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Which Plane to use?

Posted by Bradley Muller on February 7, 2012 at 6:13am

Hi Guys,

My first, But most definitely not my last post in these forums.

I have ordered my APM 2.0 for my Quadrocopter, and now I am looking to buy a plane that I can also use for FPV flying and as a UAV.

I have been doing a little reading and I was settled on the Bixler from HobbyKing:

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__16544__Hobbyking_Bixler_EPO_1400mm_ARF_.html

It seems it flies well and has usable space.

But after a bit more shopping I have come across this Plane which seems like it will be better:

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__18764__FPVRaptor_Composite_1600mm_PNF_.html

It cost a few dollars more, but it seems to have a bigger cockpit, can carry 300grams more in flight, and has a nice Look to it as well, which is always good :)

Before I buy the aircraft, I just want to make sure I'm in heading in the right direction and if there are any tips anyone can give me before I Mess up along the way, I would gladly appreciate it.

thanks!

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  • Clint Wachter February 22, 2012 at 7:41am

    Hey guys. First post here, but not my last.  I am looking to build my first uav/fpv plane.  I have been searching for a plane that looks nice that would also perform well.  I was wondering what your opinions on this plane would be. http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=...

    I like the fact that it is a scale version of a real uav, and it looks like it has plenty of room for electronics.  The landy gear is nice as well.  I know the bixler seems to be a good beginner plane, but if I could use something more in this direction I would be happier.  Let me know what you guys think. Thanks in advance!

  • Bradley Muller February 7, 2012 at 6:34am

    Just found another good plane to use:

    http://www.lowpricerc.com/product_info.php/skywalker-version-2012-e...

    Please also consider this one.

    thanks,

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