Andrew, Some years ago I had a Multiplex Easy Star pusher modified with a brushless inrunner. It was a wonderful plane to lazily soar. I once flew it for 75 minutes on a 3S 2200 mAh battery with lots of zero throttle soaring. Admittedly the battery was discharged to only 2.8 volts per cell, but recharged nicely and continued to be serviceable for a number of more years. Your video brought back the wonderful memories of that lovely plane. Joe
@AndrewNewton
2 жыл бұрын
It is a type of plane that makes good memories
@AerialWaviator
2 жыл бұрын
Such a wonderful flight review and demonstration. Everything seemed perfect, including the weather.
@AndrewNewton
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, winter is leaving
@archivist17
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful!
@GroundControlRC
2 жыл бұрын
Such great airframes. Nice flight demonstration. I like those planes that are no drama, so stable, and very forgiving. What fun! See you in the Air!
@AndrewNewton
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, easy flying assured
@The_Pub_
2 жыл бұрын
Best time of day to be on the coast Andrew. I could of just sat back with a couple of cold PA's and watched you and Al cruise around. Cheers.
@nickwake3747
2 жыл бұрын
Had mine for 2 years ,they fly for ever,great in thermals.i have had 45 minutes on a 3s 2200 battery. I have changed the prop to a 3 blade pusher. Sum it up. Great
@npc1130
Жыл бұрын
that's a very graceful plane
@woogieman02
2 жыл бұрын
These are awesome planes...easy to fly and fun for experienced pilots
@EnglishTurbines
2 жыл бұрын
Nice Winter? evening Andrew...lol. I remember my Biixler 2, an awful plane TBH. This one seems okay though... Lovely conditions for the Maiden flight...🤔🤔😀😀👍🇬🇧
@ishigamiyu1991
2 жыл бұрын
what was bad about it?
@EnglishTurbines
2 жыл бұрын
@@ishigamiyu1991 It was a fully loaded FPV plane, GPS, 4 amp lipo etc. Flew like a pregnant duck...Too heavy basically. It could do a 20 km round trip though...😏🇬🇧
@geofkane2365
Жыл бұрын
Lovely flying, filming and commentary.
@AndrewNewton
Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@edsondeliz3655
2 жыл бұрын
Hello friend, nice flight, I also really appreciate this type of plane
@AndrewNewton
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
@chrisginn5073
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, great part of the world 🌎 you live. Heading to KI for some sloping this weekend. 😄
@AndrewNewton
2 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, that sounds like an adventure.
@julianhumphrey4843
2 жыл бұрын
very nice flight, good to see you flying a "proper plane" shame this is so expensive over in UK
@AndrewNewton
2 жыл бұрын
Crazy prices everywhere
@philipajones9910
Жыл бұрын
Keep looking on Banggood i bought mine last year from the UK warehouse £65 freepost ive already got a Bix 3 and a 1.1 but at that price i couldnt leave it there ;0)
@henkvanderbij6448
2 жыл бұрын
Great job!,thx…and Nice toste,What a spot…!
@AndrewNewton
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I am lucky to live here
@typxxilps
2 жыл бұрын
I can remember that I got the Ranger 1600 for 100€ or sometimes below but this one is right know 185€ incl. shipping (shipping alone 25€), which is a lot more. I have not found any ranger 1600 anymore but that has the molded fuselage I prefer over this one with a foam fuselage. Nice spot, nice flight, but too close to my Ranger 1600. The runcam is the more important piece for me cause it looks really nice and seems to be easy to use. thanks
@AndrewNewton
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, prices aren't what they used to be.
@tcz7742
2 жыл бұрын
Tried to order a skysurfer X8 twice from banggood now but neither have shown up.. Just my bad luck I guess cause it looks like a good plane.
@austntexan
Жыл бұрын
If you're in North America, you might try ValueHobby. They carry the XUAV version and it's usually in stock. $50
@CliffHarveyRCPlanes
2 жыл бұрын
I didn't realise you could operate the record button on the Run Cam via your transmitter Andrew 👍
@AndrewNewton
2 жыл бұрын
Still can't Cliff. Record button is on the camera, 5V power only via the rx
@The_Pub_
2 жыл бұрын
RC Thumb Pro 4k apparently you can.. Via a flight controller..
@chrisfrombrisbane
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for another great effort. Several questions please. What is the location, where you are sloping? My second bixler 2 is getting tired and fatigued. When it comes time to replace. With what ? another bix 2 or a skysurfer 8 or 9 or???? Or what. Thanks Chris
@AndrewNewton
2 жыл бұрын
Secret location in SA. Buy which ever is available.
@kjenkin53
2 жыл бұрын
What happened to your Fluoro pink signature wing tips? Lol Really like your new flying site. Jenko
@AndrewNewton
2 жыл бұрын
Had to at least start with the supplied decals, but they will soon come off.
@rodneykemp1009
4 ай бұрын
Love your content! Just getting into hobby now, at 54 yo.How would you rate this against your DIY Simple 3 channel trainer V3?
@AndrewNewton
4 ай бұрын
Thanks, fun times ahead. X8 flies much better but doesn't have the satisfaction of a home made model.
@rodneykemp1009
4 ай бұрын
@@AndrewNewton thx
@joelxavierbrasil5107
2 жыл бұрын
Bom dia Deus te abençoe comandante Andrew,eu tenho um sky surf x8 ele é muito lindo de mais,eu sou iniciante no Rob,eu comprei um (giroscopio A3 v2 estabilizador de voo pra facilitar os meus voo).
@AndrewNewton
2 жыл бұрын
That would be very stable
@roadstar499
11 ай бұрын
I am finally going to finish up my sky surfer kit i started 3 or 4 years ago...i added cf to strengthen tail section...not a big deal but is COG best where the planes servo wire runs on this bird you are flying or a couple mils forward...thanks
@AndrewNewton
11 ай бұрын
About 8mm forward of the wires, but it's so forgiving
@roadstar499
11 ай бұрын
@@AndrewNewton great,thanks
@okezsoke
9 ай бұрын
Thumb cam seems out of stock. Can you recommend any other small lightweight recording device for a glider? FPV is not a requirement.
@AndrewNewton
9 ай бұрын
Runcam 2 4K. Can remove the battery and power it from the BEC
@brianchamberlain9630
2 жыл бұрын
Very nice! What rates did you end up flying with? thanks.
@AndrewNewton
2 жыл бұрын
100% with 30% expo
@brianchamberlain9630
2 жыл бұрын
@@AndrewNewton Thank You! looks like a nice one to FPV...
@makewithmegma
2 жыл бұрын
💕👌👍
@JPnTX
Жыл бұрын
Can the Skysurfer X8 be flown as a 3 channel, no ailerons, for a beginner easier to fly plane? For a beginner would you recommend the Skysurfer X8 or the Volantex Ranger 1600 V757-7? Same on the Volantex Ranger 1600 V757-7. Can you start out with it as a 3 channel? Which one for durability? Thanks in Advance! 😎
@AndrewNewton
Жыл бұрын
Ranger for durability. Not enough dihedral (or curved up wing tip) for 3 channel control. It sort of works in calm slow flight but not ideal for learning.
@jozuavanlangenhove6586
4 ай бұрын
Hi Andrew, which motor&esc have used on this model?
@AndrewNewton
4 ай бұрын
PNP version. Info will be on the product page
@dronefilmsgermany
Ай бұрын
Can I install a DJI o3 air unit on it?
@AndrewNewton
Ай бұрын
Yes if you come up with a heat resistant mount and voltage supply.
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