Prototype H9 Sukhoi 26
09-25-2007, 09:07 PM
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And all this time I was under the impression that all aerobatic pilots flew their planes dressed like they were performing a motocross event. I'm sorry, but I snicker everytime I see discussions about arfs and "scale" appearance. Stand off scale maybe, but not scale. If they were scale they would not perform anywhere close to what they do.
As for the apparent derision directed at W/H planes, I fail to understand the reasoning behind it. They fly well, they are built well, they look good, they are light, and they are priced lower than the competition. So a plane has to have a sponsored competitors initials on it to be worthy of ownership? Or is it only necessary for a perceived status level? Initials or an "ultimate" level competitors name do not make a plane fly better, nor does it make the product more affordable for the general buyer.
As for the apparent derision directed at W/H planes, I fail to understand the reasoning behind it. They fly well, they are built well, they look good, they are light, and they are priced lower than the competition. So a plane has to have a sponsored competitors initials on it to be worthy of ownership? Or is it only necessary for a perceived status level? Initials or an "ultimate" level competitors name do not make a plane fly better, nor does it make the product more affordable for the general buyer.
10-10-2007, 04:49 PM
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RE: Prototype H9 Sukhoi 26
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And all this time I was under the impression that all aerobatic pilots flew their planes dressed like they were performing a motocross event. I'm sorry, but I snicker everytime I see discussions about arfs and "scale" appearance. Stand off scale maybe, but not scale. If they were scale they would not perform anywhere close to what they do.
As for the apparent derision directed at W/H planes, I fail to understand the reasoning behind it. They fly well, they are built well, they look good, they are light, and they are priced lower than the competition. So a plane has to have a sponsored competitors initials on it to be worthy of ownership? Or is it only necessary for a perceived status level? Initials or an "ultimate" level competitors name do not make a plane fly better, nor does it make the product more affordable for the general buyer.
And all this time I was under the impression that all aerobatic pilots flew their planes dressed like they were performing a motocross event. I'm sorry, but I snicker everytime I see discussions about arfs and "scale" appearance. Stand off scale maybe, but not scale. If they were scale they would not perform anywhere close to what they do.
As for the apparent derision directed at W/H planes, I fail to understand the reasoning behind it. They fly well, they are built well, they look good, they are light, and they are priced lower than the competition. So a plane has to have a sponsored competitors initials on it to be worthy of ownership? Or is it only necessary for a perceived status level? Initials or an "ultimate" level competitors name do not make a plane fly better, nor does it make the product more affordable for the general buyer.
And for those who might be interested, I am a proud owner of a 35% WH Sukhoi!!
All's good!
10-10-2007, 06:47 PM
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RE: Prototype H9 Sukhoi 26
10-18-2007, 11:10 AM
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RE: Prototype H9 Sukhoi 26
Very sweet...
So does it include ALL the hardware.
Also, what level of pre-fabrication has been done.
Like hinging etc.
Like the fact that it takes 1 rudder servo in the tail and 1 each on the ailerons.
So does it include ALL the hardware.
Also, what level of pre-fabrication has been done.
Like hinging etc.
Like the fact that it takes 1 rudder servo in the tail and 1 each on the ailerons.
10-18-2007, 11:48 AM
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RE: Prototype H9 Sukhoi 26
Just a quick note to address some of the earlier comments on the outline of the airplane. Simply put, its not a scale outline and its not supposed to be. It has a lot of deviations to make it a truly excellent, very neutral flying airplane.
As do all aerobatic designs I have ever done.
The SUK in scale outline and set-up, much like the Yak 54 in scale form, have huge coupling issues and arent excellent flying models. The objective with this new design was to make a SUK fly EXTREMELY well, and still be within the 10% deviation rule.
Does it look as scale as some Sukhoi models? No. Does it fly better than dare I say any SUK model? I absolutely believe so.
BTW, as someone already pointed out, the trim scheme is scale. We had already moved forward with the scheme when we saw that WH used the same scheme, but never the less it is sacle.
As do all aerobatic designs I have ever done.
The SUK in scale outline and set-up, much like the Yak 54 in scale form, have huge coupling issues and arent excellent flying models. The objective with this new design was to make a SUK fly EXTREMELY well, and still be within the 10% deviation rule.
Does it look as scale as some Sukhoi models? No. Does it fly better than dare I say any SUK model? I absolutely believe so.
BTW, as someone already pointed out, the trim scheme is scale. We had already moved forward with the scheme when we saw that WH used the same scheme, but never the less it is sacle.
10-18-2007, 07:57 PM
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RE: Prototype H9 Sukhoi 26
Is there an expected release date that Horizon is shooting for on this one?
I almost purchased a used one a couple of months ago but couldn,t get together with the buyer to make it happen.
So I,m very pleased that a new improved version is being released.
One more question is it cannister ready?
thx Dave
I almost purchased a used one a couple of months ago but couldn,t get together with the buyer to make it happen.
So I,m very pleased that a new improved version is being released.
One more question is it cannister ready?
thx Dave
10-18-2007, 09:15 PM
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RE: Prototype H9 Sukhoi 26
The link is in my post above. December is the release month. Yes it is canister ready (MTW110). Elev servos are in the satbs, same as we did on the 35% Extra 260.
BTW, I would not calll this an improved version, it is an entirely new model from the ground up.
BTW, I would not calll this an improved version, it is an entirely new model from the ground up.
10-19-2007, 07:00 AM
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RE: Prototype H9 Sukhoi 26
Congratulations Mike! Looks like a very fine offering. I like the video and would like to see some more slow speed work too. Canister ready and for the DA85 is a huge selling point to me. I like the sound of a can in a wooden airframe, really dampens it and mellows. What servos did you use on your prototype? 8711/8611 on the ailerons? I'd like to see a TG or tougher gear set for them. The pre-fabrication and work looks really great as well as the hardware, are the linkages included too? Matador scheme is really sharp, wow, good job!
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10-19-2007, 08:12 AM
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RE: Prototype H9 Sukhoi 26
Is it cannister ready for one can, like the DA-85 would use, or is set up to handle two like the DA-100 I already have would use???
10-22-2007, 10:49 AM
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RE: Prototype H9 Sukhoi 26
I saw it at the i-hobbies show last week. Great looking plane. Check the parts list for the H-9 Cap, it will use the same stuff. Dennis
10-22-2007, 11:54 AM
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RE: Prototype H9 Sukhoi 26
It comes with wheels, axles, tank, horns, Pro-Links (pushrods) etc. You need a fuel dot, servos arms, servos, rx, extensions, batts, rx, DA-85, exhaust, prop, spinner.
