Comp ARF Flash update
Guys
Update on the Flash.
I ordered my kit on day one of the release. Because I knew it would come mid season and I'm really busy I decided to get some work pre done on my kit by one of the factory guys to make it a quick project to get flying.
The model was shipped in by Air to save time on the shipping...so I got my kit this week.
With servos installed and gear in the finish only took three days and I flew it today for the first time.
This is the first model fitted with full bye pass and the optional twin tank in the wing. I used a JetCat P120 that was spare, but having flown it P70-80 power is plenty. Mine is 10.2KG/22.5lb dry.
The c of g I have is 360mm from the rear of the tip tanks. 6 cell NiMH 3700 and two Li-Po 2100 TP 7.4v
Flight time at 10 minutes leaves over a 3rd in the fuselage tank, so 12 minutes is good.
I have my TO flap at 12mm and landing at 50mm, this is less than the instructions-but works well for me.
Model is neutral-no mix needed in knife edge.
4% DOWN elevator with flap is bang on.
Thick wing limits top speed, but it is plenty fast enough and slow speed is sweet. It feels lighter than the Lightning in the slow stuff.
Those that have one coming..you'll enjoy it.
It's really nice...yes I'm a Comp ARF rep...but it is!
Dave Wilshere