RE: YS-170CDI Flight Report
I had my 2.4GHz Rx reset on taxi out and could fiind nothing wrong with the battery, Jaccio regulator or any servo. However, I did install long servo arms on the ailerons 2 flights earlier. When I did a load check with the engine running the consumption peaked at just over 2A. With the standard servo arms this was reduced to 1.6A. With the engine off it's only 160mA. I believe we are increasing the overall demand on the voltage regulators and may be pushing some near their limits.
Checking the cuurent consumption after any major change should become as standard as a range check before flying a new rx or tx. Also, know the limits of your regulator and apply a reasonable margin....40% derating should be OK for long and trouble-free life. 3A rated devices should not be allowed to exceed 1.8A continuous.
Colin.