Anyone interested in an ultra-micro size version of the Phil Kraft Kwik Fli?



FREE plans would be available for download. The availability of a professional laser-cut short kit and canopy for purchase (not from me) is pending. I'll post photos with captions along with a step-by-step build list, materials list, construction tips, finishing tips and a flight video. I even have a full article written if there is interest.

Sweet! Looks cute. Can't wait to watch along!
Gerry

I always loved the Kwik Fli too so will be watching. I built a Sun Fli 420 years ago glow powered but interested in building this small one....

Thanks Gerry and Dennis!

The winds were not ideal, but putting the Kwik Fli 180 up for a quick video hop was kind'a fun.

KwikFli180 TestHop 01 (2 min 21 sec)

Originally Posted by Dennis Sumner

I always loved the Kwick Fli too so will be watching. I built a Sun Fli 420 years ago glow powered but interested in building this small one....

I built a modified Sun Fli 4 as my first 60-size pattern airplane. Loved it!

Looks like lots of fun. I can see it now a whole new avenue of planes based on the old pattern ships.

Originally Posted by jwman

Looks like lots of fun. I can see it now a whole new avenue of planes based on the old pattern ships.

I'd like to think that this is the start of that sort of thing.

I'm up for doing more.

Some of Joe Bridie's planes would be cool to see at this scale!

Michael,

Are you using a Spektrum brick with two aileron servos? Maybe harvested from some UMX airplane.

Maybe supply details on equipment used.

Thnx,

Denny

Originally Posted by Dennis Sumner

Michael,

Are you using a Spektrum brick with two aileron servos? Maybe harvested from some UMX airplane.

Maybe supply details on equipment used.

Thnx,

Denny

Short answer: Yes!

The caption with the Kwik Fli photo has those details.

Originally Posted by MichaelR.

The caption with the Kwik Fli photo has those details.

Perfect!

I only looked at the pix and didn't open to see the caption.....

Really impressive, especially considering the windy conditions. Those "old" pattern plane designs are still aerodynamically sound, with excellent penetration and rock-solid handling. I've subscribed.

Originally Posted by adam757

Some of Joe Bridie's planes would be cool to see at this scale!

I'm going to put the Sun Fly 4 on my short list.

Originally Posted by jwman

Looks like lots of fun. I can see it now a whole new avenue of planes based on the old pattern ships.

I've done a number of them this size, all built around the same formula, and all great flyers - Kaos, Bridi T-20, UFO, Neo (original design based on the numbers), and Ugly Stick. The KF3 fits right in there.

Andy

Originally Posted by MichaelR.

I'm going to put the Sun Fly 4 on my short list.

I built a New Era III (electric) a couple of years ago.....wonderful little airplane.

Love building and flying airplanes from back in the day...I just finished a RCM Acrostar Biplane.

Sorry....back on topic!....