RE: Pattern Plane Progression
 

Joe, you keep asking the same question and the answer is the same.  The Focus Sport (to the best of my knowledge) is the only true 1.10 sized pattern plane.  When Mike Hester finishes the Black Magic 1.10, you will have another choice.  And at $295 ($249 for ARC version), the Focus Sport is in your budget.  There are a couple of .90 size planes but I don't think they are as good as the Focus Sport is (or the BM1.10 will be).

RE: Pattern Plane Progression
 

I just stumbled across some older models and saw the Black Magic and the new plane posted at the top of the forum...

If I can't fit another plane I'll replace the Venus with the Focus Sport. If I can find room I'll go for a used 2M plane.

Thanks all, for the help!

RE: Pattern Plane Progression
 

Hi Joe,

I have a focus sport with a YS110. I'm running 821's in alierons, rudder, and throttle, on 2S A123 packs (6.6v), and they work great for the money. The wing is adjustable but the stab is fixed (really though, that is enough adjustability to get the decalage correct).

I've recently discovered 30% nitro, and the combo flys the plane with authority.

I transport it in a VW GTI, so yeah, it is just about the "right" size for those with small cars.

Enjoy!
George

P.S. The Leo 110 is another in the same size category, never seen one though...