In Episode 300, Lucien and Moose talk with AMA President Rich Hanson and AMA Executive Vice President Randy Cameron about issues that the AMA is currently working on to ensure the future of Model Aviation, and what we can all do as AMA members to help our local schools and communities bring new younger pilots into the hobby.
In Episode 299, Moose and Lucien talk with Mark Richenberg and Jason Shulman from Graves R/C Hobbies, in Orlando, Florida. We talk about the origins of Graves R/C, and how a brick and mortar hobby shop stays successful for over 30 years. Jason talks about his recent competition in FAI pattern at the 2021 NATS and gives an inside view of what it takes to be a competition R/C pilot.
In Episode 298, Lucien and Moose talk with Annie Torres from Landing Products, makers of APC Propellers. We talk about the origins of APC, all the cool products they make, and Annie's 25 year history with the company.
In Episode 297, Lucien and Moose talk with Mark Lanterman, owner of Old School Models, about his history in RC as well as the awesome line of balsa kits that he produces.
In Episode 296, after geeking out about the new upcoming Dune Movie, Lucien and Moose discuss Servos, including how they work, what they do, and how to choose the right one for your model.
In Episode 295, Moose and Lucien welcome Tom from Legend Hobby to talk about the shift from VQ Warbirds, the new airplanes they are working on, as well as other cool stuff they carry.
In Episode 294, Moose and Lucien welcome Bobby Watts from Watts Innovations to discuss the new Commercial Drone Products they are designing and building here in the USA.
In Episode 292, Moose and Lucien talk about Electric Power System Basics, go over all the various components in an electric power system, and discuss how to properly size and match all the component parts.
ATTF is Back! In this first new show in over 6 years, Lucien and Moose talk about what has been going on in their lives, discuss COVID's effect on the hobby and talk about motor efficiency and the new brand of BadAss Motors from Innov8tive Designs.
We Are Back after a summer break! This week we talk with Robert Rodriquez, the founder of the Society of Aerial Cinematography (AKA SOAC), for a discussion about the use of Multirotors and helicopters in the the motion picture industry. Also discussed in this show are some cool new multirotor products and upcoming flying events.
We Are Back! This week Daniel is off, so Lucien invited Steve Mills (AKA Vintauri) to join him for a show about the upcoming Watts Over Owatonna Electric Fly-in. Also discussed in this show is a listener E-Mail and some past and upcoming flying events.
This week Lucien and Daniel welcome Albert Tejera, owner of TME to the show as a new host. Also joining us this episode as our special guest we have Erick Royer, Executive Editor at Maplegate Media to talk about Several of their publications including Airsoft Insider, Fly RC, RC Heli Pilot and Multirotor magazines. We also get into a discussion about 3D printing, and some cool printers that are coming out soon.
This week Lucien and Daniel answer several PSC questions sent in by listeners, and talk about some new products being introduced by Horizon at the 2014 Nuremberg Toy Fair. We also also have a listener submission for "Dumbest Thing I Ever Did" from Jonas Kunze in Germany.
This week Chris Madsen (AKA rpmrpm) joins Lucien and Daniel for a discussion of the new line of Multirotor aircraft from Multirotor Systems, a division of DW Foamies. We also discuss what happened at the 2014 AMA Expo in this episode.
This week we catch up with Grampa Tony, talk about dropping tennis balls from quadcopters, how to keep busy during the cold season, and all kinds of other random things.
Our Christmas 2013 show. Lucien and Daniel discuss some new products and make some suggestions for how to spend your Christmas money! We also discuss some new products and answer several Power System Corner questions in this episode.
Interested in stabilization, FPV, and on screen displays? Boy have we got a show for you! Bill Parry from Eagle Tree Systems joins us to discuss his products including the new Vector all-in-one FPV unit. Tune in!
Steve Mills (AKA Vintauri) joins Lucien and Daniel for a discussion of the Foam Casualty 6-axis CNC machine and the 2014 Trans-America Tour. We also discuss some new products and answer several Power System Corner questions in this episode.
This week we talk to Gus & Maha Calderon about their documentary, Civilian Drones - Search and Rescue. The movie describes how effective drones can be in missing persons cases and how the FAA will not allow this technology to be used.
Top 3D pilot and aerial photographer Bobby Watts joins us this week to talk about the latest Gaui helis he's helped to design, the multirotors he flies for video work, and more.
This week Daniel, Lucien, and Grandpa Tony discuss choosing the perfect trainer, and then somehow wander as far off topic as control line combat. Tune in, we're bound to mention something you're interested in!
We've got lots of Power Systems Corner questions this week, including whether to use balance taps instead of a 2nd battery, how to power a SIG Rascal 110 for 95 mile flights, and how to tune a glow engine.
This week Daniel prepares to build an acoustic guitar and Lucien takes us through his intro to power systems lecture. If you're new to electric this is a great place to start.
This week we get deep into speed flying with Gerry and Marcos, covering everything from pitch vs. headspeed to flybarless systems, turnaround maneuvers, and how to get started. Plus lots of talk about the TDR, the Uvular, and the amazing Banshee.
This week Lucien and Daniel tackle a bunch of listener questions as well as motor naming conventions, plus the return of Dumbest Thing You Did This Week and some multirotor updates.
Today's show is all listener questions about power systems for our expert Lucien, including how to power electric retracts, whether to rewind a motor to a different KV, and how to stop a motor from screeching in flight when going from idle to full power. Plus the usual product news and banter.
This week Grandpa Tony joins us as we talk about multirotors, camera gimbals, flybarless units, discus launch gliders, crashing, power systems, new products, and SEFF. And probably some other things I forgot. Tune in!
Did you know that fixed-pitch quadcopters can fly inverted? Turns out they can, if they are equipped with the UltraESC. This week we talk to the designer all the way from Germany to learn about this brand new ESC designed specifically for multirotors.
Ever wondered about the helicopters used for movie production and industrial applications? This week Lucien and Daniel welcome the owner of Airstar International to talk about high-end gasoline and turbine machines, plus we cover some important Mikado news and a Power Systems Corner question.
This week we spend an hour with Rich Hanson, the government affairs officer for the AMA, discussing drones, the FAA, pending regulations, and how they will affect our hobby.
Lucien and Daniel cover all the new products and announcements from the Toledo Show as well as a listener question about series and parallel battery configurations.
Daniel and Lucien cover all the ins and outs of servos, from analog to digital, brushed to coreless to brushless, plastic gear vs. metal, and much more.
This week we cover the WRAM Show, the largest RC trade show in the New York area, and then get Shawn Spiker from Hitec Multiplex USA on to talk about what's new over there. Tune in!
Lucien and Daniel welcome Wil Byers, editor of RC Sport Flyer Magazine, as well as covering new products from Horizon and answering a listener question about FAI categories.
Join us as we talk to filmmaker Tristan Greszko about aerial photography and video. We also cover the latest news from the Nuremberg Toy Fair and listener emails.
What started as a show about nothing turned out to be pretty interesting. We covered new products, full scale aviation, how digital cameras work, vibration isolating quadcopter frames, and tips and tricks for inverted flight for both planes and helis. Tune in!
On this show Raja joins us to answer your questions about helicopters. Why are there different swashplate geometries? How do mechanical mixing and CCPM compare? And everyone's favorite, flybar or flybarless?
This week Vintauri joins Lucien and Daniel as we dive into technical topics about airplanes. Ever wondered what incidence is? How airfoils work? Adverse yaw? Aileron differential? Tune in and find out!
Daniel and Lucien recap the Orlando Heli Blowout, the 2nd largest heli fun-fly in the United States. We discuss the new Blade 550X along with other new products, and spend the second half of the show answering listener questions about power systems and chargers.
This week we celebrate episode 250 with Chris Anderson from DIYDrones and the former editor of Wired magazine. We cover everything including drones, stabilization, geofencing, obstacle avoidance, 3D printing, CNC milling, and more. Tune in, it's a good one!
This week we welcome Dicey from RC Freak Podcast to discuss the SAE Aerodesign Competition. He has led his university team for three years in designing and building a payload carrying RC aircraft to compete with other teams from around the world.
Daniel, Moose, and Lucien welcome Steve Rogers from Castle Creations to talk about their new Talon ESCs and other general Castle topics. Lucien also answers two PSCs.
Moose, Lucien and Daniel welcome Noll Smith from 3D Hobby Shop to talk about the 48 Super Vyper and their current F3A promotion. Lucien also answers a PSC and the guys give some quick updates.
Lucien and Daniel discuss the Maker Faire, including multirotors, 3D printers, and government drones that don't have missiles on them. Also, the return of Maneuver of the Week, this time about takeoffs. We discuss good technique for tricycle gear, tail draggers, multirotors, helicopters, and pusher props.
Part 2 of our general overview of ultra-micro aircraft that have become popular over the past 4-5 years. The crew welcomes Crash Hancock, Tim IFLYOS, and Steve Vintauri to the show to go around the table about our experiences with these ultra-micros.
Part 1 of our general overview of ultra-micro aircraft that have become popular over the past 4-5 years. The crew welcomes Crash Hancock, Tim IFLYOS, and Steve Vintauri to the show to go around the table about our experiences with these ultra-micros.
Daniel, Moose, and Steve welcome Garret from Altitude Hobbies onto the show to discuss his company. Steve also gives a quick rundown of WATTS while Daniel and Moose talk about their week with RC.
Moose, Daniel and Lucien discuss father's day, Nashville, and a Logo kit bash. We also welcome West Michigan Parkflyers designer John van Baren to talk about his new creation, the Mako Sea Plane.
Moose, Daniel, Lucien, and Steve bring you a great introduction to internal combustion. Listen to hear latest news, fun, and Grampa Tony even get a question answered!
Daniel, Moose, and Lucien talk about great weather, Snoopy and the Dogfighter, a few dumb things, and a great PSC. Enjoy this show with no main topic and a lot of fun banter.
Lucien, Daniel and Moose welcome Brian Woolliams to talk about his great YouTube Channel, the Voltron GPS tracker, and SN Hobbies. Moose and Daniel also each talk about great weekends at the field.
Daniel and Moose talk about a bunch of new products, Moose talks about three recent planes he has finished, and finally the hosts talk about figure 8's and inverted flight.
Moose, Lucien, and Daniel Bill Parry from Eagletree Systems to talk a bit about the history of the company and an exclusive new product announcement! We also welcome Altitude Hobbies as a new show sponsor!
In this special feature, Moose and Steve answer Shaun's question about a 2nd plane. He asked us about a few different models and we go through his list and answer the question, "Should I buy it?"
Daniel, Lucien, and Moose come together to bring you over 2 hours of great RC discussion. They go over a few new products, the Orlando Heli Blowout, and mention everything you'd want to know about the batteries we use for electric power systems. Enjoy!
Moose, Lucien, Steve and Tim from the Crashcast get together and discuss all the new toys we've bought along with some great discussion on different kinds of switches and when you should use each. There's some anti-spark talk in there as well.
Daniel, Lucien, and Moose talk to Joey Smith of Team 3DHS and Futaba. King 50, rifle rollers, latency, school work, satellite imagery, high-wings and more. Ohh, Lucien also answers a PSC about multi-rotors.
Moose, Lucien, and Daniel welcome Jason Cole from Hobby Lobby to fill us in on what's new with Pylon Racers, Pilot-1, Alpha models, and getting bit by the quad bug. Lucien also takes care of two PSCs!
Daniel, Moose, and Lucien welcome Steve (Vintauri) onto the show for a little re-introduction episode. Moose shares a 'dumb' story, the hosts go over Cuban 8's, and Lucien answers a PSC question.
Moose and Lucien discuss larger EPO scale planes with Beltpilot in Germany. The group discuss the various manufacturers overseas and how FMS is listening to it's customers. Lucien also answers a PSC submitted by Grampa Tony.
Lucien, Daniel and Moose talk about staying in your box, some large EPO warbirds, new ATTF fliers (no pun intended), and announce the October Giveaway details.
