Duct Tape R/C Plane

This is an rc flying wing made from scratch and covered in duct tape.

This is not a good rc project for beginners. I just wanted to see if this could be done.

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Step 1: Lay-out

The wing is made from foam board with a carbon fiber spar.

cdog557 says: Jun 18, 2013. 8:07 AM

How high does it go

sgfidlin says: Jun 11, 2013. 5:52 AM

Can I use a 1300mAh lipo battery.

seamster (author) in reply to sgfidlinJun 11, 2013. 2:58 PM

I believe that's what I used. Mine might have been 1350, but pretty much the same.

sgfidlin says: Apr 22, 2013. 5:40 AM

Do you have a video of it flying?

seamster (author) in reply to sgfidlinApr 22, 2013. 7:02 AM

I used to, but it was such poor quality that I removed it. The plane was so far away the whole time that you couldn't even see it. But it flew just fine.

sgfidlin in reply to seamsterApr 23, 2013. 5:18 PM

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seamster (author) in reply to sgfidlinApr 23, 2013. 6:44 PM

The plane no longer exists. I cannibalized it pretty soon after this to use the parts for something else.

However I can tell you about any part of it. What do you mean "circuit out of the plane"? I'm not sure what you're looking for.

sgfidlin in reply to seamsterApr 23, 2013. 7:40 PM

Never mind I figured out what I wanted. But thanks anyways. :)

sgfidlin in reply to seamsterApr 22, 2013. 5:38 PM

Okay thanks for getting back to me.

charlesac says: Mar 10, 2013. 6:43 AM

Well, I have another grandson who is very good with RC flying, and he is teaching him the in/s and outs. He is 8 yrs old the one he is teaching that is. Anyway, I purchased 1/2" so will have to return and get the 3/16" not a big deal since I can use the 1/2" for other things. Thank you so much for all of your help. Will let you know how it goes. Hope I did not post this twice was having some trouble with my IE8. Is the white glue elmers glue? Also can't seem to get the reply to work unless I am doing something wrong (charlesac)

seamster (author) in reply to charlesacMar 10, 2013. 9:59 AM

I used white elmers glue. I'm glad you're making this for your grandson. I should mention that this is not the best way to start into the rc hobby. This was a silly experimental project for me and although it did fly, I certainly would not classify this as a thing for beginners. It's not forgiving AT ALL if you crash it! There are lots of kits and ready-to-flys out there if this doesn't end up as a particularly positive experience for your grandsons. Let me know how it goes, though!

For what it's worth, I recommend flying wings from Crash Test Hobby for beginners. I have an assassin and a reaper, and they're both great.

charlesac says: Mar 8, 2013. 4:33 PM

This is great; however I don't see how thick the foam core is for the wings or the ribs unless I am mistaken. If I am in error please let me know. Are both 1/2"? I am trying this build for my grandson and think that what you have done is fantastic. Nice job.

seamster (author) in reply to charlesacMar 8, 2013. 7:29 PM

Hi. All the foam core is 3/16". Are you building it for him to fly, or just as a thing to display?

catmanduud says: Jan 15, 2013. 6:23 PM

cool

nprasad5 says: Dec 11, 2012. 2:47 AM

really nice and amazing how much do you spend on it? and what isthe type of motors? and programs installed if you send answers for above questions i will be thank for lifetime i pardon y bcoz iam so much crazy about to do this.plz plz plz send to my email id nagendras250@gmail.com plz dont forget me thnx in advance

Aman Kushwaha says: Dec 2, 2012. 6:26 AM

Uh...cn you explain me regarding the radio control laws you are talkin about....
thank You...

seamster (author) in reply to Aman KushwahaDec 2, 2012. 8:19 AM

Do people fly radio controlled planes where you live? If so, I'd visit with some of them to learn what you need to know get started in the hobby.

What I was saying is that some countries have varying laws regarding if/where/how you can use r/c equipment, so make sure you know and follow the rules where you live. (For instance where I live, there are certain places where one can and cannot legally fly r/c planes. It's good to know where these places are, and visit with people who already fly as you get yourself into the r/c hobby.)

Aman Kushwaha says: Nov 29, 2012. 9:48 PM

I'm a student from India... I wanted to know whether these parts would be available here or not...???

seamster (author) in reply to Aman KushwahaNov 30, 2012. 9:57 AM

I think you will be able to find the answer to that better than I can! :)

Check in local shops, search the internet, and ask around. If you cannot find local dealers for radio control components, you can order things online. Hobby King ships worldwide out of China, and has very good prices. Be sure to check your laws regarding the radio control hobby where you live before you purchase anything. I hope this helped!

yapoyo says: Sep 22, 2012. 9:45 AM

How much will this cost to build?

seamster (author) in reply to yapoyoSep 22, 2012. 8:59 PM

Ah, that's a tricky question. See step 12. For the stuff to build just the plane itself (not including any r/c gear), probably under 20 bucks.

yanadica says: Jul 30, 2012. 4:18 PM

DOES THE ESC ACT AS THE RECEIVER
OR DO YOU ATTACH THE SPEED CONNTROL TO A RECEIVER ALONG WITH THE SERVOS AND BATTERY

seamster (author) in reply to yanadicaJul 30, 2012. 4:36 PM

YES, THERE IS A RECEIVER THE ESC DOES NOT ACT AS A RECEIVER DID I ANSWER YOUR QUESTION

yanadica in reply to seamsterJul 31, 2012. 4:10 PM

YES...WHAT RECEIVER DID YOU USE

seamster (author) in reply to yanadicaJul 31, 2012. 5:52 PM

It's a Spektrum 6-channel park receiver. I think it's this one.

yanadica in reply to seamsterJul 31, 2012. 6:21 PM

is it only commpatable with the dsmx transmitter...or is it universal to any transmitteer

seamster (author) in reply to yanadicaJul 31, 2012. 7:59 PM

only with same brand stuff, I believe

yanadica in reply to seamsterAug 1, 2012. 5:45 AM

what do you recomend for first timers at rc planes to build

seamster (author) in reply to yanadicaAug 1, 2012. 9:11 AM

see the link in the post I made on April 10 (below). Those are great flying wings, and they take a ton of abuse. You can fly and crash all day long. It's how I learned.

supalightnin says: Apr 9, 2012. 9:06 PM

ummm can i pls have links for the transmitter and receiver?? thanks im a noob and this is my first rc plane

seamster (author) in reply to supalightninApr 10, 2012. 11:08 AM

Please don't try this for your first rc plane! It will not be a positive experience. If you have the means, I highly recommend building a foam kit for your first plane. You will learn how to build it (because you WILL have to fix it along the way!), and it will take a lot of abuse and allow you to learn to fly without completely destroying it on your first crash.

Try one of these or something similar (I have the assassin)

This is the radio I have.

David97 says: Mar 13, 2012. 5:37 PM

is there a setup for t6connfig for the servo mixing.

seamster (author) in reply to David97Mar 13, 2012. 10:25 PM

My radio has a setup for servo mixing, yes.

David97 in reply to seamsterMar 18, 2012. 8:23 PM

If it is computer programable can you tell me where i can download the softwere.

seamster (author) in reply to David97Mar 18, 2012. 10:36 PM

I don't think we're on the same page, so I apologize. My radio is programmable, meaning I can set up things the way I want from within, but it doesn't have any external software that I know of. Here is a link to the radio I use for flying my planes. (I don't even know what "t6connfig" means.)

David97 in reply to seamsterMar 20, 2012. 8:15 PM

oh i see, My radio plugs into the computer to mix and the program it uses is called t6config, (i wish I could afford a spectrum).Thanks anyway.

rijan says: Dec 26, 2011. 5:22 AM

which motor you have used

seamster (author) in reply to rijanDec 26, 2011. 1:10 PM

I've listed all the parts, and links to where you can buy them in the last step.