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Old 09-16-2008, 09:39 PM
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raulcroes
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Default need help configuring an airplane for electric flight.

Hello electric flight Gurus,

I'm interested in getting into electric flight, but I know very, very little about the subject. What I do know is this;
- the model would be a U CAN DO 3D (.46 size)
- and the battery would have to be LiFePo (A123).
- flight time; 8 to 10 minutes.
- I would like to be able to do basic aerobatics at slow to moderate speeds.

I don't have the slightest idea what size brushless outrunner motor, ESC, charger and/or propeller to use.
I also know that I will be dissuaded to use LiFePo, those arguments are also welcome as long they are backed by sound knowledge and experience. I'm not one of those brand name types although I buy most of my RC stuff from Tower hobbies.
Your suggestions will be highly appreciated.

Regards,

Raul G. Croes[8D]