Written by Jerry Smith.
Read an abridged version with bonus photos.
Full review in October 2013 issue.
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Specifications
Model type: Electric park flyer kit
Skill level: Beginner/intermediate builder; beginner/intermediate pilot
Wingspan: 40 inches
Wing area: 355 square inches
Airfoil: Flat bottom
Length: 30 inches
Weight: 18 ounces
Radio: Four-channel with two servos
ESC: 25 amp
Battery: Two-cell 1,350 mAh
Motor: Sport 400 2,200 Kv (75-100 watts)
Price: $129
Test-Model Details
Radio system: Spektrum DX8 transmitter; Spektrum AR 400 receiver; two Hitec HS-55 servos;
1,600 mAh 2S battery
Motor: Scorpion SII-2212-1,850 Kv; APC 8 x 4 propeller
ESC: Scorpion 25-amp Commander
Ready-to-fly weight: 19 ounces
Flight duration: 12 minutes
Construction: Laser-cut balsa and plywood
Finish: Solarfilm
Pluses
• Accurate laser-cut parts and easy construction.
• Easy to transport.
• Excellent instruction manual.
• Easy to build and fly.
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