your club uses may be a good idea as already suggested as in my first club, very few used Spektrum and it can make it a bit more difficult from the view of " buddying " with someone to get training. That's why I now have the two transmitters as I had to provide the buddy system due to nobody else flying Spektrum. Some other makes I believe will buddy with Spektrum but avoid the hassle if you can. Flying warbirds ... I can see the attraction ( not for me personally ) but as has been said .....not ideal as first planes or trainers. Something high wing and more stable. I may not listen to my advice there as I am not a shi ING example of that theory. I have bought all sorts but have stuck to semi sensible models to fly initially. Whatever your choices, it's your choice and I wish you well whatever you do. Keep us posted and bung up a few photos of your kit as you get it. Enjoy Toto 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PDB Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 Toto gives some great advice and as like myself being a recent newbie we've both experienced similar issues you may also face. Finding your local club and not buying anything until you've visited it will make your learning easier and cheaper. 👍 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toto Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 As a first trainer, I can highly recommend the FMS Supercub. The 1700mm version rather than the 1300mm that is also available. It's a foamie so easy put together, comes with all electrics apart from the receiver which is common over all the manufacturers ranges on this size and type. It's a high wing trainer friendly and flys on a 4S battery pack giving decent flight durations of easily 7 or 8 minutes. It will do 10 but you are starting to drain your battery a bit close to the line. The 4S battery helps give the foamie a bit extra weight which helps to deal with potential wind issues. Another reason to buy the 1700mm rather than the smaller and lighter 1300mm version. ....It maybe the difference of being able to fly on a moderately windy day or not. The extra size also makes it more visible in the air. Purely a suggestion .... there are many others. Buying a balsa model .... for example the Arising Star or the Boomerang .... whilst highly recommended models suitable as trainers means buying all the electrics .... servos, esc, motor, receiver etc etc ( unless you go down the IC route ) and also involves the learning curve of how to install this ....... and get it right. All models whether Foam or Balsa require a degree of setting up and trimming but I can assure you that the foamies will get you in the air quicker and let you spend more of your time flying. You are also in the right place for getting advice ....... between here and your chosen Club ...... make good use of these facilities. Toto 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyGnome Posted June 14 Share Posted June 14 Toto makes some great points about the convenience of electric foam models. However, you'll need to consider the battery packs and the necessary support equipment, as well as working out a safe system for charging and storage. Personally, I think having to install your radio gear etc. can be a good thing as it helps you understand those things a little better. But that's possibly because I had no option 🙂 Also, foam models tend to have a limited production lifespan - they tend to use a lot of plastic parts, and if they break when the model is no longer produced........ Anyway, the best advice is to visit your local club. Many clubs have their own models for you to learn on, and once you get mode proficient, you may find that someone is willing to provide/sell cheaply, model you can use once you're past the club trainer. Advice is free, you just need to learn to recognise good, and bad! Good luck! 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted June 14 Share Posted June 14 If you have decided to just go for eFlite then the Apprentice is their dedicated trainer, the Timber is their next one up from that for those who have got the basics under the belt. It would seem that you’ve got to that ‘next stage’ bit so the Timber would be fine and with a 1500mm wingspan is a nice size too. All the posts about joining a club etc are spot on and is the best way for you to get to that warbird / edf goal. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The silver Spitfire Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 Thankyou all for the info, much appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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