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1st Newbie Maiden Flight ! Woohoo !
Well guys I had my first maiden flight on the Apprentice 15e S. Wow ! truly exhilarating to say the least. Just before taking flight, I was extremely nervous. The A15eS took off smoothly, did a few ovals and figures 8s' then landed. A few of the landing were bumpy and a few tip overs but at least I still have the plane and not a fly away. When I first took off it was probably 3 mph so took hours into the wind. I think I added too much throttle because the plane started to ascend way too high (to me seem like it was getting smaller and smaller) and for a moment, I thought OMG, I can't lose this plane then quickly thought to cut off the throttle. I quickly thought let me glide the plane lower which I did but had to fight some cross winds way up there when it slowing started to descend and come closer to me. This time, I kept and flew the aircraft close to me.
Part of the tip over and some rough landings was because the grass was kind of soggy from earlier rainfall so moved the plane to a different grassy area. The front wheel kept getting stuck in the grassy mud. Arrgghh ! When I moved to harder ground, it then became a bit better but rather try taking off on pavement next time. I did make a rookie mistake; I had the RC on one hand while fidgeting with the plane on the other hand when inadvertently, hit the throttle and bam - nipped my finger with the props. Ouch ! That defintiely won't happen again as right after, I sat the RC on the floor. Lesson learned. Flew two batteries; one for 10 mins the other 9 mins. After the first battery, I started to relax and get into the flying experience. All the practice on the RF8 sim 1000% helped me - no question. Even though I've practiced in intermediate mode while on the sim, I decided to keep it in beginner mode just to play it safe. I dipped, banked, ascended and descended and felt pretty relaxed at that point. It's true what you guys and others have said, it's critical to relax. |
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The DXe does its job, providing a basic radio to fly the plane with, but that's all it does fairly well. Upgrading to a DX6, either the e model with no voice or the full G3 version with voice and diversity is a huge step up in capability and function. I will still state the DX8 (SPMR 8000) is still the better value as does provide more capabilities and extra features as you grow into the sport. If you look around, you may find one, new, in a hobby shop for the old price of $299 or online. A used one would also be an option as if it is unregistered by the owner it can be updated to the latest firmware and sent into Horizon for a checkup and any needed repairs often for as little as the postage to get it there.
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Yes I'm thinking the G3 version with the voice option - it'll give me I think a piece of mind. |
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You are learning a lot in this short time. It's good to see that you now know to be cautious with the motor/throttle and to keep the plane close in when flying. The thing to keep in mind is that You are the one in control. Don't let the plane go where it will and you follow up on the controls. Plan where you want the plane to go and make it go there.
Wishing you many happy flights with the Apprentice and all your planes in the future. |
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Gotcha. Can't I think on the RTF version but I'm looking to upgrade to a Spektrum Dx 7 or 8 soon.
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I have all my switches set up so that they are set (off) away from you for first checking before a flight. The Throttle cut is set up in opposite mode so that away = on/safe to avoid mistakes. |
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Sure is fun isn't it will_pilot, I did good with prop planes, but for a long time every time I flew either of my jets at the time my palms would sweat and I would be tensed up. Any way, as stated don't let your plane get to far out, don,t fly in way too much wind, and use a timer. Check your remaining voltage on your pacs to find that time in air that does not pull your pac down too far. Or run you out while in flight! If you don't have on a decent charger is well worth it. Have fun, be safe!
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Will; Don't rush to get into another plane after your Apprentice, fly it till it is used up. then fix it and fly it some more. The Apprentice is a great trainer and it can do a LOT more then most people do with it, besides it's fun . You can learn a lot more then just flying with it that will save you a lot of grief and money in the long run.
I have 3 and if someone offers up a super deal to get rid of one I will probably have 4 . I've been in this mess most of my life ( 83 ) and I still Enjoy my trainers ( Apprentice's ) . They are a super platform to LEARN " What, Where & When to do certain things without spending a small fortune . GO fly the H%%$% out of it and save the big stuff for later . ENJOY RED |
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Got a good deal so bought the Spektrum DX6e. Already set up the throttle cut off as some of you have suggested and looking to bind a couple of aircrafts to it. I thought as a newbie it was the best deal for me to start of with it, Later on I'll probably step up but for now, well I thought I stay within my level of experience if you know what I mean.
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