Flight Talk: E-flite® DRACO 2.0m (4K)
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- Please click "Show More" for links and more information. Filmed in 4K using an iPhone 12 Pro Max so it's best viewed on a larger monitor/screen (and apologies for any focus/sound issues!). See the telemetry in action on the NX8 starting around the 12:05 mark. Flight begins around the 13:25 mark. See the BONUS Flight Talk video here: • BONUS Flight Talk: E-f...
Join us at a dry lake bed just outside of Las Vegas with Jason Merkle to learn about the features, flying characteristics and more of the ultimate bush plane!
The Extra Scale DRACO 2.0m is one of the most detailed and feature-rich E-flite® aircraft to date, and the only officially-licensed model of Mike Patey’s ultimate bush plane. It excels at STOL and scale-like flying - and looks amazing while doing both!
Flown with a Spektrum NX8 8-Channel DSMX Transmitter: www.horizonhobby.com/product/...
Flown with a Spektrum 6S 22.2V 5000mAh 30C Smart LiPo Battery: www.horizonhobby.com/product/...
Spektrum G2 6S 22.2V 5000mAh 30C Smart LiPo Battery: www.horizonhobby.com/product/...
Spektrum 6S 22.2V 7000mAh 30C Smart LiPo Battery: www.horizonhobby.com/product/...
Spektrum G2 6S 22.2V 7000mAh 30C Smart LiPo Battery: www.horizonhobby.com/product/...
Spektrum 6S 22.2V 4000mAh 30C Smart LiPo Battery: www.horizonhobby.com/product/...
Spektrum G2 6S 22.2V 4000mAh 50C Smart LiPo Battery: www.horizonhobby.com/product/...
Spektrum 4S 14.8V 5000mAh 30C Smart LiPo Battery:
www.horizonhobby.com/product/...
More Spektrum Smart Batteries for Aircraft: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q...
Spektrum Smart Charger Lineup: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q...
Spektrum Smart Accessories: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q...
Spektrum Smart ESCs for Aircraft: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q...
THE ULTIMATE BUSH PLANE
By most estimates, planning and building the full-size DRACO should have taken years. Entrepreneur Mike Patey - whose exceptional drive and Back to Work™ ethic have inspired thousands of people - accomplished it in just over five months! Mike started with a Wilga 2000, replacing its Lycoming O-540 piston engine with a Pratt & Whitney PT6A-28 turboprop boasting about twice the power at half the weight. Many additional modifications followed before Mike proudly unveiled his “ultimate bush plane”. It could go to the same places as a Carbon Cub, but also climb twice as fast; reach altitudes up to 28,000 feet; and cruise cross-country at 180 MPH while carrying four people plus gear. Changes from the Wilga were so extensive that the FAA approved Mike’s redesign as an experimental exhibition aircraft. The DRACO 2.0m is equally unique and astounding - and it’s also one of the most highly-engineered, detailed and feature-rich E-flite® aircraft yet!
Are you new to flying RC (Radio Controlled) aircraft? If you are, we recommend learning to fly with one of our purpose-built trainer aircraft such as the HobbZone® Carbon Cub S 2 (www.horizonhobby.cc/CarbonCubS.... Based on the Carbon Cub flown by Mike’s wife, Chandra Patey, it’s equipped with exclusive and innovative SAFE technology that makes it possible for almost anyone to learn to fly successfully! The Ready-To-Fly (RTF) version includes everything needed to fly in one box and is the perfect choice if you're a new RC pilot.
RealFlight® is the #1 RC flight simulator in the world! It's the absolute best tool new RC pilots can use when learning how to fly. It also makes it possible for experienced RC pilots to practice new maneuvers and to hone their skills so they can become even better pilots. See more info here: www.horizonhobby.com/RealFlight
Learn more about, connect with, and follow Mike Patey using these links:
www.horizonhobby.cc/MikePateyW...
www.horizonhobby.cc/MikePateyY...
www.horizonhobby.cc/MikePateyF...
www.horizonhobby.cc/MikePateyI...
www.horizonhobby.cc/GripLockTies
www.horizonhobby.cc/BestTugs
#DRACOAircraft #RCDRACO #EfliteDRACO #MikePatey #BackToWork - Věda a technologie
Please click "Read more" for links and more information. Filmed in 4K using an iPhone 12 Pro Max so it's best viewed on a larger monitor/screen (and apologies for any focus/sound issues!). See the telemetry in action on the NX8 starting around the 12:05 mark. Flight begins around the 13:25 mark. See the BONUS Flight Talk video here: czcams.com/video/9nfmOpx6dgI/video.html
Join us at a dry lake bed just outside of Las Vegas with Jason Merkle to learn about the features, flying characteristics and more of the ultimate bush plane!
The Extra Scale DRACO 2.0m is one of the most detailed and feature-rich E-flite® aircraft to date, and the only officially-licensed model of Mike Patey’s ultimate bush plane. It excels at STOL and scale-like flying - and looks amazing while doing both!
Flown with a Spektrum NX8 8-Channel DSMX Transmitter: www.horizonhobby.com/product/nx8-8-channel-dsmx-transmitter-only/SPMR8200.html
Flown with a Spektrum 6S 22.2V 5000mAh 30C Smart LiPo Battery: www.horizonhobby.com/product/22.2v-5000mah-6s-30c-smart-lipo-battery-ic5/SPMX50006S30.html
Spektrum G2 6S 22.2V 5000mAh 30C Smart LiPo Battery: www.horizonhobby.com/product/22.2v-5000mah-6s-30c-smart-lipo-g2-ic5/SPMX56S30.html
Spektrum 6S 22.2V 7000mAh 30C Smart LiPo Battery: www.horizonhobby.com/product/22.2v-7000mah-6s-30c-smart-lipo-battery-ic5/SPMX70006S30.html
Spektrum G2 6S 22.2V 7000mAh 30C Smart LiPo Battery: www.horizonhobby.com/product/22.2v-7000mah-6s-30c-smart-lipo-g2-ic5/SPMX76S30.html
Spektrum 6S 22.2V 4000mAh 30C Smart LiPo Battery: www.horizonhobby.com/product/22.2v-4000mah-6s-30c-smart-lipo-battery-ic5/SPMX40006S30.html
Spektrum G2 6S 22.2V 4000mAh 50C Smart LiPo Battery: www.horizonhobby.com/product/22.2v-4000mah-6s-50c-smart-lipo-g2-ic5/SPMX46S50.html
Spektrum 4S 14.8V 5000mAh 30C Smart LiPo Battery:
www.horizonhobby.com/product/14.8v-5000mah-4s-30c-smart-lipo-battery-ic5/SPMX50004S30.html
More Spektrum Smart Batteries for Aircraft: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=Spektrum+Smart+Battery+Air&search-button=&lang=default
Spektrum Smart Charger Lineup: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=Spektrum+Smart+Charger&search-button=&lang=default
Spektrum Smart Accessories: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=Smart+Accessories&search-button=&lang=default
Spektrum Smart ESCs for Aircraft: www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=Spektrum+Smart+ESC&search-button=&lang=default
THE ULTIMATE BUSH PLANE
By most estimates, planning and building the full-size DRACO should have taken years. Entrepreneur Mike Patey - whose exceptional drive and Back to Work™ ethic have inspired thousands of people - accomplished it in just over five months! Mike started with a Wilga 2000, replacing its Lycoming O-540 piston engine with a Pratt & Whitney PT6A-28 turboprop boasting about twice the power at half the weight. Many additional modifications followed before Mike proudly unveiled his “ultimate bush plane”. It could go to the same places as a Carbon Cub, but also climb twice as fast; reach altitudes up to 28,000 feet; and cruise cross-country at 180 MPH while carrying four people plus gear. Changes from the Wilga were so extensive that the FAA approved Mike’s redesign as an experimental exhibition aircraft. The DRACO 2.0m is equally unique and astounding - and it’s also one of the most highly-engineered, detailed and feature-rich E-flite® aircraft yet!
Are you new to flying RC (Radio Controlled) aircraft? If you are, we recommend learning to fly with one of our purpose-built trainer aircraft such as the HobbZone® Carbon Cub S 2 (www.horizonhobby.cc/CarbonCubS2RTF). Based on the Carbon Cub flown by Mike’s wife, Chandra Patey, it’s equipped with exclusive and innovative SAFE technology that makes it possible for almost anyone to learn to fly successfully! The Ready-To-Fly (RTF) version includes everything needed to fly in one box and is the perfect choice if you're a new RC pilot.
RealFlight® is the #1 RC flight simulator in the world! It's the absolute best tool new RC pilots can use when learning how to fly. It also makes it possible for experienced RC pilots to practice new maneuvers and to hone their skills so they can become even better pilots. See more info here: www.horizonhobby.com/RealFlight
Learn more about, connect with, and follow Mike Patey using these links:
www.horizonhobby.cc/MikePateyWebSite
www.horizonhobby.cc/MikePateyCZcams
www.horizonhobby.cc/MikePateyFacebook
www.horizonhobby.cc/MikePateyInstagram
www.horizonhobby.cc/GripLockTies
www.horizonhobby.cc/BestTugs
#DRACOAircraft #RCDRACO #EfliteDRACO #MikePatey #BackToWork
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@HorizonHobbyProducts - you weren't wrong in a reply to a previous vid. This vid delivered! Well done. Love how much I can hear the love for Draco in the voice of everyone who is featured in a vid regarding this plane - hats off to the entire team!
Low, slow and sexi. Just the way I love it. Amazing flight and video Jason. I love it. With every video Iam more and more inlove in this bird. Big salute to all RC lovers here from Pilot Robert Slovenia.
Looks so sexy indeed. Hopefully you bros will get one and have it on your channel
@@ruger1420 hey captain robert and capt blaush. they are coming soon, this will be unbelievable , ah?. your unboxing and maiden flight, that's it, ah!!!!
Oh yeheheheheah! For sure!
The perfect G spot!
I salute you Pilot Robert and captain Blaz
Dis is unbelievable truly better than cooked
sausages and beer..oh yeahhahahaha.
Jason was articulate and engaging in his commentary, absolutely Smooth. At times it almost felt like an Apple presentation LOL. That’s a good thing.
It’s a credit to all involved with the development of this remarkable RC aircraft.
Congratulations 🎉
I am so pumped to get mine!!! The countdown is on 👊🏻💥👊🏻
After I get mine of course, shoot maybe I'll fly mine while you are doing a unboxing vid. 🤪. o_c
Finally the coolest plane. Comes to rc. I can't wait for it to get here. BACK TO WORK 💪👷👍👍😎✌👊THANKS MIKE ✌
Wow what a beautiful sunset and perfect backdrop for some DRACO flying!
Timber flying characteristics in a scale package - just what weve been waiting for!
E-flite Draco... a must have... just brilliant!
I picked my Draco up on Friday. Kudos to the team for capturing every minute detail of Draco. I have had the pleasure of seeing it in person at Airventure. The team have really knocked it out of the park. I have been flying for several decades and purchased many E-flite planes and this one is the king! I am dying to fly it at dusk and really enjoy the light show. So glad I was lucky enough to snag one from the first shipment. I can already tell this will be my favourite plane that makes every trip to the field. Lets get back to work ! Thanks Mike Patey and Horizon Hobbies.
"Back to Work!" beautifully done! Nice job guys!
I love y’all’s channel! This plane looks amazing!
Can't wait to get my hands on this, those lights look awesome and can't wait to try out the reversing!!
Is this the 1st flight video on CZcams? Looks so real amazing 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Yes, this is the first "official" and "real time" flight video on CZcams :)
Looks amazing doing those slow flybys. I saw Mike's announcement video the day of pre-order release and couldn't hardly wait to get home and get one on order. Great job! to everyone involved in the development!
Nice flying Jason - Giddy is what comes to mind as I watch you flying this lol. I cannot wait to get mine, and you definitely know how to tease us all while we wait.
Love what you guys do, and the quality of the video is the best on youtube.
Stunning! Most excellent job, sweet!
Nice flying, Jason! Excited to wring mine out, glad to see some real flying footage! You guys did an amazing job.
Jason you nailed it....always a great pilot and speaker...thanks for the fun
Another amazing aircraft from HH!
Can’t wait to have one of my hanger!
It looks so smooth. This is a must have for me. I love scale flying.
OMG this video made me even more excited for mine nice flying Jason!!!
The scale look is just crazy!! Looking forward to these sunset flights🔥
Awesome video! Very informative,detailed and good flying!
Great video!!!!!!!! Can’t wait for mine to arrive........It’s going to be so much fun to fly!!!!!!!!Great job Jason and Horizon!!!!!!!!!!
Can’t wait for my Draco to arrive! Awesome video and great flying once again Jason! 😄🙏🏽🚀
Beautiful plane, great job Horizon
Jason Markle, thanks for that awesome demonstration flight of the Draco, I am learning so much from your Wednesdays edition of the Draco, I am loving it,
Great video Jason! What a plane! The reverse taxi was clutch. Back to work
Ahh yeah this is what I’ve been waiting for🥺😎
It takes a lot to impress me nowadays. And this my friends.. is super impressive! I can see the build quality from a mile away!
What an ideal smooth flight with a great airplane!
Thank you HH for making this rc plane. I can’t wait to get mine. This is such a good plane to have and btw great video. 👍
Beautiful demonstration..very nice plane
Excellent flight 😍✈️👍
I really like what E-Flite is doing with their models these days. Great looking plane Guys 👍
I love that thing, it flies like its on rails!
Nice. Pre order mine the second I got notified. Nice flying maybe in 26 years I’ll be as good a pilot as you.
Great video. Nice to see you back in LV. You sold me a couple of planes at your going away blowout!
Great job Jason! I ordered mine, and after showing a buddy, he ordered one also!
This is my favourite plane you have ever come out with, good job 👍
Nah I think the f18
@@timscholtz2783 DRACO and the F-18 are COMPLETELY different of course! We love them both, but based on the response so far, FAR more people love DRACO FAR more than the F-18 :D
@@HorizonHobbyProducts My favorite model from you so far is the 1.5m P51 Mustang.
G’day Jason. Just great & so well presented.
My favourite has always been the original Timber 1.5 so i am looking forward to my delivery here in Australia.
With the telemetry screens, i imagine you would use most of these on he ground as no way could i fly & check details in flight.... maybe its because i am getting old.
Well done!
Can't wait for mine!
Super flying, she looks so good
Need to come out and fly with you Jason, maybe the next event.
What a gorgeous model :)
Great product and great video! My order is in!!
What a great looking airplane ✈
0nly another month to wait here in Oz- ordered and so excited to get mine
I recon May will be delivery here Neil
Awesome demonstration of great model plane, one of the best made. Love this plane and Mike Patey's incredible aircraft Hmmm. Ned to spend some stimulus cash on this.
Please me, don't tease me! Do I really have to wait till 4/23 for shipping, then wait for FedUp to get around to delivering to me? I CANNOT WAIT!!! I have already ordered my batteries and I have downloaded the manual so I could program my Tx. I AM READY!!!! I'm so glad Draco is an Eflite. You guys are the BEST. Even your packaging is superior. My EC1500 came in with box damage, but the plane was not hurt due to your superior packaging. Thanks for making such superior products that make this hobby, more than a hobby. You help to make it a passion.
Sounds like you're sitting with your Tx in your hands at your local field waiting :-D ... can't wait as well but my Draco has to fly all the way to Germany
More power always gives you confident take offs...Great suggestion!!!
Hey, looking for help here. I realize by asking this I'm probably making it perfectly clear that I'm a noob to radios, so pretend crash and burn. How many channels do I need for the basics + reverse thrust + at least 2 different notches of flaperons for Draco? Do I need extra channels for all the lights as well?
I'm not a circle flyer but a scale Draco is too good to pass up
Pretty close! I hope yours arrives ontime!
It also does a lot more than circles ;)
I'm ready for UMX!
So glad I ordered right away, great flying and demo Jason, Draco Draco, Jeff in LA USA
Gorgeous. Just gorgeous.
Hopefully I'll be able to get my hands on one around mid may in the UK 😍
Enjoyed the video, awaiting delivery.
I got my preorder in the first day right before it went on backorder. Man, I hope I'm in the first batch! 🤞
THATS AMAZING........Im getting one.
Beautiful
Freekin awesome!!!!! 👍
beautiful, just beautiful ; )
Great job folks
I preordered mine through Mike Patey's website on the first day! I just received an NX8 transmitter, two G2 batteries and a G2 charger, I'm ready! 👍😎🛩
What was the price for the whole bundle, I’ve been waiting for a frame to get me back into the hobby
@@stoybenxi7395 This was not a bundle, I ordered everything separately. Unfortunately, many things started breaking on my plane. On the fifth flight a malfunctioning servo crashed the plane.
@@paulkrapp you know what that means
@@paulkrapp break out the RnD table and re-engineer the platform to do silly things
Never get tired of watching this plane fly low and slow...
I purchased it....will be delivered ultimo April :-) YAY!!!
Great video, I have a DX8 radio. Do you know if the Draco works with my radio? I don't want to get a new radio if I don't have to. Thanks,
Yes, your DX8 will definitely work with DRACO! And you'll be able to take advantage of all the available features/functions:
Channel 1 = Throttle
Channel 2 = Aileron
Channel 3 = Elevator
Channel 4 = Rudder
Channel 5 = Light Module/Controller***
Channel 6 = Flaps
Channel 7 = Motor Reversing
Channel 8 = SAFE Select on/off
***If you use a knob, you can rotate it to select between all 7 available light modes. You can also use mixes to achieve various light mode and other function combinations (e.g. motor reversing turns the backup light on).
Got my order in and waiting on that damn slow boat from china! I can't freaking wait!
Mike Patey is a national treasure! An amazing pilot, engineer, artisan and human being!
Got excited for this since it was announced at Oshkosh. Thought I'd wait until after the summer since it's too bloody hot here in Phoenix but...I just couldn't wait! I'll drive up to Prescott and Flagstaff this summer just to fly Draco!
The Monster Truck of STOL planes! Gotta love that!
Great job, Horizon.
Yea. Cub and Timber are great first planes.
IMHO... great first EDF jet is the F16 F16 Tbird and the A10 Warthog. They just fly so well and with safe...you just have to work the landings. The A10 just sticks to the ground after touchdown. The F16 needs high alpha on landing but that's a great technique to learn.
I’m gonna have to get one! I hope there’s a Scrappy, and Draco X in the future.
Is my DX6e compatible for the motor reverse? (i.e. use my 6 channels for thrust, aeleron, rudder, elevator, flaps and reverse?)
It is not. You must have a minimum of a 7-channel transmitter for motor reversing (the reverse function is "hard programmed" to channel 7 in the ESC):
FOR BNF Basic Version Models:
1) DX6e; DX6 Gen 2/Gen 3 setup
Channel 1 = Throttle
Channel 2 = Aileron
Channel 3 = Elevator
Channel 4 = Rudder
Channel 5 = Light Module/Controller*
Channel 6 = Flaps
*You can combine SAFE Select on channel 5 with the light controller. However, the light mode WILL change when you switch between SAFE Select on/off. If you use a 2-position switch (such as A) you’ll get 2 light modes…if you use a 3-position switch (such as B) you’ll get 3 light modes. There are 7 light modes available so you’ll only be able to adjust the channel 5 travel to achieve 2 or 3 of those 7 when using a 2-poition or 3-position switch. You CANNOT use motor reversing with these 6-channel transmitters (the NX6 or another 7+ channel transmitter is required). This is why we recommend upgrading to a 7, or preferably 8+ channel transmitter, for DRACO and other future model releases.
You could also “Y” the light controller and flaps so the light mode changes with flap position in order to have SAFE Select function separately on channel 5, but we won’t officially recommend this. Or, you can combine SAFE Select on channel 6 with the flaps, but we won’t officially recommend this either.
2) NX6; DX7 Gen 2 setup
Channel 1 = Throttle
Channel 2 = Aileron
Channel 3 = Elevator
Channel 4 = Rudder
Channel 5 = Light Module/Controller
Channel 6 = Flaps
Channel 7 = Motor Reversing or SAFE Select on/off**
**You can use channel 7 for turning SAFE Select on/off independently. Or you can use it for motor reversing. You can then combine SAFE Select on channel 5 with the light controller (if you use channel 7 for motor reversing). However, the light mode WILL change when you switch between SAFE Select on/off. If you use a 2-position switch (such as A) you’ll get 2 light modes…if you use a 3-position switch (such as B) you’ll get 3 light modes. There are 7 light modes available so you’ll only be able to adjust the channel 5 travel to achieve 2 or 3 of those 7 when using a 2-poition or 3-position switch.
3) DX8e; DX8 Gen 2; DX9; DX10t; DX18; DX20; NX8; NX10; iX12; iX20 setup
Channel 1 = Throttle
Channel 2 = Aileron
Channel 3 = Elevator
Channel 4 = Rudder
Channel 5 = Light Module/Controller***
Channel 6 = Flaps
Channel 7 = Motor Reversing
Channel 8 = SAFE Select on/off
***If you use a knob, you can rotate it to select between all 7 available light modes. You can also use mixes to achieve various light mode and other function combinations (e.g. motor reversing turns the backup light on).
You picked a perfect evening to demonstrate that beautiful plane! I still crash too much to get something that nice.
FWIW, this one will probably be able to take a beating, with shocks, big tires, scuff skids, and SAFE. As long as you don't plow it in, you're good!
@@citizenblue Still practicing with my Tundra. It's easy to fly but I still manage to crash land! Wind is always a challenge for me with these light foam planes.
@@vencemcadams2927 Agreed. Planes with a Higher wing loading tend to penetrate the wind much better
I have seen videos of this thing backing up. How is that done? Does the motor spin backwards? I doubt that this thing has variable pitch on the prop.
Edit. Never mind.
4k wowwwww soooo amazing wowwwwwwwwww
How will that landing gear fair in a hard landing? My only concern is what will give and be replaceable.. love this plane but I would want to fly it everyday and if it holds up like a turbo timber I'm in.
So beautiful 😍 cannot wait to get mine!! Hurry up, Switzerland's RC community is impatient 🇨🇭
Amazing
What switch do you recommend for reversing??
I'm mainly an RC helicopter guy but this model really has my attention. I like that it works with my 6s 5000 packs
I'm still waiting for the Fire Breathing.... 😕
What percentages Flap to Elevator mixes are you using? Pre-ordered mine a little while ago, can't wait to get it.
Jason used the values listed in the instruction manual: www.horizonhobby.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-horizon-master/default/dw54923bd6/Manuals/EFL12550-Manual-Eng.pdf
This will be a icon in time, and if you don't know the real one, do yourself a favor and see Mike's videos, they are really awesome.
10 months ago: “Why another high wing scale model? You’ve got so many already.”
Now: “I’ve ordered one and am highly anticipating delivery”.👊🏻 Thanks Horizon.
Ok I push the preorder , my DJI FPV is ready.
I can’t wait for the shipping e-mail 😅
Same here
Hi Jason, would you be able to map the wiring diagram for the light controller. Mine got unplugged and I can’t figure out the right port for each wire. Now the lights don’t work properly. I asked HH chat customer service and they said they will get back to me but no one contacted me or sent me anything. I’m hoping HH at least publish this somewhere where customers can find it.
I can't wait to get the E flight Draco I'm going to get mine on October 1st
Hi, Just about the order the Draco and I'm upgrading my radio gear to the NX8 at the same time. Any recommendation re BNF for PNP for the Draco?? Cheers
If you already have a Spektrum transmitter or plan to purchase the NX8 soon, we strongly recommend the BNF Basic version! It's only ~$30 USD more than the PNP version and includes an AR637TA receiver valued at ~$100 that features pre-programmed AS3X and SAFE Select technologies. It's also Smart technology compatible which is what you need to utilize the optional motor/thrust reversing :)
Jason looks like very little Tip Stall. How’s is it? Mine should be here very soon, ordered it right when it was released.
Ordered mine a week ago, when can we expect to see it?
is there a onbox and build video
Horizon Hobby, a quick question. Are the flying characteristics of this plane on the simulator close to real flight? This would be my 2nd plane after a Carbon Cub S2. The Draco is actually very manageable to fly on the simulator. Please advise. I also like the Carbon Z Cessna 150T.
Can you tell me what is the best Spectrum RC for the Draco or is the Spectrum RC DXS good enough ?
Unfortunately the DXS will not work well (because it does not have mixing to support elevator to flap compensation), but the DX6e will work. That said, we strongly recommend an 8-channel transmitter so you can take advantage of all the features/functions DRACO has...the DX8e will work well, but the NX8 is our top recommendation!
I got my Draco today and wanted to set up the reverse. However it did not work...do I need a smart receiver to do the reverse?
Yes...reversing is handled via serial data and requires the use of a Smart receiver (AR630, AR631, AR637T, AR637TA, AR8360T, AR10360T, etc.).
I learned how to fly using second gen Real flight sim, saved a lot of work repairing my plane! =)
I miss flying out there!
Can i overwrite save on gearchannel with Motor reverse? I find it realy unfortunate that the Bnf doesn't have the full capabilities... (Im not native englisch)
The BNF Basic version DRACO does have the full capabilities when using a 7 to 8+ channel transmitter. If you're using a 6-channnel transmitter you can update the ESC to assign motor reversing to channel 5/gear, but you will not be able to control the lights independently then (because the light controller is plugged into channel 5 on the receiver). Without updating the ESC, these are our recommended radio setups:
FOR BNF Basic Version Models:
1) DX6e; DX6 Gen 2/Gen 3 setup
Channel 1 = Throttle
Channel 2 = Aileron
Channel 3 = Elevator
Channel 4 = Rudder
Channel 5 = Light Module/Controller*
Channel 6 = Flaps
*You can combine SAFE Select on channel 5 with the light controller. However, the light mode WILL change when you switch between SAFE Select on/off. If you use a 2-position switch (such as A) you’ll get 2 light modes…if you use a 3-position switch (such as B) you’ll get 3 light modes. There are 7 light modes available so you’ll only be able to adjust the channel 5 travel to achieve 2 or 3 of those 7 when using a 2-poition or 3-position switch. You CANNOT use motor reversing with these 6-channel transmitters (the NX6 or another 7+ channel transmitter is required). This is why we recommend upgrading to a 7, or preferably 8+ channel transmitter, for DRACO and other future model releases.
You could also “Y” the light controller and flaps so the light mode changes with flap position in order to have SAFE Select function separately on channel 5, but we won’t officially recommend this. Or, you can combine SAFE Select on channel 6 with the flaps, but we won’t officially recommend this either.
2) NX6; DX7 Gen 2 setup
Channel 1 = Throttle
Channel 2 = Aileron
Channel 3 = Elevator
Channel 4 = Rudder
Channel 5 = Light Module/Controller
Channel 6 = Flaps
Channel 7 = Motor Reversing or SAFE Select on/off**
**You can use channel 7 for turning SAFE Select on/off independently. Or you can use it for motor reversing. You can then combine SAFE Select on channel 5 with the light controller (if you use channel 7 for motor reversing). However, the light mode WILL change when you switch between SAFE Select on/off. If you use a 2-position switch (such as A) you’ll get 2 light modes…if you use a 3-position switch (such as B) you’ll get 3 light modes. There are 7 light modes available so you’ll only be able to adjust the channel 5 travel to achieve 2 or 3 of those 7 when using a 2-poition or 3-position switch.
3) DX8e; DX8 Gen 2; DX9; DX10t; DX18; DX20; NX8; NX10; iX12; iX20 setup
Channel 1 = Throttle
Channel 2 = Aileron
Channel 3 = Elevator
Channel 4 = Rudder
Channel 5 = Light Module/Controller***
Channel 6 = Flaps
Channel 7 = Motor Reversing
Channel 8 = SAFE Select on/off
***If you use a knob, you can rotate it to select between all 7 available light modes. You can also use mixes to achieve various light mode and other function combinations (e.g. motor reversing turns the backup light on).
@@HorizonHobbyProducts Thanks for the answer, I have a Dx8 and I'm pretty sure I will buy a Draco somewere in the future.
Hi, can anyone tell me the length of the chord of the wings?
Awesome plane! I wish he could of showed us some barrel rolls or if it can fly inverted.
More aerobatics including rolls, snaps, inverted flight, etc., plus rough surface landings, will be shown in the additional Flight Talk videos we release over the next few weeks: Be sure to Subscribe and Turn On Notifications because a new E-flite DRACO related video will be published on this channel every Wednesday at 11:00 AM EDT (UTC−04:00) through April 21st, 2021!
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