Explorer
November 2017
Introduction
This plane was built for long range gliding and FPV (First Person View) flying. I get around 20 minutes of flight time with or with out FPV. I also built an FPV swappable nose that is compatible with any plane that uses the explorer core.
Video
Pictures
Picture of FPV Nose!!!
Specifications
Weight Without Battery: 1.08 lbs (493 g)
Center of Gravity: 2.25” (57 mm) from leading edge of wing
Control Surface Throws: 12˚ deflection - Expo 30%
Wingspan: 57 inches (1447 mm)
Recommended Motor: Park 370 – 425, 1000 kv minimum
Recommended Prop: 8 x 4.5 slow fly or 9 x 6 APC prop
Recommended ESC: 20 – 30 amp
Recommended Battery: 2200 mAH 3s minimum
Recommended Servos: (2 – 4) 9 gram servos
Plans
Airplane Parts
x1 - Flite Test Water-Resistant Foam Board By Adams (50 Pack)
x1 - Velcro Tape
x1 - Rubber Bands
x1 - Barbecue Skewers
Electronics
FPV Nose Parts
x1 - RunCam Split 2 HD/FPV Camera with Wifi Module and GoPro Quality Lens
x1 - Samsung 64GB 100MB/s (U3) MicroSD EVO Select Memory Card with Adapter (MB-ME64GA/AM)
Tools
x1 - Pliers