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Old 05-27-2007, 06:08 PM
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So, I flew this weekend, everything was going really well, had a lot of fun.. then went out for my last flight as I had to make an appointment after, took off, plane went a bit beserk only for me to realise I left the antenna down on my TX ... video is here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qi5xFgEYdhk

Sorry it's a bit long.. crash is at about 2mins into it!
Old 05-27-2007, 08:17 PM
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I've heard of similar incidents from some of the old timers where I fly. From what I've gathered, leaving the antenna down while the transmitter is on may cause damage to the transmitter. Not sure how it causes damage, but that notion has kept me from forgetting to extend the antenna.
Old 05-28-2007, 07:02 AM
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At least the damage was minor. I worry about leaving my antenna down on days when I am using both my 2.4 gHz and 72 mHz radios but so far getting my antenna up seems to be pretty much automatic for me.
Old 05-28-2007, 07:33 AM
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Real pretty country you fly/crash in there. Looks like your repairs a re small and you could be flying it again the next day.
Old 05-28-2007, 01:28 PM
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Yeah, it's very pretty here.. I'm a south african who's been living in ireland for 5yrs now, only started flying 3 months ago, really enjoying it! I guess leaving the antenna down is one mistake i'm not gonna make again in a hurry!!!

As for the repairs, yup, just the landing gear & wing mounts (or whatever you're supposed to call them - it's fixed already for it's next day of abuse

I would've taken pics, but it only needed a little epoxy & strengthing - my first crash with that plane snapped the fuselage in half, so it's pretty strong around there now with strips on the inside! fly's like a dream though!

RN
Old 05-29-2007, 04:48 AM
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I bet you angered the Gods....
2 things you never say in RC...
1. "hey watch this"
AND
2. " Just one more flight"
glad the damage was light Have fun
Old 05-29-2007, 04:53 AM
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mmm...

good point, do i need to make any sacrifices to the gods to stop me from crashing in the future?!??

RN

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