What Do You Want From Alfa?

[Nate129]

Apparently the P-51B is the next Alfa warbird coming to us, but that got me thinking about what plane I would really like to see (have in my squadron, actually ;) ) I figured I would throw both EDF and prop planes on the list - but by all means, please add your own - I know there are a lot of ideas out there...but I think I already know what the consensus is going to be ;)

[Motormike]

I would like a BF109 G10

[zebspop]

I second that! A late model 109 would be awsome.

[Pilot44]

Flying Styro is going to give us a late model BF109 shortly.

Like to see Alfa do that or a Spifire Mark IX. Typhoon or Hurricane.

Or, what I want. what I really want. Is a Grumman
F9F Panther or Couger EDF. If they can figure out the ducting. this would be a biggie seller for sure... ;)

Jim

[Morb]

Mosquito would be cool....

[Spencer J]

P-38

[CUBANO8]

I second the Hurricane, but that ME-262 would be nice.
I wish they would also go with warbirds that are not typically seen in RC, like Italian warbirds, some of the japanese fighters(raiden or Jack), French warbirds too.

[vise101]

I would love to see a Wildcat.
Hellcat would have to be next.
For me anyways....

[Tommy D]

I voted for the 262 because…. Well gosh who wouldn’t want at least the availability of it in an ARF form with Alfa’s trademark quality.

That said, I know in all honesty even if they did produce it I might not be able to afford it. Gosh, I’m IN LOVE with the FS ME-110 but just can’t pull the trigger because of that cost. Now if you think a twin is expensive, can you imagine what a twin EDF would cost???!!

Going back to being practical perhaps a Hurricane is long overdue? The typhoon is also a great model and heck a P-40 that isn’t as fragile as the FS kit would be great.

Isn’t it nice to dream!

Tommy

[FlinVR]

Fw190d9 !

[Gonsos]

Do-335

[heymick]

Another one here for a Bf 109 F or G series.

[tashley]

Late model 109 for me but my next one will be the B model Mustang as soon as it's available.

Tom

[Ants]

eshershmit ME 109/ Bf109

[Smash McCrash]

Warhawk.

[jfint]

P-38

[Carter]

I'd like to see Alfa branch out into pushers:

F-105.

Zoom.

[MGBGTRacer]

P40 or P38.
yes, I'm predictable.

[SammyB]

wildcat would be sweet.

[captglover]

P-40, Tempest or Seafire

[SammyB]

do they really listen anyway? Apparently, they just keep remolding and painting the mustang for quick sales. Everyone always wants a 262, which I would love to have too, but it never comes.

[Pilot44]

do they really listen anyway? Apparently, they just keep remolding and painting the mustang for quick sales. Everyone always wants a 262, which I would love to have too, but it never comes.

And what would be easier to model. Two motor nacelles, and the airframe, easy, one would think. The P51 as all have noted, has been done to death..

Jim

[tashley]

I agree, the P-51 has been done to death but not the B model.
I'm waiting on one of these myself but I would like to see some variance in other models. Spit, Hellcat, Warhawk, ME-262, Zero, etc..

[Pilot44]

I agree, the P-51 has been done to death but not the B model.
I'm waiting on one of these myself but I would like to see some variance in other models. Spit, Hellcat, Warhawk, ME-262, Zero, etc..

Tash,

Flying Styro offers these two renditions of the B.

Jim

[SammyB]

There are lots of variances I would like to see but , I want different planes. I wish they made a razorback version of the P-47. I don't like the bubble top canopy. It just seems like they repaint and then everyone gets excited. Take a can of paint and do it yourself. As for the difference in the B model, sell a little kit to convert.

[tashley]

Tash,

Flying Styro offers these two renditions of the B.

Jim
I know, I love the B model with the Malcolm Hood.

Tom

[CUBANO8]

Just curious to know if Alfa is going to distribute their "B" version to the States. I know a while back they had a yak-3 on there web page, along with the LA-7. Then Styro came out with the Yak-3 1st, and never did see the alfa version again in their web page.

[SammyB]

Interesting point. I got several Alfas and on the inside was an insert with new planes, and it showed the yak. Never saw it though.

[scififlyer]

I'm working on a conversion kit for Alfa FW's, if you have a broken Alfa you would like to part with send me a PM with a description of damage. Most needed is a nose-damaged fuse, or good fuse without wings. Wings are optional but only if they're in good shape.

The sooner I get another example, the sooner we'll have a long-nose option!

[tashley]

What are you saying? Do you think Alfa is going to start kitting the TA-152 because you're cutting and pasting one together?

[scififlyer]

What are you saying? Do you think Alfa is going to start kitting the TA-152 because you're cutting and pasting one together?

No. I'm looking into making conversion kits, turning A's into D's. You're on your own for Ta's, might as well build a new model rather than throw away 75% of a good plane.

[geo8498]

Hellcat, Wildcat, Zero, Stuka, Dauntless, Val

[tashley]

Has anyone mentioned the Bearcat and Hurricane?

[spinnetti]

Do-335

Oooo, that would be a neat one..

I'd also like the TA-152 or Dora and a version of the Stuka (I don't have the patience to do a good job on the FSK models - have the 190 tho)

[snolord1]

P-38 definately sounds good.

[CUBANO8]

Has anyone mentioned the Bearcat and Hurricane?


Speaking of Bearcat have you guys checked this one out? looks impressive :)

http://www.rc-dymond.com/Gas_Glow/60066Bearcat.htm


Would make a nice conversion ;)

[edf nut]

how about a A-26 or F-82 twin mustang :D

[Italianmodeler]

You all guys gotta check the NEW SECTION at: http://www.alfamodel.cz/

Select ENGLISH ---> R&D ---> and check the new videos of the prototypes they are testing/developing, then no more discussion on what they SHOULD do, instead discuss about what they ARE DOING :-)

I have been told that the Vought prototype has lesser chances to see the shelves, due to their doubts about the potential request by the market...what a shame !

This is my first post, so HI TO EVERYONE !

Cristiano - Italy

[Gonsos]

Wellcome Cristiano.
If they are not going to a DO-335 :( then my vote is for the Bristol Beaufighter.

Gonzalo

[tashley]

I just want them to release the "B" model Stang.

[CUBANO8]

I just want them to release the "B" model Stang.

I saw in another thread that it will be at HL, in about a week :)

Heres the thread, post#16:

http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=422960

[tashley]

Yippeeeeeeeeeeeee!

[mario alvarez]

In their jet range I would love to see a Venom or a Hunter

[P-40]

P-40 Please!

[Highlander]

Wildcat, Hurricane, Dauntless, Zero. How 'bout some WWI birds?

I'd like to see bigger planes and landing gear options.

[Pilot44]

Here ya go.

This would be a nice subject for Alfa to tackle. As Flying Styro has this awesome twin in the works: (looks like proto type in the photo), I do hope they bring this one to production. Coming to Hobby Lobby in the not to distant future I truly hope. :rolleyes:

Jim

[ESwartz]

Panther, Wildcat, Dauntless. It would be nice to see some WWII US Navy Planes.

[pacecars]

A P-61 Black Widow would be nice. A Douglas A-1 Skyraider would be cool too. A Vought OS2U Kingfisher would be a fun plane.

[pacecars]

Almost forgot the Heinkel He-111

[Olly Malone]

An F-16!!!!!f-16

[P-51C]

how about a TBM Avenger.

[CUBANO8]

I just want them to release the "B" model Stang.

It's out:

http://www.hobby-lobby.com/p51b-alfa.htm

[tashley]

Very cool! Thanks Cuban, I put one on order.

[Styx]

Hey hey, wait a second.
That P-47 on Alfas R&D section is using retracts, nice!
Anyone know if Alfa will start offering a retract-option for their planes or if they're just teasing? :)



.... btw, that landing-style looks familiar ;)

[turbonut]

Hey hey it also had flaps!!! cooooollll..
Scott

[steve crewdog]

Mosquito, B-26, P-82, F-8 Crusader, F-4 Phantom (because then we could bash a T-Bird or Blue Angel out of it...)

And Thanks for thinking about the P-47 Razorback!!

[jg7]

We need a good flying P-40C!! With Alpha quality and flying characteristics, it would be a big seller for sure.

Other kits I’d like to see (and would buy) would include an F4F Wildcat, TBF Avenger, F9F Panther, SBD Dauntless, and Douglas TBD Devastator. For twins, it would be nice to see a Martin B-26 Marauder or perhaps a Martin B-10.

Just my wish list :)

[Loy]

Looks like they are making a razorback after all! Look at the picture above the video of the P-47 with retracts! That Beaufighter looks supercool! Imagine one with two descent sized brushless! Bat out of hell!
http://www.alfamodel.cz/php/index.php4?_RQhow=list&_RQwhat=vyvoj&_RQid=3111&_RQid_2=3111

[jgallone1801]

Has anyone flew the Alpha P-51B yet? How does it compare to Alpha's original P-51? Are there simply cosmetic changes (different paint scheme and canopy)? I flew the original a while back when I was still a newbie, and it died a glorious death...however I do remember it being an excellent flyer. I was thinking of getting another one now that I have the skills to actually do it justice...not sure which one to get though.

[Greg Smith]

Bf 109 F or early G, then a Bf 109E, then a Hurricane, then a Zero, then a Wildcat

[ronin4740]

I'd love to see a P-38 since it seems that there are fewer of them on the market and an ARF is more my speed. A B-25 or B-24 would be sweet as well.

WW I Biplanes or Triplanes would be pretty neat too!

[Aero-Nuts]

I think that the " Bubble hood " moves a little to far from the classic Spitfire profile. IMHO the curved turtle deck is more "sexy". The later mod "E" clipped wing with four 20mm cannon is also very nice. :cool:

[tashley]

Sweet! Spits are so fine.

[WWI Ace]

How about a Fokker DVIII?

[Starlancer]

I would really like to see a price reduction on all these models.Under 100.00
that would sell alot more of these ..

[tashley]

I agree, especially the edfs. A buck sixty nine for the F-86 is ridiculous. :mad:

[vise101]

I also agree with the price thing. After shipping, duty, and our weaker dollar, by the time they get up here they are worth 3 or 4 GWS kits. Ouch.
They sure look nice though.
And did I mention that I wanted a WILDCAT?????

[Touchdown1504]

I'd love a twin EDF ME-262. I have looked all over the place for one and all I find is GLO powered and pusher prop versions.

[edf nut]

www.ductedfans.com has a me-262 edf :cool:

[bmiller]

Starfighter, I think its the F-104?

[MustangP51]

Spitfire, warhawk,hellcat, shinden

[Olly Malone]

An F-16!!!!!f-16
Yeh im with olly ;)

[stuart warne]

Lower prices PLZZZZZZZZZZZZZ, Oh and a FW189, Blenheim, Beaufort, Vampire is a much needed ARTF EDF.

[stuart warne]

Oh an P61 Black widow, a model the needs to be seen more.

[Touchdown1504]

www.ductedfans.com has a me-262 edf :cool:


Correct me if I am wrong...they want 978 USD for that kit??? Ouch.

[edf nut]

They have two sizes, the smaller is like 280........still priceeeee if you ask me

[lw_hughes]

Okay i think everyone knows that 262 is only a matter of time. As well as bombers etc. I would like to see a Gotha 229 myself or a Me163B pusher. In the meantime a fw190D would be good too. Or how about a He162, ju88. I think overtime btw fsk and alfa there will be a whole ww2 line up. It seems a waste when the both make the same model...like they both seemed to release a 190 and p51b at the same time. LH

[Eplane65]

P-39

[RoyHolder]

Correct me if I am wrong...they want 978 USD for that kit??? Ouch.

thats the 90mm fan model.

look at the next one down, grey sitting on the park bench.
mini powered for 280 usd.

K&A (http://www.kamodels.com/)also has a beautiful one 190 usd.
I have a K&A.

[Tram]

I want a float plane.. Why won't more of these foamy guys make float planes?

[edf nut]

a pby would be nice

[GUYZER1111]

Im for the British Mosquito. A plane that needs no intro :cool:

[tashley]

F-100 Super Sabre is definately do-able.

[felda]

I want a float plane.. Why won't more of these foamy guys make float planes?

I would also prefere float plane or flying boat, but I am not sure if this planes are interesting for more people to make the production interesting also for the producer.

[schoonerj]

What about a Zero that has optional floats to make it a Ruffe.

Best of all worlds!

[GIEric]

You know what would be great?...An AVENGER

[P-51C]

Maybe the addition of rudder control to their lineup?!

[tashley]

That would be nice. There's already a cut out on the gear tray for a rudder servo.
They sure fly better with it. I've put rudder on both Alfas I've built so far.

[Bob Cosby]

A P-26 would be neat....

http://www.airminded.net/p26/p26peashoot.jpg

:)

[ScaleBrad]

I would like competitive pricing. $139 for a foam airframe that can't be repaired???? I won't buy one.

[turbonut]

Cant be repaired???? I have crashed my huckbein 4 times and rebuild it! If I wanted it to look better I would paint it also
Scott

[schoonerj]

I have to agree they can be repaired. I crashed my first Mustang alot. Once I crushed the nose up to the cockpit doing a reenactment of a lawn. I was able to rebuild it, and it still flys great. I painted it after the repair work. It doesn't look as nice, but I'm ok with that.

[P-51C]

You guys are better crashers than me.

When mine went in (not very hard) they turned resembled a foam cooler after being hit by a Mack truck. Compared to similar mishaps with traditionally built planes, the Alfas sustain much more damage, and in my case they were not repairable.

I agree they are pricey for foam. But I also have to say they look nice right out of the box.

[pegas77]

There are lots of variances I would like to see but , I want different planes. I wish they made a razorback version of the P-47. I don't like the bubble top canopy. It just seems like they repaint and then everyone gets excited. Take a can of paint and do it yourself. As for the difference in the B model, sell a little kit to convert.


on the 2006 start the razorback from Alfa is comming and the Bristol Beaufighter too

http://members.chello.cz/pegas77/mh2005/mh0126.jpg

[Pilot44]

It figures, right after the eflite Razorback...

[turbonut]

trust me the eflight is nice for the price. But it still looks like a beer cooler! Alfa is still the best foam plane out if you want a solid flyer!!!
Scott

[Bigfoot21075]

on the 2006 start the razorback from Alfa is comming and the Bristol Beaufighter too

http://members.chello.cz/pegas77/mh2005/mh0126.jpg

There is no denying they are more fragile than something like a GWS - BUT they REALLY look the part. If you want a nice stand off scale warbird, they really are not unreasonable.

This is coming from a guy that plowed his first Alpha P47 into the ground on the maiden with a servo issue. No it was not repairable, but then I should have checked everything again before the flight.

THAT Razorback looks GREAT! I will pick one up. Is that going to use the blue mp jet like the other (I happen to have a spare :D ?

[DesignGeek]

I would love to see Alfa do the Mig-3,
It has a great looking streamlined profile, and a distinctive plan shape that would look great flying overhead. I cant understand why it's not more commonly modeled.

[OzSloper]

F8F Bearcat :) , F6F Hellcat, Fokker DVIII
cheers,
John

[pegas77]

F6F hellcat (1m width ) is awailable from Scorpio as i know (author of the model is Antonin Alfery)

http://www.scorpio.it/scheda-prodotto.dhtml?cod=418&cat=h&ii=8