All Things That Fly

Tue, 1 Jul 2008

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 videos

Macr0t0r recap notes for IH Ep#25

Direct Download: InsideHeli_25_-_Dave_Herbert_Part_1.mp3
Category: podcasts | Posted at: 14:24:00 GMT

ATTF #54 - Hobby-Lobby Interview

Tue, 1 Jul 2008

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 System
Twister SkyLift coax heli
GeeBee R-3
Gee Bee "Senior Sportster"
Mini Gee Bee "Senior Sportster" ARF
RCM Funster
Aerofly PRO Deluxe RC Flight Simulator

July GiveAway!

Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#54

Direct Download: ATTF_54_-_Hobby-Lobby_Interview.mp3
Category: podcasts | Posted at: 02:44:00 GMT

ATTF #53 - Tasty Phome

Mon, 23 Jun 2008

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:

RCFlightcast
RCSkyFlyer
Hacker mini RenoRacer and new Blog
The Software List
GeeBee R2 build thread has started

Direct Download: ATTF_53_-_Tasty_Phome.mp3
Category: podcasts | Posted at: 06:03:00 GMT

InsideHeli #24 - Lucien Miller Interview

Sun, 22 Jun 2008

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 visit
Lucien's F-4 build thread
Video of the Week (YouTube)
Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#24

Direct Download: InsideHeli_24_-_Lucien_Miller_Interview.mp3
Category: podcasts | Posted at: 04:39:00 GMT

ATTF # - 52 Maiden and Preflight

Mon, 16 Jun 2008

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 RenoRacer
SqrtSquirrel and his Gyros on the Big wing EZ
Hobby lobby Sale, SK420xt, WTH are the specs, but great price.
Hobby-Lobby F5B Tiger Review
Cheap servos
RCflightCast podcast

Direct Download: ATTF_52_-_Maidens_and_Preflight.mp3
Category: podcasts | Posted at: 16:10:00 GMT

InsideHeli #23 - Pitch curves and Autorotation

Fri, 13 Jun 2008

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 information
Autorotation setup and tips
Autorotation spot landings

Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#23

Direct Download: InsideHeli_23_-_Pitch_curves_and_Autorotation.mp3
Category: podcasts | Posted at: 03:49:00 GMT

ATTF #51 - EasyStar fun

Mon, 9 Jun 2008

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 SargentW
Current Easy Star thread
Mark Jayneâs site Easy star and more
Easy Star
Diggs latest Charger
Arc ARC-28-37-4
Plasic spoon hood scoop
13v 5a power bricks
Simple EZ* brushed to ARC Mod - by Scrtsqrl

Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#51

Direct Download: ATTF_51_-_EasyStar_Fun.mp3
Category: podcasts | Posted at: 04:56:00 GMT

InsideHeli #22 - Interview with Eeeeky

Fri, 6 Jun 2008

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 Swift
Century Hawk Pro
Century Predator
Gazaur Mars
Eeeeky's Predator Freestyle
Eeeeky's videos

Direct Download: InsideHeli_22-_Interview_with_Eeeeky.mp3
Category: podcasts | Posted at: 12:20:00 GMT

InsideHeli #21 - Interview with macr0t0r

Mon, 2 Jun 2008

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)

Direct Download: InsideHeli_21_-_Interview_with_macr0t0r.mp3
Category: podcasts | Posted at: 23:52:00 GMT

ATTF #50 - Over the Hill

Mon, 2 Jun 2008

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 PNP
Crabfu's Swashbot
Shapelock formable plastic material

Macr0t0r recap notes for Ep#50

Direct Download: ATTF_50_-_Over_the_Hill.mp3
Category: podcasts | Posted at: 04:58:00 GMT