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Old 05-13-2009 | 08:14 AM
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speedy72vega
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Default RE: Electric Conversion Question

I would tend to agree with the rest, a Bipe might be a bit of a big step for a second plane. Of course, I don't know your actual skill level, so just speculation. I will say, my second plane was a 50" Edge 540. With the rates set to low, it's actually a very stable plane to fly. It made me a much better pilot. Also, as your skills progress, the rates can be adjusted to allow whatever flying you want to do.
There are multiple kits available that are already set up for electric, too. Mine was electric, it was a Stevens Aeromodel kit, not an ARF. It wass mostly Balsa, not ply, so it was super light. I flew mine with a Rimfire 1450kv 388 watt motor, with a 10x7 prop. I don't hover it or anything, so this setup was perfect. It was a very fast airplane, flew very crisp and accurate lines.