RE: Black Magic VF3 Build Thread
Nope I'm afraid not. I wish I could tell you a date but I'm working on it. The plane is built, but the composites take a lot of time and work.
The first couple will be finished in monokote and test flown. As soon as I am satisfied with the way it builds and flies, I'll set a date.
What I am aiming for is the ultimate practice or entry level plane. if it doesn't fly like it's big brother, I'm not done yet. I want a plane that I can practice rollers and such with and if I screw up I don't lose a 2 meter. I'm trying to keep it cheap and fast without sacrificing quality.
The kit builds in a couple of days. It's really easy. It has all of the features of a full blown 2 meter plane but it's about 10% smaller. And since it doesn't have to handle a DZ, it can be a bit more simplified. I also have a dirt cheap but VERY powerful electric system that I am testing to go with it. The bateries are still pricey but it's designed to use a pair of 4s 4500s or 3700s. Total of 8s and fly at about 8 lbs. The YS version should be between 7 and 8 lbs dry.
-Mike