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Posted by kevin | Dec 07, 2023 @ 01:43 PM | 5,981 Views
Up next for RCGroups review ... FMS Sabre. The Sabre is one of my favorite planes ... I have 4 BVM Sabres, well actually 3 Sabres and one Fury. The FMS Sabre looks great and has some great scale features. Can't wait to get it in the air. Written reviews with phots and pictures do take a bit more time to publish than strictly video reviews but look for the FMS Sabre review in the not too distant future (also weather dependent) ...

Here's a couple pics to hold you over for now.


https://www.fmshobby.com/?ref=KevinPetrilla (affiliate)

Here is a code to save you 5% off of new releases, Sabre included ... FMS30NR
Posted by kevin | Oct 02, 2016 @ 12:07 PM | 19,164 Views
I have always liked the look of the full scale PC-21 and the FMS PC-21 does not disappoint. The FMS PC-21 has a great scale look, and the 5 blade prop is a nice (and necessary) addition. Cant wait to get started on this. Look for the review in the not too distant future...
Posted by kevin | Jul 11, 2016 @ 07:13 AM | 15,966 Views
Posted by kevin | Jun 09, 2014 @ 07:11 PM | 19,256 Views
HK Cobra 90mm Sport Jet (3 min 8 sec)

Posted by kevin | Nov 21, 2013 @ 06:03 PM | 19,947 Views
I needed a little something different from my EDF's, and have always liked Reno racers. This looks to be the perfect size for throwing in the trunk and heading to the local field. I will give updates as I move along in the build ... and hopefully have some nice video at the end.


Wingspan 1070mm / 42.2in
Length 973mm / 38.3in
Flying Weight 1270g
Power System Brushless 3648-KV770
Speed Control 70A with 5A SBEC, T Connector
Propeller / EDF 10x8 4 blade propeller
Servos 9g×4 metal gear, 9gx2 standard (flap)
Landing Gear Servoless electric retracts, metal trunnions
Required Battery 14.8V 2200mAh 25C 4 cell LiPo
Required Radio 6 Channel
Rudder
Flaps
Ailerons
EPO...Continue Reading
Posted by kevin | May 09, 2012 @ 09:45 PM | 20,438 Views
a quick vid of some passes of my Habu32 with Jetfan 80 ... for those that wonder what this fan sounds like in a habu32.

E-Flite Habu32 with JetFan 80 (1 min 27 sec)

Posted by kevin | Feb 17, 2012 @ 04:45 PM | 21,496 Views
The Christen Eagle II arrived a few days ago. Initial inspection shows everything to be packed well and in great shape. It is a great looking plane but a bit deceiving in size. This is probably the smallest box I have seen for a 90 size airframe but inside is a stocky fuse that looks big because of its girth. Building will begin soon .... Electric of course.
Posted by kevin | Oct 25, 2011 @ 08:15 AM | 22,912 Views
Posted by kevin | Aug 06, 2011 @ 02:14 PM | 21,842 Views
Up next in the review queue is the Habu 32 DF by E-flite (after the Ultra Micro Mosquito is finished). Can't wait to get started on this EDF beauty. Look for the official RCG review in the not too distant future.
Posted by kevin | Jul 21, 2011 @ 12:02 PM | 22,087 Views
Ultra Micro Mosquito Mk VI BNF by ParkZone
Posted by kevin | Sep 03, 2010 @ 08:06 PM | 24,948 Views
My review of the E-flite F-86 Sabre 15 DF ARF is available here https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show....php?t=1259400 I have over 20 flights on this airframe now and am really having a blast with it!
Posted by kevin | Jun 03, 2010 @ 09:09 PM | 23,599 Views
Here is my habu with its new paint job courtesy of i12flyrc here on rcgroups...
Posted by kevin | Dec 29, 2009 @ 10:05 AM | 26,132 Views
AMD / JHI hawk. Has a Dyn-e-max fan with scorpion motor. 12s XPS 30c 5000 packs. Castle Creations hv140 speed controller.

AMD/JHH BAE HAWK DUCTED FAN JET AKA VERTIKLEEZ (4 min 7 sec)


Thanks to WW for some of the pics....
Posted by kevin | Dec 18, 2009 @ 08:17 PM | 24,291 Views
Here are some pics of my Hobby Lobby SU-34. My review can be seen in the jet section of their forums. Note: Rudder mod.
Posted by kevin | Dec 10, 2009 @ 02:08 PM | 25,529 Views
Comp-Arf Spark with TJ100/3d fan on 11s XPS 4000 packs. 11lbs ready to fly....Continue Reading