Freefall Rc Podcast

Episode 240 - Everybody Chill! Join Steve, Kevin, Andy and George as we discuss how do we handle the summer heat. George and Andy being down south, what is their secrets, clothing, equipment.  Come find out how we beat the heat and chill! News and Announcements Document Link To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrcpodcast/  Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/freefallrcpodcast  Forums - http://forum.flitetest.com/forumdisplay.php?187-FreeFall-RC-Podcast    Thank you for listening and subscribing! Free our Skies and See you next time...

Episode 239 - Listener Series Vol. 21 with Iaen Joel! Join Steve, Kevin, Andy and George as we welcome Iaen Joel to our listener series volume 21.  We get to know Iaen Joel's and his history in the hobby.  Memes, Voices, and what's his involvement with the Planker, come find out on another episode of the FFRC Podcast! News and Announcements: Oxy5 alu Front main pully https://www.facebook.com/OXYHelicopter/posts/2658937657655663 Freewing MiG-29 Fulcrum Digital Camo Twin 80mm EDF Jet https://www.motionrc.com/collections/coming-soon-rc-airplanes/products/freewing-mig-29-fulcrum-twin-80mm-edf-jet-arp Tirediron Aviation Halloween Fly-In Oct 30-31 https://www.facebook.com/events/355758158753467/ To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrcpodcast/  Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/freefallrcpodcast  Forums - http:

Episode 238 - Marine One with LT Col Travis Patterson! Join Steve, Kevin, Andy, George and welcome back on the show Eric Burcham as guest host.  We had the honor to interview LT Col Travis Patterson, a marine, a heli pilot, working one of the most prestigious squads in the Marines HMX-1.  We get to know the history of Travis and his military career as a Cobra AH-1W and AH-1Z attack helicopter pilot, being selected into the HMX-1.  What it was like to fly the POTUS around and more!   We at the FFRC Podcast thanks LT COL Travis Patterson and his family for all the generations of service in our military, the contributions and sacrifices this family has made for our country!  To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrcpodcast/  Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/freefallrcpodcast  Forums - http://forum.flitetest.com/forumdis

Episode 237 - What are you waiting for? Join Steve, Kevin, Andy, and George as we talk about projects we just can't finish for some reason. Projects we started and projects we haven't even started.  What projects do you haven't finished or what projects you've haven't started? leave a comment and let us know.  News and Announcements: E-flite Habu STS 70mm EDF Smart Jet PNP rEVO 715mm blades and uGlow (micro glow) onboard glow ignitors are IN STOCK in limited quantities on Nick Maxwell Products!! Available for IRCHA Jamboree pickup ONLY. After IRCHA products will continue to be built and available for direct shipping.https://www.facebook.com/NickMaxwellProducts/posts/3102444596534848  New firmware for YGE https://www.facebook.com/OnlyFineHelis/posts/2557082874601710 vbar NEO update 6.4??? Anti gravity is part of the new pro/rescue software.  Logo 200 mini neo will have it, only with pro/rescue.  Non logo 200 the OMG v2 and buy a neo mini would need custom NEO software version to program the ESC (custom sof

Episode 236 - Sim Life! Join Steve, Kevin, Andy, and George as we talk about Siming, dig into our setup, how we keep at it, and more!  News and Announcements: FCC fines Hobyking https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-issues-28-million-fine-against-hobbyking-0  Kraken 580 nitro preorders. Ships around August 27   IRCHA Jamboree next week. (August 5-9) Sponsors https://www.facebook.com/98286892040/posts/10156998873917041?sfns=1  https://www.motionrc.com/collections/new-rc-airplanes/products/freewing-f-a-18c-hornet-base-gray-90mm-edf-jet-pnp To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrcpodcast/  Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/freefallrcpodcast  Forums - http://forum.flitetest.com/forumdisplay.php?187-FreeFall-RC-Podcast    Thank you for listening and subscribing! Free our Skies and See you next time...

Episode 235 - Old as Sh*t! Join Steve, Kevin, Andy, and George as we talk about how getting older has effected us in the hobby.  How does it affect you, we'd love to hear from folks who's been in the hobby 10-15+ years to see what has changed for you! News and Announcements: The new firmware V62 for Scorpion Tribunus II 06-120A ESC just released. https://www.scorpionsystem.com/blog/?p=13252  Conscendo Evolution 1.5m BNF Basic https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/conscendo-evolution-1.5m-bnf-basic-with-safe-select/EFL01650.html  Align 650X https://www.facebook.com/194493419543/posts/10158323457794544?sfns=1  Kraken 580 Nitro! https://www.facebook.com/339884686034824/posts/3241369992552931/?d=n  Made in the USA PLA https://shop.jmotechnology.com/ To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrcpodcast/  Instagram - http

Episode 234 - Primetime with GreyEagleJr! Join Steve, Kevin, Andy, and George as we welcome GreyEagle jr to the show, yeah this is going to be an interesting one for sure...  News and Announcements: OXY5 NITRO - NITROXY 5 preorder open. Price : $725.00 https://www.lynxheli.com/product_info.php?products_id=28768  “Weak Signals” Toledo show is no more. NEMH Jamboree canceled for 2020 IRCHA announcement about Jamboree https://www.facebook.com/98286892040/posts/10156973950082041/?d=n  Scorpion Tribunus-II (12s 80A) https://shop.mikadousa.com/Scorpion-Tribunus-II-12-80A-ESC-SBEC_p_2651.html  New Scorpion fan https://www.scorpionsystem.com/news/coolingfan_alu30mm_/  Jeti micro variometer  https://www.facebook.com/espritmodel/photos/a.10151072379021589/10157474446226589/?type=3  To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrc

Episode 233 - Independence! Join Steve, Kevin, Andy, and George as we talk about George's 4th of July Fly in and 3D Printing! News and Announcements: Kraken 580 shaft recall https://www.facebook.com/244071865613063/posts/3178287578858129?sfns=1  Triple Tree events canceled https://tta.aero/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/TTA-COVID-Fall-2020-1.pdf  National Aviation Museum open for summer hours. 7 days a week 10am - 4pm  https://www.facebook.com/116551998385206/posts/4167828069924225?sfns=1  To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrcpodcast/  Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/freefallrcpodcast  Forums - http://forum.flitetest.com/forumdisplay.php?187-FreeFall-RC-Podcast    Thank you for listening and subscribing! Free our Skies and See you next time...

Episode 232 - Tuning it up with Paul Andreoli! Join Steve, Kevin, Andy, and George as we welcome Paul Andreoli to the show.  We dig into FBL tuning and Paul shares his experience in tuning the vbar Neo flybarless controller. No News And Announcements in this episode but we have a special treat from the Planker! To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrcpodcast/  Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/freefallrcpodcast  Forums - http://forum.flitetest.com/forumdisplay.php?187-FreeFall-RC-Podcast    Thank you for listening and subscribing! Free our Skies and See you next time...

Episode 231 - Go Bag of Tools! Join Steve, Kevin, and Andy as we talk about Go bags of Tools.  What tools do you bring to the field, does what you're flying make a difference? News and Announcements  The wait is over folks. OS carbs on YS engines are here!!! Announcing the release of the new PowaTune Kit. • Get yours today for $65 + shipping ($8 anywhere in the US) • Submit your order by completing the Google form below and we will be in touch shortly. • https://forms.gle/3XBYWmeyGhyrt2rQ9  Brought to you by Absolute CNC Products and fully sent by the RCHO boyz. Lynx CNC Ball Link Pliers - 5 to 5.5mm https://www.lynxheli.com/product_info.php?products_id=28732&osCsid=7cupglgttco51390mamq7q4f72  https://www.motionrc.com/collections/new-rc-helicopters/products/xk-k130-rtf To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrcpod

Episode 230 - Safety Dance! Join Steve, Kevin, Andy and George as we discuss our thoughts on safety in the hobby.  What precautions do you take? News and Announcements: IRCHA is on! August 5-9th! Nick Maxwell blades https://nickmaxwellproducts.com/product/revo-pft-715mm-rotor-blades/  https://www.facebook.com/nick.maxwell.92754 To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrcpodcast/  Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/freefallrcpodcast  Forums - http://forum.flitetest.com/forumdisplay.php?187-FreeFall-RC-Podcast    Thank you for listening and subscribing! Free our Skies and See you next time...

Episode 229 - The spy who swagged me! Join Steve, Kevin, Andy and George as we discuss swag and merch. Are they the same, what draws you to them, why is wearing them sometimes a badge of honor? come find out with the FFRC Crew!  News and Announcements: Flite Test Grumman G-44 Widgeon Seaplane https://store.flitetest.com/flite-test-grumman-g44-widgeon-seaplane-flt-80400/p1152614  Flite Test FT Micro Adventure PNP Airplane (640mm) https://store.flitetest.com/flite-test-ft-micro-adventure-electric-pnp-airplane-640mm-flt-80300/p1154931  Flite Test FT Micro Beaver PNP (640mm) https://store.flitetest.com/flite-test-ft-micro-beaver-electric-pnp-airplane-640mm-flt-80200/p1143743  Flite Test Micro Freighter Electric RTF Airplane (390mm) https://store.flitetest.com/flite-test-micro-freighter-electric-rtf-airplane-390mm-flt-80500/p1199837   To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36e

Episode 228 - Open the Door! Join Steve, Kevin, Andy and George as we talk about the world opening back up and will we see things go back to normal for us? Club? Events?  News and Announcements: Mercury Blue 1400mm (55.2") Wingspan - PNP from Skynetic https://www.motionrc.com/products/skynetic-mercury-blue-1400mm-pnp Air Titan 1600mm (63") Wingspan - PNP from Skynetic https://www.motionrc.com/products/skynetic-air-titan-1600mm-pnp Revolution 1120mm (44.1") Wingspan - PNP from Skynetic https://www.motionrc.com/products/skynetic-revolution-1120mm-pnp Byron fuels are not making nitro fuel anymore. http://byronfuels.com/news/Byron-Fuels-Brand-Closing.html?fbclid=IwAR3GcRRZBpfQHu-M6MM7NwtRoa8F1NaY6CM_kOFrHyZMjEyCfkJGo5yqdTk  To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrcpodcast/  Instagram - http://www.instagram.co

Episode 227 - Budgets? Join Steve, Kevin, Andy and George as we talk about how we spend money in the hobby.  Do we use credit, cash, haggle, barter, and others..  News and Announcements: Synergy moving to Ohio https://www.facebook.com/190305231003848/posts/3315626048471735?sfns=1  The Goblin Kraken 580 has been officially announced by SAB. Preorder open.                                                                                                 https://www.bkhobbies.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=SG580       https://www.onlyfinehelis.com/SAB-Kraken-580-with-Main-and-Tail-blades--PREORDER_p_8559.html  OXY5 HF $999.99 https://www.lynxheli.com/product_info.php?cPath=220_221_592&products_id=28701&osCsid=ivqkpk6rbj7i460ab2q26cfic4  OXY5 HF packing list https://www.facebook.com/1529251683957605/posts/2597443757138387?sfns=1  E-Flite Night Timber X https://www.horizonhobby.com/night-timber-x-12m-bnf-basic-with-as3x---safe-select--efl13850  AZBlades 385mm Azure Power https://www.facebook.com/1

Episode 226 - An Evening with the Planker! Join Steve, Kevin, Andy and George as well welcome back on the show, our planker behind the scenes, the one and only Mike DiGennaro.  We take a look behind the scenes of the planker episodes, what it takes, how Mike comes up with these things.  Have a laugh with us and enjoy another episode of the FFRC Podcast! News and Announcements: New gas engine from Gas-Powered-Helicopters.com https://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?p=8065789#post8065789  OXY5 frame stiffener https://www.facebook.com/1529251683957605/posts/2591865874362842/?d=n  OXY5 heavy duty one way hub https://www.facebook.com/1529251683957605/posts/2592720327610730/?d=n  Jeti DS-12 Limited Edition Carbon Grey and Black.  https://www.facebook.com/273233231588/posts/10157327619886589?sfns=1  To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.faceb

Episode 225 - Competitions with the Full Montee! Join Andy, Kevin, and Steve as we welcome Robert Montee back on the show. We talk about competitions and get an insight look into what it takes to run, why do folks do it, and more!   News and Announcements: F3N maneuvers https://www.fai.org/sites/default/files/documents/sc4_vol_f3_helicopters_18_v2.pdf AMA Rules https://www.modelaircraft.org/events/competition-resources/competition-regulations Blackout mods G600Z. Trex 600 conversion https://www.facebook.com/1119048158136205/posts/3925324530841873?sfns=1  Updated Oxy5 manual https://www.facebook.com/1529251683957605/posts/2589002034649226?sfns=1  SAB Goblin Kraken 580? https://www.facebook.com/sabhelidivision/videos/2569021043213096/ To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrcpodcast/  Instagram - http://www.instagram

Episode 224 - Good Vibes! Join Andy, Kevin, Steve and George as we talk about the good vibes in the hobby that makes us happy! What makes you happy in the hobby? or in life? let us know, leave a comment or drop us an email or voicemail. News and Announcements: Nickmaxwellproducts.com https://nickmaxwellproducts.com/o-s-engine-get-the-most-out-of-your-1-05/  [For several years I have wanted a place to share informational content I've learned from others, or developed myself through trial and error, with fellow heli pilots. Social media never seemed fitting for detailed explanations and documentation of "How-To's" and technical information.  During the evenings with everything being closed recently due to COVID, I saw this as a fantastic time to make an "all in one" outlet in which I can post information I'd like to share and that helicopter pilots frequently ask at events. This will also be an e-commerce location that future NMP Products will be available for sale. https://nickmaxwellproducts.com/o-s-engine

Episode 223 - Funny thing happened... Join Andy, Kevin, Steve and George as we share our funny and crazy moments in the hobby.   News and Announcements: FreeFallRC heli fest canceled Flite Fest 2020 canceled  https://youtu.be/mF6zsBdzU1Q  To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrcpodcast/  Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/freefallrcpodcast  Forums - http://forum.flitetest.com/forumdisplay.php?187-FreeFall-RC-Podcast    Thank you for listening and subscribing! Free our Skies and See you next time...

Episode 222 - What are you saving that for? Join Kevin, Andy, George and Steve as we talk about some spring cleaning and what to do with your useless stuff! Links for News and Announcements: Lynx/Oxy returning to production. quote from Luca “Hi dears! Just a quick update about covid / lynx oxy and ACE CNC situation. ... we are open normally.. We slowed down the past 2 weeks but now we open back 100%. Thanks to your heli support,  industrial friends and customers support we are busy.. again! I can see again a little light on the tunnel end.. this is what I need to energize myself and go forward.. Luca Invernizzi” XFC new competition.    https://www.facebook.com/139919652743899/posts/2801362526599585?sfns=1  HD Helicopters https://www.facebook.com/346087252155427/posts/2775865392510922?sfns=1  1:9 Scale B-17G 'Sweet Pea' - Wing part 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QnJ_KtTfUc To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - ht

Episode 221 Groundhog Daze! Join Andy, Kevin and George as we talk more about COVID and how it affects us, some updates on how it's been for us to be day after day of this new world we have to live in.   Sorry Steve started the show but had to jump off the call due to some issues that came up during the call.   Links for News and Annoucements Wood propellers from Flex Innovations https://www.flexinnovations.com/product-category/aircraft/air-accessories/propellers/  Flightline OV-10A Bronco from Motion RC (preorder) https://ww w.motionrc.com/collections/coming-soon-rc-airplanes/products/flightline-ov-10-bronco-1400mm-pnp  To get in touch with us:  Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com  Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.show Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/freefallrcpodcast/  Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/freefallrcpodcast  Forums - http://forum.flitetest.com/forumdisplay.php?187-FreeFall-RC-Podcast    Thank you