Haven't been able to update my blog for a while apparently due to a conflict with Google Chrome. Went back to using Explorer and have finally been able to publish a post.
Have not flown much this whole summer. The weather has either been hot, wet, windy or a combination of all three. While off I added a few new planes to my hanger. Bought a couple of T-28 FunFighters and a couple TechOne PopWings.
The T-28's were purchased from BananaHobby. Was a little hesitant buying from them due to the number of negative posts. Received my planes in about a week in good condition. Only complaint was they were missing the linkage packages in both boxes. One call and a week later I had them in hand so I can say I'm satisfied with there service.
These are great little planes for the money. I bought 1000mah batteries so I could keep the same connectors as on all my other batteries. They really do a great job handling the additional weight, manufacturer recommended 800mah batteries. Get over 10 minutes of full throttle flying time. Even with the motor mounted down and to the right the plane wants to torque climb while under hard throttle. These little planes reach around 70 mph with a 3S battery and 90-100 mph with the 4S. Not a good plane for beginners.
The PopWing from NitroPlanes is a lot of fun and at $39 for the kit version a bargain. I installed a Turnigy 2826-6 2200kv motor, 6X4 prop and 30 amp Exceed ESC. This combination balances out nicely with a 3S 1300 mah battery. I tried a 4S 1000mah battery but wing couldn't handle extended WOT. Would suggest you add some carbon fiber ribbon or rods near the motor mount if you plan on high speed passes because the wing's rear surfaces flutter violently when approaching 70 mph. This might be a result of the hinge gap between the rear of the wing and elevons.
