All Things That Fly Rc Podcast

Join James and Chris as they chat about the weather, and of course helicopters. Knight 3D talk abounds, as well as how to transition from hovering into basic forward flight.Stuff We Talked About:Compass Knight 3D (Manufacturer site)Chris' Knight 3D video (Vimeo)PhoenixCreator (Phoenix downloads page)PhoenixCreator tutorial (translated via Google)Fuel Magnet

This week Fred from HigherPlaneProductions joins us for a little inside baseball on competition RC events.  Hear about the Tucson Shootout and the RC fliers themselves.Email, news, monkeys and tigers o-my!

Join James and Chris as they talk about Chris' newest toy: The MSH Protos.  Hear what the build was like, how it's different from others in its class, and of course how it flies!Stuff We Talked About:MS Heli's websiteElektroRC.comChris' Protos vidsProtos build manual (PDF)

In Episode #67 we get a chance to learn a bit about gliding, soaring and sloping with Chris and Dale.  This topic is huge but we do scratch the surface of what thermal'n is all about.Mentions:Video of the weekX-Plane.com (free sim to test out for Linux, Mac and PC) Maxi SwiftDiggs new toy - FVK GraphiteMassive Sloping Combat pics and VideoLeague of Silent FlightDJ Aerotech ChrysalisHypnosis slope vidMacr0t0r recap notes for Ep#67

Join James and Chris as they chat with Kyle from RCSuperSales about his shop and what it's like to fly real helicopters. Stuff We Talked About:ARCA Heli Fly-in (RR thread with photos)Outrage G5

In Episode #66 we get a chance to learn a bit about gliding, soaring and sloping with Chris and Dale.  This topic is huge but we do scratch the surface of what thermal'n is all about. Emails and questions answered in the fun filled episode!Mentions:Video of the weekX-Plane.com (free sim to test out for Linux, Mac and PC) Maxi SwiftDiggs new toy - FVK GraphiteMassive Sloping Combat pics and VideoLeague of Silent FlightDJ Aerotech ChrysalisHypnosis slope vid

We have reached fixed income!  This episode we do many shout outs and local hobby shop talk.  We also bring in Frank from RCFlightCast.com to join us on the banter wagon.  Come in and listen!Mentions:DLGsHD vid of the phlatprinterSkeeter kitRCflightcast.comFlyForTotsFlightpassAFPD + modelshobby-lobbyHeadsupRC*

Join James and Chris as they chat about the Southern Rotary Classic Fly-in and the pros and cons of stuffing a .50 into a .30 size heli. Stuff We Talked About:Outrage 550 NextD RaveSpektrum AR7100R*

Episode 64 has arrived with a two packed review session.  Diggs reviews Fly For Tots and we also take on the latest AeroflyPro Delux from Hobby-Lobby.  Listen in for some insightful and enlightening chat.Mentions:Phlatprinter Codez now on RCG!Something new coming from Superfly Dr D Halko (come do a show!)Boomerace is doing an Ultimate Mean machine Slow stick buildFly For TotsAerofly PRO Deluxe RC Flight SimulatorAerofly Pro Deluxe ReviewVideos of the week:SU27 scratch build173 Inch Slope SeaEagle!!!

This week in 63, we get to talk to Daniel Switkin about NEAT 08.Daniel is an editor at Zero RC and a software engineer at Google.  Heattended and decided to give us the low-down of the RC event.  Checkout his NEAT Fair 2008 show report for photos of the event.Mentioned:ExtremeFlightRC saleFly for TotsZeroRC.comVideo Of The WeekMac Hodges b-29 - Crashes*

We've got a full house this episode! Join the James' (Northern and Southern), Eeeeky, and Chris as they chat about CCPM setup basics. Also hear Eeeeky's thoughts about IRCHA and the MSH Protos. Stuff We Talked About:Video of the WeekMS HeliEsprit ModelEeeeky's Protos VidNewspaper article about EeeekyXFC Night Flying Videosmacr0t0r's show commentsHeliFreak thread about the show and CCPM servo setup

Previously, on episode 62..   The guys are in discussions of very odd things.  Talk about more gliding, superfly, easystar and DLGs.    This is what is sounds like when there is no backup plan for an  lost interview.   Upcoming RC events!Fly For Tots NEAT fairEast Coast HLG Festival 2008, Wilson, North CarolinaClub field infoSites mentioned:Apprentice 15e RTF w/DX5e RadioFred & HPP at Clover CreekMaxi Swift thread & ReviewMaxi RCG ReviewOlgol and the Taboo DLGP51 Scratch build by tzyoung of RCG3 more apps for the iphone/touch:- Caliper- AWG Convert- Flashlight (jailbreak version)Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#62*

Join James and Chris as we chat with Art from Skookum Robotics about their SK360 Digital Flybar system. If you're interested in flybarless helis, you don't want to miss this one!Mentions:Video of the Week Skookum RoboticsHeliDirectOutrage RC

Learn about RC events coming up as well as tips and tools for the field.  In 61, we talk a bit about the SuperFly, gliders and killer birds!  Listen in and relax over the long weekend. Mentions:Video of the weekNEAT Fair  Sept. 12, 13, 14The Superfly is not loved by allRDRC fly for totsBuild vid for the SSNew HPP coverag , Clover Creek4 apps for iphone/touch that can help an RC user:- Converter- Sound meter- Labyrinth lite (I said "A Level", but this games calibration Level is better)- Tiltmeter

The big 6 0 .  Diggs is back and Jamie showed up!   Join in the crew as we discuss the beauty of hotmelts and female shops, all while learning the evilness of CA.  Ok, it's a banter show - but it's been a while.Mentioned:The Annual Fly For TotsPhlatprinter is out!The coolest Night fly ssSolar plane - HUGE! ZephyrAFPD True Scale editionTower Hobbies XPD-8 EDF saleParkzone Vapor video

Join James and Chris as we chat with James "Jameotron" from New Zealand about Mikado Logo helis, and flybarless configurations.Mentions:Esprit ModelMikado HeliSkookum RoboticsRunRyder IRCHA videosHelicopter geekMacr0t0r recap notes for Ep#31

Join James and Chris for a primer on A123 batteries, and how to get started in basic aerobatics.Mentions:A123 SystemsBP HobbiesTanic Packs

Diggs and Burke talk to Carlos from RCadvisor.com.   Thinking this is just another RC calculator is like saying the combustion engine is just another horse.  Learn how and why a powerful tool can aid the plane guys as well as the heli guys.Follow Carlos on twitter for updates: @creyes123  Watch the SEFF 08 DVD from HPP. Another great HPP Production. The Katfish gets a bath by Bikini Clad ladies. Surf and Turf DVD report coming next.Mentions:BoneDoc's 3D ClinicHigherplaneproductionsRCadvisor PDF info  (use Foxit because Adobe Reader suxz) Watch the SEFF 08 DVD. Another great HPP Production. The Katfish gets a bath by Bikini Clad ladies. Surf and Turf DVD report coming next.  

Join James and Chris as we tell our listeners why there's no interview for this show. Oh, and hear about the dumb thing Chris did!Mentions: Curtis Youngblood EnterprisesGohbee AviationE-Flite

Mark and Trish from Phlatboyz.com joins us to discuss the 'Phlatprinter' which is a home-made CNC cutting machine.  Learn with us as we talk all about cutting foam and other material for making beautiful designs!Congrats to Rubin and Roger for winning the JD-RC.com Giveaway!Mentioned:Phlatboyz.comModel Rectifier Corp is having a nice Ultrafly Blowout saleRAMS Club second annual swap meet  theNutBall*Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#58