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Second Aircraft: RIOT!
« 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!
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Re: Second Aircraft: RIOT!
« Reply #1 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.

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Re: Second Aircraft: RIOT!
« Reply #2 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...
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Re: Second Aircraft: RIOT!
« Reply #3 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...
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Re: Second Aircraft: RIOT!
« Reply #4 on: 22/12/2014, 07:42:55 PM »
That's great Jim, well done. I'm sure you'll really enjoy that one.