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The Park Flyer. 3D Aerobatic.The Park Flyer and RC Aerobatics including the 3D Foamy.
Photo shows the Great Planes Ultimate biplane 3D Electric Sport Scale Aerobat. Maybe we should start by talking about 3D RC aerobatics. Conventional aerobatics consist of rolls, loops, stall turns etc and combinations of these. Full size aerobatic airplanes are capable of these types of maneuvers and we have all seen them at air shows. Most RC airplanes are capable of the so-called 2D stunts. Now 3D aerobatics are extreme "high alpha" (high angle of attack) maneuvers. The most obvious 3D stunt is the hover and torque roll. Here the RC airplane is hovered vertically and hanging from the prop, like a helicopter. If the model starts to rotate (roll) about the vertical axis, in a controlled manner, then the maneuver is a torque roll. I believe the 3D maneuvers were developed as a result of the Tournament of
Champions (TOC) RC airplane contest, conducted in Las Vegas, a few years
ago. This was a by-invitation-only event that attracted the best flyers from
around the world. Each year the models grew in size and sophistication
and finished up as the start of the giant scale RC airplanes we see
today. Regardless of the size, the 3D RC aerobatics model has a few features in common. The power to weight ratio is very high and control surfaces are very large and move to extreme deflections. The wing loading is low (i.e. a large airplane but low weight.) They are definitely neutrally stable (i.e. will stay in position last commanded, when controls are neutralized.) The following are a few examples of the 3D aerobats available today. The Great Planes Ultimate Biplane EP 3D ARF.
This version is of a size that can be flown in your local park or is not
out of place at the club field. This E-flight park flyer comes as you see it in the photo, covered with monokote and complete with a fiberglass cowl and wheel pants. One tip I will pass along to you is regarding the servos used in this model. or any other precision RC aerobatic type-do not skimp on the quality of the servos chosen. Use the best available. These models require accurate centering of the control surfaces and first class repeatability. Construction is of conventional balsa and ply, with a film covering. SPECIFICATIONS. Wingspan: 33.5 in (850 mm) REQUIREMENTS. 4+ channel radio Our affiliate partner RC Planet has the Ultimate in stock and the
price is $115.00.
To visit their site for further information, or to possibly buy, please click here.
To visit the Great Planes website for all the details of this Ultimate biplane. please click here. The video below is the Great Planes commercial, but it does give good close-ups of the model as well as nice flying shots-take a look!
Great Planes Flatana 3D Foamy.
Great Planes have no less than 4 models in this range of "Flatouts". All feature foam construction, with carbon fiber rod reinforcement. They all come complete with a T-370 brushed motor and gearbox. The photo at left shows the Flatana Flatouts 3D EP Park Flyer. All of these models are up-gradable to brushless motors. This option decreases weight and increases power-just what you need for 3D! As well as flying in the park, these models can also be flown indoors. For further information on indoor RC airplanes (Aerobatic)-please click here.
SPECIFICATIONS. Wingspan: 36 in (915 mm) Required Parts Our affiliate partner RC PLANET has the largest stock of parts and
airplanes on the internet! They have the Flatana in stock at a price of
$30.00.
To visit their website, for full details of this airplane, please click here.
To visit the Great Planes website for further details of the Flatana, including details of the brushless up-grade-click here. The video below is a bit dated now ( the range of park flyers available is now 4-not 6) it does give good details of how these models are constructed.
Great Planes 3D Reactor Bipe.
The Reactor series of RC airplanes, by Great Planes, now consists of 4 different models, 2-biplanes and 2 monoplanes.
Use this link to visit the RC Planet web site and find details of all the Reactors.
The Great Planes E-performance Ser EP 3D Reactor Bipe ( That has to be the longest name ever!) is shown in the photo at left. This is the smallest of the Reactors, but it's size is good for the Park or the club flying field. One of the attributes of this park flyer is that it is good for precision RC aerobatics as well as 3D maneuvers. The model is of conventional balsa and ply construction and covered with a striking monokote finish. A CG balancer is included with the Reactor Bipe, so that you can properly set and balance your model to match your flying style. Only 4-6 hours of easy final assembly stand between you and enjoying the Reactor Bipe's impressive flight repertoire. SPECIFICATIONS. Wingspan: 35 in (890 mm) REQUIREMENTS. Radio Required: 4-5 channels w/4 micro servos
(HIGH PRECISION ONLY!) Our affiliate partner RC Planet has the Reactor Bipe EP
in stock at a price of $155.00
This link will take you to their website, for full information or to possibly buy.
To visit the Great Planes website (The kit manufacturer )- click here for more photos and details.
This video is the Great Planes advertisement-it does show good model details and flying shots of this park flyer.
To return from this page "The Park Flyer and RC Aerobatics, including the 3D Foamy" to the page "Electric RC Airplanes"-click here. To return to the Home Page "RC Airplanes Simplified"-click here.
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The
Ultimate Biplane my just be the most popular scale model. It is available
in every size, from the smallest to giant scale RC airplanes.
