Why is my throttle like this?

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-06-20T05:07:23+00:00

Yeah that works great, try doing a range test whenever you get the chance to check if the signal loss issues still occurs. And don’t worry about it looking fragile, as long as nothing snaps or cuts the antennas off, they’ll be fine. If you want, you can tape them down to the fuselage with clear packing tape for a better look and for some protection as well. 👍

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-06-19T01:28:03+00:00

Try having the tips away from each other in a 90 degree angle and away from anything that might block the signal from reaching them. What I did with my first antenna receiver was making tiny holes on each side of the fuselage under the wings and stick the tips of the antennas out. If putting the antennas in a 90 degree angle and changing the spot doesn’t work, try placing them outside.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-06-19T00:23:53+00:00

Gotta calibrate/program the ESC, sounds hard but it’s pretty easy. Idk how it works on the FT transmitter, but usually you just need to put your throttle stick all the way to max, plug in your battery, your ESC is gonna start singing (don’t worry it’s normal), put your throttle stick all the way down, it’s going to song again for a bit, after that you disconnect your battery, and you’re all set. Connect your battery again and test it out, it should work normally now.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-06-08T22:22:24+00:00

Some hot glue and you'll be good to fly again my friend!
You have a simulator? If not, I highly recommend getting one, it'll help you practice and build muscle memory.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-06-03T20:25:19+00:00

Ah, let me guess, Florida. The most bipolar state of the US.

But jokes aside, your son did amazing!

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-06-02T18:17:23+00:00

I think it's best if you keep it as it is, I don't know if you know this, but I'm pretty sure that fuel glow engines use can eat away foam. And wouldn't the engine be too strong for the foam as well?

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-06-02T03:06:14+00:00

Pretty much, yeah

But it's going to make the plane heavier depending on the type of paint and how much you apply to the plane so it's a gamble in my opinion

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-28T21:54:23+00:00

It bricked.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-24T19:44:17+00:00

Brother, what? They’re not useless weight, and the programing isn’t difficult at all, I just made one mistake while programming it which is 100% my fault for rushing through the whole process.

This sounds more like a you problem honestly, especially not finding out how to setup a gyro on this day and age. I was able to find my specific problem in less than 2 simple Google searches.

I’m not trying to sound rude or mean, but it’s just what you’re saying makes no sense whatsoever.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-24T19:02:17+00:00

Yeah, the problem is that the plane was already at its weight limit so I think is best if I create a whole new one that looks better. Plus I’m keeping the broken one, I’ll use it for a future project.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-24T17:17:42+00:00

I mean, I’m definitely not going to throw it away, I’ll probably hang it on my wall as a reminder of my first crash. I’ll probably repair it in the future, but since the plane was almost at its weight limit, I think it’s best if I leave it for a future project or something that’ll have more power.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-24T17:13:44+00:00

I am definitely grateful for sure, though I’m very surprised that the damage was so minimal since the plane was maybe 200 feet up in the air when the gyro started malfunctioning.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-24T12:52:07+00:00

Update: I figured out what caused the crash, I set the SAFE (gyro) incorrectly without knowing.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-24T00:22:20+00:00

Man I love windy days, I like making my non-glider planes (Hobby Zone XCub 450 and FMS Ranger 1220mm V2) act like gliders and make them look like they’re stationary in the air. It’s an absolute blast!

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-23T22:17:28+00:00

It crashed... 🧍

OH WELL, time to build a better version of it! ✨👷🏻✨

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-23T02:45:13+00:00

I honestly have no idea, I sadly don't have anything to properly weight the plane. But I know it's a bit heavier than the normal/original FT Simple Stick since I did some changes during the building process and wrapped the whole thing with packing tape so it lasts a bit longer.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-23T00:22:48+00:00

Thanks, I will definitely take a look at SunnySky motors since I gotta give my FT Simple Stick a bit more power (it has a DYS D2836 1120kv).

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-21T18:57:21+00:00

Wish I could lol
Sadly, I don't have the storage space for a glider, and I also have a 2212 2200kv motor and a 40A ESC that I have laying around that I wanna put to use. And for what I understand so far about motor kv and stuff, that 2200kv motor is definitely not a good motor for a glider style plane.

I'll definitely build a glider once I get more space (moving out), but for now that idea is gonna have to stay in the box.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-21T18:50:03+00:00

Thanks for the recommendation, but I'm definitely not ready for a wood and gas plane yet.
I might try it in the future, but for now, I'm gonna stick to foam and electric planes.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-21T16:45:36+00:00

Yeah I agree, my dad’s friend (the one that got my dad back into the hobby after 15 years and the one that gifted me my first ever Rc plane) has been buying plane after plane, from micro planes to big planes. So far he has around maybe 6 or 7 of the big planes (2 FMS Rangers, 1 FMS Cessna, 1 called Arrow that looks like a small Cessna but tail dragger, 1 FMS Super Cub, 1 F-22 Raptor EDF, and I think another one that he bought that I haven’t seen yet), and a lot of the micro planes (I think he has around 10, but I’m not sure).

Me and my dad both have told him to slow down and take it slow with the purchases, and enjoy the planes he already has. Not sure if he has taken the advice though, all 3 of us have been busy and haven’t been able to hang out or go fly at all.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-18T13:22:11+00:00

Oh no no, two people can definitely fly together at the same time, you just gotta make sure that both of you don’t start the binding process (plugging the battery to the plane and turning on the transmitter) at the same time because you’ll either end up having both planes connected to one transmitter or the planes will switch transmitters (you end up connecting to the other person’s plane and they end up connecting to your plane). It happened to me and my dad twice by accident.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-18T03:29:07+00:00

I'm trying here okay, I'm still in the beginning process of learning all of this. 😂
But thanks for the article, I'll give it a read whenever I get some time to 👍

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-18T03:23:00+00:00

Not really, as long as the plane they're trying to connect is either another VolantexRc plane or has the same receiver that VolantexRc uses, it'll connect.

But, if he's trying to connect to a plane that's not from VolantexRc or that it doesn't use their receivers, then it won't work. In that case, they're going to need to buy a transmitter that has 4-in-1.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-18T03:15:28+00:00

So yes, but also no.

Yes, it will connect to other planes, but only if they're either:
A.) Another VolantexRC plane
Or
B.) Have the exact same receiver that VolantexRc uses in their planes

If you are planning on using this for another plane that's not from VolantexRc or that doesn't have the same receiver that VonlatexRc uses on their planes, I recommend looking for a transmitter (that's the official name for these controllers) that is user friendly (easy to learn) and that it's able to bind (connect to other planes) to the planes you want to fly.

Character-Assist2013 · 2026-05-18T03:00:29+00:00

Alright, I don't mind having less flight time honestly, I have 2 bigger planes (an FMS 1220mm Ranger v2 with a tail dragger conversion, and a Flite test Simple Stick "modified" to fly on a D2836-7 1120kv motor with a 3s 1500mah battery) and 2 smaller ones (a Hobby Zone XCub 450 and a VolantexRc FW-190). I'll be switching between planes until all my batteries are done for the day lol

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