FPV40v3.1
New goal version 3.1 – lighter – longer flighttime How? – replace GoPro and Sony cam with one Mobius cam. – use light motor and low amp motor. Cons: – lower video quality – no speed devil Pros: – better… Continue Reading
RC
Radio Controlled stuff
FPV40v3 specs
Wingspan : 100cm KFM4 (6x 6mm depron) AUW : 980 gram Lipo : 2200 25-50C (175 gram) Motor : Turnigy 2200kv OSD : Remzibi OSD Camera1 : GoPro 2 incl. waterproofhousing (171 gram) Camera2 : Sony 600TVL VTX : Immersion… Continue Reading
Flying around Skjolden
Finally had some spare time to fly around Skjolden. Found a good spot with large fields and great viewpoints. My flyingfield for today I also mowed the grass during landing
FPV40v3 cameramount fixed on campsite
After the crash in Reiårsfossen i need to fix the plane on a campsite. Removed the bay completely, but only connected by the camera wiring. So i took my repairkit and transformed diesel to 12volt electricity, 12volt to 220VAC, and… Continue Reading
FPV40v3 crashed in Reiårsfossen, Norway
That evening i want to give it another try. The wind looked a bit more relaxed and i try to ignore the sviknott (little little midges) that are finding me without a problem… I was moving around and around while… Continue Reading
FPV40v3 1st flight in Reiårsfossen, Norway
My first flight was in Bygdal Norway. I’m still learning to fly FPV with this wing and it’s a little bit more tricky than an EasyStar 😉 There was a lot of suddenly strong winds so the wind of Norway… Continue Reading
FPV Groundstation
Build groundstation for FPV 1.3 Ghz RX with cloverleaf Powered by 3s lipo Video splitter / booster LCD screen – sun protection Measure power needed
FPV cockpit v2 is almost ready
What is left? Mount camera Secure wires Finish it with Depron so it is solide and easy to grab when removing or placing the battery. Without worrying about to break something.
Ailerons are fitted
Cutted out the ailerons, made a 45 degree bevel on the aileron ans also a little bit on the wing side. Then putted it together with Tesa extra strong tape. Forgot to make pictures but this is no rocket science.… Continue Reading
Side spars in main wing
For the sidespars i also use 4mm round plywood. I made a gutter of 3mm so it is a tight fit. Also filled it with construction glue and inserted the wooden spars. So mow the main wing has all the… Continue Reading