All Things That Fly Rc Podcast

Gather around the fire and talk with the group about what it means to do scratch building.  Learn how different types of foam taste and what condiments go with with each type.Joining us in this episode:-ED from RCskyFlyer.com-Lee Ray from RCG-Logical_Psycho from RCGPlanes Mentioned:The Flops a lotThe Blue BabyFunder and LightningZactly Foamie Mentions:Hobby-lobby F/A-18 "red viper"GeeBee R2 Build threadBagram RC ClubPhlatprinter - Homemade CNC machineRCSkyflyer (buy foam)Midwest products Foam plans including the Zactly BipeLogical Psycho’s massive list of plansSparks GlowDogThe GlowStikBoneDoc videos list

Join James and Chris as we interview Charley Stephens from Outrage RC. Charley is the man behind the Rotorworkz frames and the new Outrage G5 helicopter. Charley talks about the genesis of the Outrage, and also hints at what's coming soon. Don't miss it!Mentions:Outrage RCRotorworkzG5 Video

Gather around the fire and talk with the group about what it means to do scratch building.  Learn how different types of foam taste and what condiments go with with each type.Joining us in this episode:-ED from RCskyFlyer.com-Lee Ray from RCG-Logical_Psycho from RCGPlanes Mentioned:The Flops a lotThe Blue BabyFunder and LightningZactly Foamie Mentions:Hobby-lobby F/A-18 "red viper"GeeBee R2 Build threadBagram RC ClubPhlatprinter - Homemade CNC machineRCSkyflyer (buy foam)Midwest products Foam plans including the Zactly BipeLogical Psycho’s massive list of plansSparks GlowDogThe GlowStikBoneDoc videos list

Join James and Chris as they discuss the pros and cons of glow vs electric helis, and what you need to consider before taking the plunge into the nitro-powered world.Mentions:Chris' Swift videoJim's (macr0t0r) Show comments (RCGroups.com post)

Join the ATTF along with Fred Midgett from HigherPlaneProductions.comLearn about great HQ video being created for our RC hobby and learn how it's done.  Free videos for ATTF listeners!Mentions:BoneDoc's 3D ClinicJD-RC.comThe DistractionsGive AwayMacr0t0r recap notes for Ep#55

Join James and Chris as we interview Dave Herbert, One of the pioneers of early helicopters and all around great guy. Hear about the early days of RC helis, and some of Dave's tips on successful flying. This is part two of the interview, the first part is in InsideHeli #25.Mentions:Dave's YouTube videosMacr0t0r recap notes for IH Ep#26

Join James and Chris as we interview Dave Herbert, One of the pioneers of early helicopters and all around great guy. Hear about the early days of RC helis, and some of Dave's tips on successful flying. This is part one of the interview, the conclusion will be posted next week.Mentions:Dave's YouTube videosMacr0t0r recap notes for IH Ep#25

Join the team as we interview Jason Cole from Hobby-Lobby.com!  Learn of new products coming out from HL, how Jason got into the hobby and just all about the company.  Mentions:Pilot View SystemTwister SkyLift coax heliGeeBee R-3Gee Bee "Senior Sportster"Mini Gee Bee "Senior Sportster" ARFRCM FunsterAerofly PRO Deluxe RC Flight SimulatorJuly GiveAway!Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#54

Hear about the review of the Hobby-Lobby mini RenoRacer from Hacker.  Voice mails, emails and banter!   Learn how foam is good for you and how different types of foam vary.   It's Diggs Birthday!  Mentions:RCFlightcastRCSkyFlyerHacker mini RenoRacer and new BlogThe Software ListGeeBee R2 build thread has started

Join James and Chris as we interview Lucien Miller from Innov8tiveDesigns.com, US distributor for the Scorpion product line. Hear about the Scorpion motor construction, and details from Lucien's recent visit to the factory. A long show, but well worth it!Mentions:Pictures from Lucien's factory visitLucien's F-4 build threadVideo of the Week (YouTube)Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#24

Join all four hosts as we talk about maidens and preflight checks!  If you have been following the beginners show, this is a great wrap-up - however for everybody.   Also learn about cheap servos, Chris does his review of the F5B Tiger, Jamie maidens the Flash3D and mini RenoRacer, Diggs maidens a Ritewing 33 FS.   Tune in!Mentions:Jimsky has Afterburners on his Multiplex Twister!Hobby-Lobby mini RenoRacerSqrtSquirrel and his Gyros on the Big wing EZHobby lobby Sale, SK420xt, WTH are the specs, but great price.Hobby-Lobby F5B Tiger ReviewCheap servosRCflightCast podcast

Join James and Chris for a follow-up on the GY611 gyro setup from last week. They also discuss the uniflow fuel system, pitch curves, throttle curves, and how to prepare for and practice autorotations. Be sure to check out the video of the week too!Mentions:Video of the Week (YouTube)GY611 setup details (RCG forum post)Uniflow fuel system informationAutorotation setup and tipsAutorotation spot landingsMacr0t0r recap notes for Ep#23

This week is all about the MultiPlex EasyStar products!  We invite Sargentw to chat with us a bit.  Learn some techniques, mods, tips and everything to do with the EZ*.Mentions:Build Log and tips from SargentWCurrent Easy Star threadMark Jayne’s site Easy star and moreEasy StarDiggs latest ChargerArc ARC-28-37-4Plasic spoon hood scoop13v 5a power bricksSimple EZ* brushed to ARC Mod - by ScrtsqrlMacr0t0r recap notes for Ep#51

Join James and Chris for a "show of the Century" as we interview Century and Gazaur factory rep Aeryk "Eeeeky" Hurley and hear about his helis. We also get Eeeeky to talk about Futaba 601/611 gyro setup, the Blade 400, and other interesting stuff. If you've ever wondered how Eeeeky got his nickname, don't miss this show.Mentions:Century SwiftCentury Hawk ProCentury PredatorGazaur MarsEeeeky's Predator FreestyleEeeeky's videos

James and Chris interview Jim "macr0t0r" and discuss the merits of coaxial vs single rotor, inverted flight training gear, and other fun stuff. NOTE: Lucien from Innov8tive Designs had to cancel, but he'll be with us when he returns from a visit to the Scorpion factory in China.Mentions:Direct Drive motor tail with pitch control (RCG Thread)Inverted training gear (RCG Thread)Chris' CP2 Crash Video (YouTube)

All four hosts join in for a special edition of ATTF.  We turn 50!   Join in the banter while we introduce James and listen to diggs crash.  Email, news and fun!   Superfly torque issue.  Can Diggs get his stiffy back up? -Welcome James to the team.-Congrats on 50th!Mentions:WattFlyer forums - we are there.Venom parkflyers PNPCrabfu's SwashbotShapelock formable plastic materialMacr0t0r recap notes for Ep#50

Number two show for people getting into the RC hobby.  Join us and learn crazy terms and what aircraft is good to pick up as your first and maybe second!  Program an ESC?  Setup a radio?   It's covered!Our best 3 starter planes.Slow Stick Super Cub Easy Star Sim:ClearviewGreat Resources onlineRCGroupsWattFlyerRCUniverseHeliFreakMacr0t0r recap notes for Ep#49 

Sit in with Jamie and Diggs discussions on getting into the RC hobby as a new person.  We talk about what it means to use brushes on your ESC, simulators and ugly planes.Mentions:Crazy Eight mini TyphoonTackle Box organization  --> Pic1 / Pic2RCFlightCast PodcastExtra 300 EPPE-Sky goes 2.4Higher Plane Productions Flight Pass - Great Video!Our best 3 starter planes.Slow Stick Super Cub Easy Star Great Resources onlineRCGroupsWattFlyerRCUniverseHeliFreakYou can probably learn from each show, however give special attention to:ATTF #40 - Competitions and AMAATTF #42 - SafetyATTF #37 - Flaperons, Spoilerons, and glue fumesInsideHeli #4 ToolKitInsideHeli #12 TrainingATTF #    - SlowStick showMacr0t0r recap notes for Ep#48

Chris and James talk about the things you need to know in order to choose the right motor for your electric heli.Mentions:Video of the Week: YouTubePentium ESCs at Don's RCJETI Spin 33 at Hobby-LobbyCastle's new HV 30 ESCScorpion ESCs at Innov8tive DesignsEHBG (Electric Helicopter Beginner's Guide)MSH Protos: Manufacturer site and RC Groups build threadRave 3D: Manufacturer site and RunRyder discussion threadOutrage G5: Manufacturer site and HeliFreak discussion forum

This week Diggs and Jamie talk to Jim Graham from RCGroups.com all about SEFF 2008.   Join in and pretend you were at SEFF.  ;)MentionsBest of SEFF video – Martian Anti Gravity machineTrust for the daughters of Darrell Garrison - crash victimWho was involved in crashAndrew Jesky flying the New AJ Slick from 3D hobby shopBest New product winner, The VecJet XTFlightPass and Higher Plane PrductonsHobby Lobby FPV gearNEW Parkzone Corsair in a midair collision at SEFFCorsair Photos 1  2Cool Vickers Wellington ScratchbuiltHodges hobbies – The host of SEFF – Pics of the B-29 low and inverted.Twitter