Hangar 9 DHC-2 Beaver 30cc ARF - Maiden
Gerry couldn't wait to maiden his new de Havilland Beaver and picked a nasty day for it. Although the rain had let up for a bit, it was so windy that we were using a logging chain as a wind sock. Between the strong gusting winds, the grey clouds and the task of getting this awesome plane trimmed out, the video of the maiden is less than ideal, crap really. Conditions demanded that Gerry and Harv fly high enough to stay out of trouble while trimming and until they knew how the plane was going to behave. My camera was on full zoom much of the time and I was shakier than after an all-night espresso bender at Starbucks.
We'll be back at the field on a nicer day to get some better video.
I'll also try to do another video of this awesome Beaver (not going there lol) and have Gerry show you around the custom touches he lent to the assembly of my favorite scale civilian aircraft.
I'm trying to talk Gerry into getting some manly bush wheels/tires, it would certainly make it look the part and make it look like it belonged here in Beautiful British Columbia. Me thinks however, the Beaver is more likely to get floats than it is to get tundra tires! Can't argue with that!
Here's Gerry's setup:
Hacker A60-7S V2
Phoenix HV110
Zippy 10s 4000 40C
Team Enrich power 2x, 2s 1300 25C (Rx and future light power source)
CC Bec Pro
Hitec HS-7975HB
XOAR 20x10 gas
Spectrum AR7000 DSM2
Futaba 9c w/ spectrum module DM8
EagleTree eLogger V3
Miracle Super Light Series Spinner 1.75"
Here's some info about this beautiful Beaver ;-)
If you have any questions about this plane or Gerry's setup, you can ask Gerry directly. You'll find him on this build thread on RC Groups, his username is "Gerry B" :-)
Build Threat on RC Groups:
Link to the ARF:
And for those of you who are too lazy to click on the link:
Product Specifications
Wingspan: 110 in (280 cm)
Overall Length: 66.0 in (168 cm)
Wing Area: 1485 sq. in. (95.8 sq. dm.)
Flying Weight: 16.5-17.25 lb (7.5-8.3 kg)
Engine Size: 30cc 2-stroke gas
Motor Size: Power 160
Radio: 5+ channel radio system
Trim Scheme Colors: UltraCote White (U870), True Red (U866), Black (U874)
CG (center of gravity): 3-3/8 to 4-1/8 in (86-105mm) behind leading edge of wing
Prop Size: 17 x 8 - 18 x 8
Spinner Size: 1 inch hub
Speed Control : 80-amp brushless
Recommended Battery: 37.0V 10S 5000mAh LiPo pack
Flaps: Yes
Is Assembly Required: Yes
Music:
Artist: El Estudiante
Song Title: Jamas Decirte Adios
Album: Regresar
Link to Song:
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