
All Things That Fly RC Podcast
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InsideHeli #67 - Jerome from KME Engines
Join James and Chris as they talk with Jerome from KME Engines. Learn about the design and features of the new Diamond .60 Pro, and find out why it's hot. Also, they have an update from Andy and how he's getting along with the GyroBot 900 you, the listeners, got for him as well as talk about the InsideHeli section at a new forum: www.AllMYRC.com! Tune in!Stuff We Talked About:KME EnginesInsideHeli forum at AllMYRC.comThis episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for LAHeli productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #107 - Dual Millers
We get 2 Millers for the price of one! Gather around the camp fire and listen to this magnificent episode of 107. A lot of banter, news and Power System Corners!Mentions:WIN a Multiplex Parkmaster 3D!Skycart by leadfeatherFree motors!Aurora 9 has been pre-orderedA very sexy TwinJet buildRD-RC fly for tots Sept. 19th-20thRams Club Randy Covington All Electric August 29th & 30thAwesome organic Head tracking deviceRiteWing Zephyr
InsideHeli #66 - IRCHA 2009 Event Coverage
Join James, Chris, and Daniel as they chat about IRCHA 2009. As you can tell from the links below, new flybarless (FBL) flight stabilization units were a hot topic. Tune in!Stuff We Talked About:IRCHA Official websiteCY Enterprises (Total G FBL - no info on site yet)Skookum Robotics (new 3-axis FBL - no info on site yet)CSRC (Rondo FBL)ReadyHeli (Mikado Mini VBar FBL)Inertia RC (Axiom FBL)ZeroRC.com (Daniel's event pics)This episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #106 - David from RCM&E
In this grand episode, Jamie and Diggs get to talk to David Ashby of RCM&E. Learn about bits over the pond and about one of the worlds leading RC magazines. Follow David on TwitterMentions:RCM&E Win a Parkmaster 3D from Multiplex and ATTF!40C Rhino packs are outRC Groups review of the Parkzone P51Parkzone announces Messerschmitt Bf-109G BNF and RTFT-28D Trojan PNP by ParkZone8th Annual Randy Covington Electric Fly on Aug 29th - 30thFly for Tots Charity fly-in by the RDRC Sept. 19-20Hot night flying from 3D Hobby Shops!XFC DVD from Higher Plane ProductionsTrouble Maker has a new site with CNC cut Yak 55’s*
ATTF #105 - Hot August Banter
We are back at it this week with a full plate of banter. Join in as we talk about latest R/C banter and events that are coming or that have passed. Mentions:Randy Covington Electric Fly on Aug 29th - 30thSept. 19-20 -> Fly-For-Tots '09Enter our contest! Win a Multiplex Parkmaster 3DThe YAK 55 kits are coming to New ZealandThe Aurora 9 is pushed back?Fred and RJ fly the Multiplex Twister at the lake.Celectra 4-Port 1-Cell Li-Po Charger by E-fliteParkzone SukhoiFMA Cellpro charger'Free' audio book by Chris Anderson (free book)Jamie's box arrived from the shipping gorillas Buy your YAK or Slowfly from MikeCool place to buy O-rings and Welders glue*
InsideHeli #65 - Pre-IRCHA banter and other stuff
Join James and Chris as they follow up on last week's PSC regarding the JR 8717 servos, and provide an update on the Kong Power battery tests. There's also talk about the iCharger 208B, IRCHA, collective / energy management, great coffee, and funny video action. Tune in!Stuff We Talked About:Bob Hoover energy management video (YouTube)Hilarious "oopsie" video (YouTube)ReadyHeli Kong Power packsArizona Beans (buy your coffee!)HeliFreak thread about AZBeansThis episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #104 - HigherPlane and Miller Time
This week ATTF brings out some splashing conversation with Heather (FLG) and Fred from HigherPlaneProductions. Also Lucien Miller from Innov8tiveDesigns answers some of the harder questions sent in by YOU in the latest Power System Corner. Jamie as not able to make the show this week be should return for more dudeness next week!Mentions:Multiplex contest! Win a Parkmaster 3DBlade MSR Looks funSukhoi is finally outNew 60in wing from CK over at RitewingXFC DVD is out on the heels of the SEFF DVDRandy Covington all electric Aug 29 and 30 and Swap meetRDRC Fly for Tots Sept. 19-20
InsideHeli #64 - Power System Corner with Lucien Miller
Join James and Chris as they talk about the iCharger 208B, IRCHA, and crashes. We also have an installment of the Power System Corner with Lucien Miller from Innov8tive Designs. Tune in!Stuff We Talked About:Curtis Youngblood's AMA Nats video (RunRyder)ProgressiveRC.comMatt Botos' Logo 600 crash (YouTube)This episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #103 - LeadFeather and Adam - Yak love
In 103 we get to sit down with Leadfeather who has designed and brought us the Firefly, 'PBF' and EPP Yak55. Also joining us is Adam which has a great skill in painting planes, you may have seen his tutorial airbrushing videos already. Mentions:EPP Yak 55 by LeadFeatherF-35 By LeadFeatherFireFlyAdreher (Adam) and his awesome paint thread.Jamie gets HD Vid of his EPP Yak 55HPP SEFF 09 DVD is out and it rocksDW Foamy BAF YakEastRC street fair!New club - Flying Tigers of Jordon LakeHarbor Freight Dual Action AirbrushAcromaster.
InsideHeli #63 - Tom Talks Flying, plus a Giveaway
James and Chris chat with Tom Erb: RC heli instructor, competition flyer, and field rep for Futaba and Miniature Aircraft. Chris throws out an InsideHeli trivia question with RCStyx as the prize. Tune in!Stuff We Talked AboutFAI F3C WebsitePrecision Heli Aerobatics WebsiteRunRyder thread about precision aerobaticsFutabaMiniature Aircraft USAReadyHeliProgressiveRCThis episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #102 - RCadvisor and some PSC
ATTF crew gets a chance to talk to Carlos from RCadvisor.com again. Carlos has a new book out that is better than ever! Also Lucien hit's out a couple PSC questions for us. Come on and listen.Mentions:RCAdvisor new book Buy it hereParkzone Radian and prop issues one and twoDW Foamies New Extra!EPP Yak 55 by Lead Feather Kiwi RC is distributing Ritewings New Super cub review by the Grose boys on RCGSEFF 09 DVDRitewing 36 sportster Adam Built onsale on RCGCool vids from DADDE from Sweden also has a cool BlizzardSmokin deal on AR 6200’sSuperflyCrazy Groundhog
ATTF #101 - MultiPlex
Passing the 1oo mark and entering the next big 1oo brings in big players. Join us as we pick Shawn Spikers' brain from Multiplex. We get a chance to talk with one of the most beloved RC vendors in the market and find out what's in store for MPX as well as current products. News and banter keeps 101 very long. So enjoy it for the commute to work this week. New giveaway coming for August! Thanks to Shawn!Mentions:MultiplexUSA and Facebook siteThe Extreme Flight Extra 300-EXP ARFHPP / Henderson Fly-in video coming to flightpass soonYak 55 By leadfeather... Gotta build one! Or get a kitMSComposit can be purchased at LazerToyz and Airlandseahobby$12.99 airbrush from harbor freight!Scrt Sqrl posted vid of a mini van with a 37" LCD screen for FPV flight. Phlatprinter MKII is getting close.RDRC Fly For Tots is coming up in September 19-20, 2009Riverside RC / RAMS events 3rd annual swap meet in Winston Salem August 8August 29th & 30th - Randy Covington Electric Fly-InRCAdvisor new book is out! Buy it.
InsideHeli #62 - Jeremy 'Lithiumstatic' Harvey
James and Chris chat with Jeremy "Lithiumstatic" Harvey. If you don't know who he is, we guarantee you'll be inspired by his story. Tune in!Stuff We Talked AboutJeremyHarveyRC.comTexas Scottish Rite HospitalBergen HelicoptersOutrage HelicoptersThis episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #100 - Live.
Congrats to everyone, hosts, sponsors, listeners in reaching #100!!. This is our live show sponsored by Innov8tiveDesigns. Lucien gave away MANY sweet scorpion items! If you where not able to make the live show, here it is. We had many call-ins, giveaways and had time for some news. All hosts where here: Jamie, Diggs, James, Chris and Lucien!Mentions:4 port Eflite 1s chargerInnov8tiveDesigns2DogRC - new site! - coupon code ATTF to save 10%
InsideHeli #61 - Heli Blaze Fun Fly and Other Stuff
James and Chris chat about the Heli Blaze fun fly, James' latest crash, and other assorted fun things. Tune in!Stuff We Talked AboutJames' Knight flying video (YouTube)James' Knight crash video (YouTube)Chris' Fun Fly videos and picsHeliGeek's Review of InsideHeliServo current draw data (RCG post)New E-Flite heli sneak peek (YouTube)This episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #99 - RadioCarbonArt interview
We get a chance to talk to Paul Naton from RadioCarbonArt. RCA develops the best "how-to" slope gliding and RC instructional videos. Also great videos on RC entertainment. If you would like to really get into sloping, these DVDs will greatly improve your flying skills. Email, banter and story times.Mentions:ATTF Episode #100 Live - win some schwag.Eden Indoor flyin on the 4th of July!Henderson RC Flying club Fly-inSapac L-39 contest - go vote!Hitec Aurora 9 Walk through Vids. Thanks apriliamilleUltrafly sale going on at HobbyPeople.netCap Maniac from Performance Aircraft Unlimited on saleCool FPV with the MaxiSwift from RaphaelAirland hobbies is fast and cheap!Modified 1s USB chargerMS Composit WT*???Find Brian S. ButtsYoutube [email protected] (home?) new one:: (317) 578-1955location of businessSkype: [email protected]: 317-578-1955 - disconnectedContact corporatemacr0t0rs' post notes
InsideHeli #60 - LAHeli Ricco SE Review
James and Chris finally get to the meat of the LAHeli Ricco SE review, and they chat about Chris' flybarless Protos tuning. Tune in!Stuff We Talked AboutLAHeli Ricco ReviewTime Warp TV Show (forum to post request for RC heli show)G401B gyroG401B gyro discussion thread (RCGroups)This episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #98 - BEC love and Killing
This week we learn all kinds of new things! Lucien Miller is back for some PSC actions, Diggs orders Radians in bulk, Jamie thinks he has found the Grail of RC radios. PSC is all about killing on-board BECs and FETS. Mentions:Henderson RC Club Fly-In on July 11XFC HD-video coverage at Higher Plane ProductionEPP Yak 55 by LeadFeatherAirland HobbiesRadio Carbon ArtRC Radio Wiki - come and add your TX!Live show coming up!*macr0t0rs' post notes
InsideHeli #59 - XFC Report
James and Chris are joined by "osterizer" Bill, and they chat about James and Bill's trip to the XFC event. There is also talk about Bill's Swift "SLT", and Chris' new Ricco (an upcoming InsideHeli review). Tune in!Stuff We Talked AboutXFC Coverage on RCGroupsXFC Coverage on RunRyderXFC Coverage on CrackrollSwift "SLT" picturesThis episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #97 - Amber lite
Jamie is sick, Diggs is crashing but we still manage to pull out a slightly informative show. Learn about new some new transmitters, avoid crashing and super bright lights. No more fake Deans? Mentions:Micro JST buySuper bright LEDsNew Airtronics radioDiggs crahs picsRCM&E Radian ThreadRadian Replacement prop discussionTodd's ModelsHitec Aurora 9Wanna Bug video by Tsuasai
ATTF #96 - FPV with a squirrel
In this episode we get an ear full of FPV! What is First Person Viewing, how much is it, is it safe, what do squirrels eat? Learn how to fly with video goggles or a feeder! Chris joins in as well and we do get a bit of heli talk in. Jonathan Baron currently in Norway joins in to help us out.Mentions:VRFlyer's Aerobatic PlaneStarter Set-up with the Geek BoxBlog-"FPV Cliff Notes"An excellent reference and good place to startFPV Forum on RCGLeadFeathers' PBF planemacr0t0rs' post notes*
InsideHeli #58 - A Chat With Aaron Shell
James and Chris get Aaron "aaronredbaron" Shell on the show to talk about (what else?) helicopters. Chris reveals another upcoming review, and finally has his own flybarless stabilization unit in-hand. Tune in!Stuff We Talked AboutLAHeli Ricco from ElektroRCJoe Nall Fly-inBaron's HobbiesCrackRoll.comGotHeliRC.com (the other LAHeli dealer in the US)Jim's (macr0t0r) comments on #58 (RCGroups post)This episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #95 - Going on the Cheap
Getting rid of gold bling and ordering from the dollar store! In the episode we talk about going out on the cheap to build planes. In this economy how many can buy $100 receivers? Hey, we have real life in the way! Lucien Miller is out at events all week so no PSC this week. But do check out the new PSC Index by RPMrpm! Mentions:Fred @ HPP has a new DVDCrazy Assan + ThunderBird motor issue Video2DogRC has a cool new indoor micro P51. Win oneEPP Yak55 by leadfeatherFireFly by leadfeatherTallflyer has a new SloYak and is now selling the motofly motorsHitec Aurora 9IYF from RitewingRadianSwift IIRCFlightCastDonsRC - take a drinkdollarrcparts.comvaluehobby.combphobbies.com2DogRC.com (save 10% with ATTF coupon)*
InsideHeli #57 - Swag winners and other fun stuff
James and Chris (with some help from Liz) draw winners for the InsideHeli swag. Chris chats about flying his mini Titan on 4S, and reveals that he has a flybarless unit on order. Tune in!Stuff We Talked AboutRCHeliWikiBargain CF tail bladesSkookum RoboticsThis episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #94 - 2.4Ghz In Depth
That's right, not just banter this time - we have a topic!Join Chris, Diggs, Jamie and Lucien in a full discussion about 2.4Ghz radio talk. Why should you use it, why you should not and what could kill it. If your converting from 72mhz or new to the hobby, this could help!Giveaway for April Winner! By RCadvisor & HigherPlaneProductionsWinner --> Arvin Geronimo !You get box of crap, 2 books and 2 years of calculation!macr0t0rs' post notes
InsideHeli #56 - Definitions and Maintenance
James and Chris discuss heli definitions, and chat about maintenance items too. Chris has more to say about flying his Knight 600E on 10S2P A123. Tune in!Stuff We Talked AboutKnight 600E on 10S2P A123 (HeliFreak thread)Heli Definitions (PDF file)This episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #93 - SEFF09
We are back from vacation! The ATTF crew spend a whole week in Georgia attending SEFF and we are ready to talk. Joining us is Jim Graham from RCGroups.com. Mentions:All Things SEFF from RC GroupsBest Memories thread of SEFF 09Great Highlight video from JfetterOhio Combat SRT-10 - - 13 feet of twin motored flying wing fury!!Flight video of the wing from SEFFHobby Lobby 12 FT Telemaster prize drop picsRandom SEFF picsATTF related photos Provided by SoaringLarrySEFF HD videos from Jamie
InsideHeli #55 - James goes Flybarless and Swift Misadventures
Finally, a new episode! James talks about his flybarless experiences with the Knight and Frenzy, and Chris tells all about his Swift incident. Tune in!Stuff We Talked AboutSkookum Robotics SK360Swift Crash (RCG post)Henseleit Helicopters (factory site)Henseleit Video 1 and Video 2This episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #92 -PSC Roundup
We are gone to SEFF this week! So just sit back and re-listen to Luciens' Power System Corder roundup.So please thank Socomon for the ATTF PSC re-mix!Come down and say hi to us at our booth!
ATTF #91 - CA'd Tubes
In this episode Diggs wants to kill a glider and Jamie about does. We also let loose our frustrations in ordering from over seas operations. But it's not all hate - New product talk, events and an attempted soaring episode!Mentions:Big SEFF sale at RitewingSEFF April 30th- May3rd, 2009Radian Battle6S Maxi SwiftAssan 2.4Ghz HackFred and Heather at Dix fieldJamies First Slope Soaring **Updated. After 3 hours of this post, looked what showed up.
InsideHeli #54 - 450 Comparo and Frenzy Review Wrap-Up
Join James and Chris as they do a listener-requested comparison of four 450-class helis. James does the final wrap-up of the JS Models Frenzy review, and they give an update on last show's fund raiser. Tune in!Stuff We Talked AboutJS Models TZ-V2 Frenzy Review (ATTF / IH Reviews Page)InsideHeliPodcast YouTube Channel Hobby-Lobby (Dragonus Distributor)A Main Hobbies (Thunder Tiger mini Titan)A Main Hobbies (T-Rex 450)Ron's HeliProz South (Blade 400 / Parts)TME Ultra-Micro battery adapterThis episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #90 - Paint aggetation
Tired and beat down from a long hot Easter Sunday, Diggs and Jamie still bring a rifting show! Well, not super rifting, just a bit rifting. Ok, one rift worth! We talk about ironing, painting, washing and drying (what show is this again?). RC banter is hidden in to this very feminine show of ATTF. Mentions:SEFF prepRCX RC-Expo April 18 & 19Welders GlueNew MicroDan MotorWicked TL 50 sloperMS Composit Maxi SwiftMaxi Swift FPVParkzone Radian6 color airbrush kit
InsideHeli #53 - Review Wrap-Up, Fun Fly, and a Fund Raiser
Join James and Chris as they record a show from the same location for the first time! There is much chatter about the Austin Fun Fly, Chris does the final wrap-up of the Compass Knight 600E review, and they talk about a fund raiser for a good cause. Tune in!Stuff We Talked AboutCompass Knight 600E Review (ATTF / IH Reviews Blogpage)Austin Fun Fly Videos (Jeff's YouTube Channel)Austin Fun Fly Pictures (Kevin's Picasa Album)Ace Helis Custom Canopies (RunRyder Album)We hit our goal! We'll be buying Andy a Gyrobot 900!! This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #89 - ETOC with Miller
We get a chance to talk about this years ETOC! Lucien Miller brings us insight to the event along with some Power System Corner answers! Diggs looses it, Jamie gets confused - It's all here.Winner of March Giveaway is announced! Congrats to Ken Brown! He won a lifetime supply of FlightPass!Mentions:Missing Parkzone RadianScorpion SII-3008-1090PhlatBoyz PrinterETOC Coverage!April Contest – Win a box of crap!Easy Glider ProRitewing DLite!Congrats to the ETOC winners1. Seth Arnold2. Jason Noll3. Gernot Bruckman4. Andrew Jesky*
InsideHeli #52 - Listener Mail Galore
Join James and Chris as they read several listener emails, including a follow-up from the AMA Park Pilot interview and a response from Dave Mathewson, AMA President. Also, more teasers about the two upcoming heli reviews Chris and James are preparing.Stuff We Talked AboutJS Models TZ-V2 "3D Frenzy" from Amain HobbiesCompass Knight 600E from KBDD, LLC, now distributed by CommonSense RCThis episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #88 - Wing'n it
This show just turned into a wing show. We have the Swift II review discussion, Chris K. from RiteWingRC joins us to talk about new wings he has been testing out. Puller, UAV, FPV ritewings? General RC discussions. Airbrushing and ironing as well :)Mentions:Swift 2 ReviewNew Scorpion motors are outSEFFThe Toledo ShowFlightPass ETOC coverageRiteWingRC Thread on RCGHarbor Freight AirbrushApple Barrel Paint on the cheapVideo of the weekA fan video. macr0t0rs' post notes
ATTF #87 - UAVs with Mr. Anderson
We join Chris Anderson of DIYdrones.com to discuss UAVs and what it means for RC enthusiasts. Chris brings in the UAV perspective to RC which will be new for many of us. Of course up front banter, Diggs' story time, Jamie learns how to hold an airbrush and of course just reflections on RC.Mentions:Geekdad.comwired magazineTheLongTail - Buy physical book | Buy Audio book Chris on TwitterattopilotSwift 2 review is up!contest is almost over! SEFF sponsors TheCrashCastRCflightcastmacr0t0rs show summary.
InsideHeli #51: Two new reviews, and true obsession
Join James and Chris as they talk about two upcoming review models: the JS Models TZ-V2 Frenzy, and the Compass Knight 600E. Chris talks about his new mini Titan, Lucien Miller drops by for a Power System Corner, and they play a voicemail from a listener that you will need to hear to believe. Don't miss it!Stuff We Talked AboutJS Models TZ-V2 "3D Frenzy" from Amain HobbiesCompass Knight 600E from KBDD, LLC, now distributed by CommonSense RCThunder Tiger miniTitan This episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #86 - SEFF 09 with Jeff Myers
We get a rare glimpse into what SEFF is all about. Joining us this episode is Jeff Myers . Jeff is responsible for making sure SEFF gets done. We get to ask him some questions while finding out what is is store for us at SEFF 09. Also we have some news and banter up frontal of course!!Mentions:RCM&E MagazineAMAVaporSwift II From MS CompositTwitterOfficial SEFF siteRC Groups SEFF ThreadSEFF is Calling video From HPP/Flightpass (Free)RCFlightCast
InsideHeli #50 - AMA Park Pilot Program
Join James and Chris as they chat with Mark Smith from the Academy of Model Aeronautics about the relatively new Park Pilot Program. You'll learn how the PPP is helping to bring new people into the hobby and keep them there. Great stuff!Stuff We Talked AboutAcademy of Model Aeronautics (AMA)Park Pilot ProgramThis episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF # - 85 'Current' Events
In 85 we get a taste of burning wires and magic smoke. Lots of news bits, events coming up and Lucien packs in 3, yes 3 of your answers in a triple PSC episode! Mentions:SEFFElectic flight expo. EFX Next Weekend!ETOC at the Toledo Show 3,4,5 of AprilDiggs and the wrong wireWin a scorpion kit from Innov8tiveDesignsJoin the FREE Hobby-Lobby R/C Star Program today!Luciens WireTable guide (use Foxit Reader)A sponsor is a sponsor even is they are not an RC sponsor.Thanks so much again Mr. Jones. March giveaway has started - HPP flightPass for life!
InsideHeli #49 - It's all about A123 batteries!
Join James and Chris as they chat with Bill Sanford about his A123-powered Align (yes, Align!) helicopters. We talk about the pros and cons of A123 cells, how to charge them, and how Bill actually managed to kill a few of them.Stuff We Talked AboutBaldwin Controls Zip charge terminator Zip Charging Discussion (RCG thread)Tanic Packs Mastech HY5020 charge cordHyperion A123 battery connector barsBattery bar assembly tips (PDF file)Trex 600 / A123 Discussion (HeliFreak thread)This episode is brought to you by: ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products RCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter Pilot RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #84 - RC and The Man
Cleaned up.
InsideHeli #48 - FAI - F3C flying and Power System Corner
Join James and Chris as they chat with Henrik Engert about the FAI / F3C style of helicopter flying, and what you need to do to get started in competition. We also have a Power System Corner segment with Lucien Miller of Innov8tive Designs. Tune in!Stuff We Talked AboutRCPrecisionHeli.com (FAI / F3C information site)Hashimoto flying F3C (YouTube)Wayne Mann F3C Schedule A (YouTube)Scott Gray F3C Schedule B (YouTube, narration by Curtis Youngblood)This episode is brought to you by:ElektroRC - Your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik productsRCSuperSales - Owned and operated by Kyle Allred, US Army Veteran & Full Scale Helicopter / RC Helicopter PilotRREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective
ATTF #83 - RiteWing Diapers
In grand 83 we talk about news and planes. We also get a chance to talk to Adam about Ritewing wings. Then Lucien Miller comes on for another great PSC about lipos and C ratings. Don't miss it! Mentions:New book from Carlos is awesome Buy itGreat airbrush tools at harbor freightDual Action AirbrushMultiBrush kitGreat thread for stencils and paintingIYF 44 RitewingRitewing Park 30RCM&E forumsThe RC twitters listCool new profile YAK55 from LeadfeatherVideo of the week Pack of Yaks
InsideHeli #47 - Probar Flybarless System
Join James and Chris as they chat with Probar flybarless unit designer Carlo, and also Bobby Smith from RREModels who's been flying it and helping Carlos tweak it. RREModels will also be selling the Probar when it hits the market.Stuff We Talked AboutAll of these flight videos feature the Probar unit:Carlo flying the Joker (YouTube)Chris Harmon flying the Trex 600n (YouTube)Carlo flying the Raptor (YouTube)Bobby Smith flying the Knight (.wmv file)This episode is brought to you by ElektroRC, your source for MSH, LAHeli and LF-Technik products, and by RREModels - An RC store from a pilots perspective.
ATTF #82 - Battery Chaos
In 82 we talk about latest RC news and events. Also we have a great PSC with Lucien Miller discussing lipos and charging methods. Find out what really happens when you put your prop on backwards. Mentions:RCM&E magazineNew wing from RitewingRCMillennium RC releases the X-fuseSEFF 09 is coming!Fred & Flightpass at E-FestGreat E-Fest video from Foam and TapeThe new Demon for DiggsAnyone know anything about this plane?!?!The Raptor GS now available at 2 Dog RCVideo of the week Paul Naton of Radio Carbon Art.TwitterFor updates use TwitterFox , Twitteriffic or Twhirl
ATTF #81 - Edge 540 review and book signing
A jammed packed episode with no messing around! We get to talk to Carlos from RCadvisor.com about his new book and sweet calculator. Also the Edge 540T EPP review is done and we talk about it. Find out if the 2DogRC electronics are up for the task! Edge 540T Review Mentions:April contestE-foamiesRCM&E MagazineMSComposit BOOM! is readyZenni Optical rocksDave Reap has a nice nutballRC Night-KitesReview of the Dualsky Breeze on RCGReview of the Multiplex ParkMaster 3DThe Parkzone Sukhoi appearance at E-festThe Goolie!!!PDF of the multiplex line.
InsideHeli #46 - AMA Misconceptions & Other Stuff
Join James and Chris as they discuss listener emails, misconceptions about the AMA, and "keyboard experts". WARNING! Soapboxes will be climbed upon in this episode.Stuff We Talked AboutT2o's Kinetic 50eKnight 600eEly-Q VisionJS Models TZ-V2 Tiny Blade 400 video (YouTube or Vimeo)
ATTF #80 - Mark from 2dogRC.com
Bow Wow! In this exclusive episode of 80, we not only go senior but we also get Mark from 2DogRC.com on the show to shoot the breeze. Join in as we discus more enduring RC banter style verbiages. Mentions:Raptor GS Micro 4chAxonracingRCM&E magazineMSComposite Swift IIE-foamies.com Edge 540 EPP