GMAC Forum

Building => ARTF => Topic started by: Jim (Chairman) on 15/12/2014, 02:39:19 PM

Title: Second Aircraft: RIOT!
Post by: Jim (Chairman) on 15/12/2014, 02:39:19 PM

All,

As John quite rightly pointed out at the weekend, a RadJet 800 is NOT the best second aircraft to try to develop flying skills with?!

To that end, I've just ordered a Max Thrust Riot ARTF (PNP) from Wheelspin.

I've also got an FrSky D8R-II Plus RX coming from T9, so hopefully it should all be flight ready for the weekend....

Yeah! RIOT!

Title: Re: Second Aircraft: RIOT!
Post by: Chairman on 15/12/2014, 06:08:25 PM

I was really impressed when I flew a RIOT - good choice Jim.

As I understand it you need to check the quality of fit, and check the included hardware. But once everything's "right" it's a great model.

When you're ready for some extra performance, there's a weight you can remove from the front to move the C/G back. You can also fit a 4S battery if you change the prop size to keep current within bounds.

Title: Re: Second Aircraft: RIOT!
Post by: Jim (Chairman) on 15/12/2014, 06:30:04 PM

Chris,

Yes, that's what I've been told by all the Riot owners, but I should be able to sort most fitting issues out.

Also, I've found that Century UK still have a GREEN decal set available for them! Green as in Greenacres.

Look forward to giving it a go...

Title: Re: Second Aircraft: RIOT!
Post by: Jim (Chairman) on 20/12/2014, 01:15:18 PM

RIOT maidened!

Flies great, no trim needed.

Lighter aircraft than my Arising Star so get blown around  a bit, but very manageable.

Really pleased with it...

Title: Re: Second Aircraft: RIOT!
Post by: Chairman on 22/12/2014, 07:42:55 PM

That's great Jim, well done. I'm sure you'll really enjoy that one.