E-flite - Habu SS - Unbox, Build, Radio Setup, & Maiden Flights

[@tylersrcflightschool9570]

I just have to say I am forever thankful for this channel. It has saved me many times when I've had questions Just Maiden my vans RV-7 two days ago. Flys amazing I watched your videos prior to set up and set up reverse thrust and I love it. This is my next jet in my hangar to add to the other 28 aircraft i have. Avian ESC is awesome. Your wife is always great with questions. Thank you both

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Tyler! So glad we can be part of your success, even in the little way we help you out!!! We hope you'll keep coming back ;)

[@jamilsabbatt9942]

You guys don’t get enough credit for the great work you do here on this channel. Thank you for another sweet plane. Best channel on KZbin for all skill levels and ages. I love it !

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks so much! We try so hard to bring informative content, but it's hard to do that "in a hurry" LOL ;) We take, very seriously, the opportunity we have to work with these manufacturers, and my poor wife gets dragged into so much hard work to make all this happen. I'm so lucky to have her in my life, and that was before the KZbin stuff! Then she's good with a camera too!???!?! Who would have known?!??! ;)

[@RCPlaneAddict]

Agreed. This guy takes his time to show it all. Keep up the great work Brain

[@kevinwichtman4667]

​@BrianPhillipsRC hey Brian can you tell me what my problem is. I have the NX8, I purchased the night Radian I purchased the Led lite controller. I have everything working right but when I plug my Radian in the motor starts up by itself. You know why it does that...I'm really lost here...lol

[@josephpuzzo1]

I love that fact that Brian used the NX8 and not some crazy high $$ radio that the average guy can't afford. Really makes sense that way everyone can follow along with the planes he builds.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Joseph, but I will eventually disappoint you, LOL...just remember how I USED TO and keep that in mind ;) I used to use the DX18 (which was and still is amazing ;) NX8 is amazing, but wish the step to 10Ch wasn't so steep...we're starting to need more channels already!!!

[@Tharkunify]

I just want to emphasize fixing the elevator. I tried flying my new Habu SS with a 4S 14.8v 4000 mAs and even with full up trim it was still diving. Followed battery placement recommendation as per the manual but it was a bad day of flying. I recommend following what is said in these videos, move the battery a little more aft and fix the elevator. Thanks for posting your vids! Live an learn.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Glad we could help ;) Thanks!

[@joemusto5674]

Brian, I just want to thank you for your fantastic videos. You cover all the pros and cons on these planes and give really relevant recommendations. I had ordered a Viper as my first EDF based on the recommendation of another channel and it was too much for me as a first EDF. I hope to be flying that soon but for right now, the Habu SS sounds like a better starting point so I just ordered one with your link. Keep up the great work!

[@RSchwara1]

I went by the book on the initial setup and maidened it and found your 100% correct on the elevator! It flew just as you said, LONG TAKE off and Hot landing. Also had alot of trim to keep it flying level. Appreciate your recommends!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Rob! Glad you found my thoughts helpful. With this plane, it's actually nice to get the battery way back to help with some elevator authority, if you CAN'T make the elevator mod, like I suggested. It's a fun, fast plane, but still quite easy to fly for an EDF jet.

[@RSchwara1]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Definitely doing the elevator mod, I may just go one hole over first and test it, I did setup reverse thrust on this one with the pilot fatigue per your video, makes total sense to me. Thanks again, looking forward to my 2nd trip to the field with it after making these adjustments! I'm sure it will go great! :)

[@speedteamhpi]

Nice review man . This jet it really fun to fly . I had the chance to fly one two weeks ago at HHEAFI . When i flew it , it had a smart 3200 50c , gear off and was super fast . super stable with plenty of snap too . This will be my new go to jet over my viper . One key point to about the landing gear for new jet pilots , use the STS tires and wheels are larger for softer landings . Keep up the great work B !

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Will do, and thanks!

[@mikeg3281]

folks, education without tuition is impossible. I am paying my tuition by ordering this plane and 6S here. i am one month into this hobby and learned on the 4s T-28 and 4S Conscendo. Marine pilot and now retired Delta airline pilot and i progressed quickly. Thanks for the education with help from the great job from the camera crew

[@stealthwarrior998]

Thx Brian, Enjoy your review flts, however as an Intermediate prop Flyer, this time I paid particular attention to your build & radio programming on the Habu. I’d like to “smoothly” transition into edf’s, so your recommendations for elevator trim & reverse thrust instructions were welcomed. I wasn’t successful in programming “pilot fatigue” on my DX7 (though possibly my error & may yet try again).Still, reverse may at least keep me on the blacktop and/or out of the weeds w/such long runout. Also appreciate the tip for slight pitch up attitude. I ended up tweaking both clevis to get any up deflection on my elevators, n anticipate fabricating a new battery tray allowing for 4 & 6cell placement conducive to CG (those orig straps certainly not placed correctly). Great tips!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Excellent! Glad we could help some, Gary! Good luck

[@thelongestday64]

A key problem is how the rudder and the elevator are connected... one my second landing the rudder connection came a bit loose and I had no rudder response anymore... if you check out the building video of the Habu SS on this channel, you can see that it is difficult to plug the connection in very tight... no real room to push in with your fingers, needs a flat tool to push it into position and get a good connection.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

yes.

[@notoo7]

Had to watch this again as I decided to rebuild and upgrade my Viper 70mm with an Avian 80amp ESC after an unfortunate tip stall incident. The tip of the digital channel proved most helpful 👍

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Nice! Good luck, and don't forget tot add Thrust Reversing!!!

[@notoo7]

Love this plane.. I turned the landing housing into housing for a landing light. Removed the bottom part, drilled a hole for the LED, wired it to the reviever and glued it in place. Haven't tried tried the elevator mod yet, as its not a problem for us.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Good idea! That little cover is so strange...I get the LAS is supposed to go there, but seems a bit counterintuitive on this plane.

[@notoo7]

@@BrianPhillipsRC agreed doesn't need landing assist. Especially if your are familiar with both.

[@shattablaze]

Your review was awesome! Love your energy, constructive feedback and honesty!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thank you so much! This makes my day ;)

[@RickyD1968]

Brian when it comes to airplane reviews you are Awesome !!!!!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Ricky'D!!!

[@spencelloyd]

Brian, I'm a brand new RC pilot and find your videos invaluable--thanks so much for doing them. I have the Habu SS and have been having a lot of trouble landing it w/o bouncing. I"m going to try your elevator retrim before my next flight. One small nit on the video--check the manual again--it *does* give a CG range. Can see it in the video at the top left. :)

[@johncampagna645]

I have learned sooooooo much watching this.My sts has had alot of down pitch on the elevator and now ik what to do tnx 2 u .gonna trim the foam front and back and give it a little more pitch with the cg a little back on the batt.ty so much

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Glad we could help you out! Thanks for being here with us!

[@chrisdejager791]

Thanks for a nother great review you guys... i love your channel...even watched the entire 6 hour of the prev one...🖒 and now we know what was in the boxes by the door..

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

WOW! All 6 hours - You Da Man!!! Thanks Chris!

[@PhilBender612]

Its the CG Brian, get that pack all the way back. I use to the Habu sts with a 4s 3200 and now that I got this with a 6s, the weight difference in the nose is big. I noticed it immediately when taking off. That elevator didn't have the authority it needs. I moved the servo horn connection out 1 hole and keep the pack all the way back.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

yes - 100%

[@charlesherrmann719]

The smoked canopy on a yellow, white, and gray plane looks so good.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Love the colors too ;)

[@MikeSarni]

Brian u are the man…. Didn’t forget about camera crew either she rocks too!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Mike! She is very good!

[@edgaeta2001]

Thank you for all of your dedicated attention to our hobby. I do have one question about the habu 70 mm ss. For normal flying (Non nutty freestyle), are the factory elevator deflection settings sufficient, or should they be increased?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I think the only way to make the elevator NOT an issue would be to run this plane way more tail heavy. If it's more tail heavy, the elevator will be more effective. If you fly at a huge field, it won't be as big an issue as we might experience.

[@edgaeta2001]

@@BrianPhillipsRC thank you

[@AntoinneBarnes]

learning new things this morning! i thought brian was making up new words. But: turbulation- The process of turning a laminar flow into a turbulent flow.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

LOVE IT!!! Proven right... being married, this almost NEVER happens ;) Thanks

[@CBModelworks]

So excited!! Just bought a 1.1 T28 from your link! Amazing pre Black Friday deal. Thanks for all your videos and advice!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Nice! Good for you. Great choice Chris! It's super fun!!!

[@ryanroy30]

I crashed my habu into a light Pole wide open at the very top it fell landed . I didn't think I would be able to fix it. But put it back together and it flies just as good as the 1st time I ever flown it and it was my very 1st plane other than the little China raptor. I picked the habu smart jet over the ranger 1220mm. Is the sport cubs the 1700mm , 4 cubs. The timber X Is a Polaris 1100 mm Them are just a few of my planes I have many many more I just got an NX6 And love it I bought the Bluetooth wireless programming and the simulator 9.5 I have not hooked up yet.

[@ryanroy30]

But now that I'm going to live I'm going to be starting To get them down or out of the Box and try to set them up so I can fly more. But your channel has been great thanks to u and your wife

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Ryan. I too slammed into an object with my FIRST habu (our house - LOL) but your story made me think of my first P-51D Blonde, and I hit a light pole with it, and like you...looked to be DEAD...but she flew again and I flew the heck out of that plane for YEARS!!! These foamies will sometimes fly BETTER with about 1/2 lbs of hot glue on them - LOL ;) We're so glad you're getting some good out of our channel, and we're very glad you're here with us!

[@Dg-zj6jo]

brilliant as always sir brilliant filming too

[@sethgreenberg7725]

I put the Viper power system in mine and it's a beast , my best plane

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Really? That's interesting!

[@EJ-74]

That thing is awesome I love how you show all the good tips like the elevator setup radio etc Very helpful for people getting into the hobby like a ole novice like me lol Nice Flying Brian Great job Camera Crew 🔥👍✌️

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Glad you liked it! Glad you're here with us Erric!

[@traveler7137]

Your excitement is only echoed by my own wow hot dog

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

LOL!!!

[@roderickjamesriddick6255]

Very good Brian and Megan really good tips. From the UK.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Our pleasure! Thanks!

[@Backyard_KLX]

Thank you! This helped big time setting this up!!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You're welcome! Hope we can keep helping you as you advance through the ranks ;)

[@Backyard_KLX]

Thank you! So after my “maiden” with the nx8.. once I turned off SAFE and was just in AS3X mode, I had no elevator response in the air, on the ground everything worked on my pre flight check… any ideas? It could of been the 6s 5000 mah wasn’t in the correct spot, I had it all the way back only using the one strap. It responded fine with Safe on.

[@bcflyer99]

Ordered through this link. I'll be flying mine w/o landing gear. I prefer hand launch.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Nice! Enjoy the hand launch ;)

[@RCDave64]

I'm looking at my Habu STS and wondering if I can swap out the serial receiver and flight controller of the STS platform, for an AR631 like in the SS, since it's the same airframe? Programmed properly of course.

[@Wild_Buggy]

Another awesome video

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks!

[@aragorn318]

I think HH watched your video and made changes to their molding because I just got a brand new Habu STS PNP and I was just about the do the elevator mod but noticed now that there's plenty of room and no foam needed to be cut after moving the control rod to the furthest elevator servo horn hole.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

WOW - that would be amazing! Very glad to hear, and also, I wonder if getting the CG so the plane is a bit more tail heavy would also make the elevator feel more effective, with the same throws...wonder if that's part of it too? Either way, super happy to hear you had good luck with yours!

[@toby1444]

Hi Brian , you are thinking of the carbon cub 2m, the battery connection is stupidly short and you need tiny fingers to push the connections together

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I don't know if that was what I was thinking about, but that one is terribly short!!!

[@williamhoodtn]

I have the Habu STS and I think the wheels are just smaller diameter for the SS from the pictures. On the STS, the plane flies SO much better on 4S, so now with 6S it looks like that is still true (with a great pilot of course). FYI: The manual does have a CG range listed (70-105mm) with 81mm being the starting point. Great flying!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

holy cow 70-105mm!?!??! That's a HUGE range ;)

[@KHeidendal]

mine has 90 to 95mm cg but its not enough. its more like 100 to 110mm. did i something wrong?

[@KHeidendal]

its a sts with 3s

[@davidgerlach1132]

@@BrianPhillipsRC It's also an odd number.

[@bushcrafter6416]

Great stuff, Love the transmitter tutorials, I have a NX8 and all the settings can get confusing.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks! Glad you found some value in it, and glad we could help!!!

[@danfalbo]

Hey Brian, How's the SS fly on 4S batteries? I have a lot of 4S batteries, from 2200 thru 5000mah. I'm guessing the SS on 4s and the STS on 4s would fly and handle the same? Same airframe and wings, right? You also mentioned the SS flies ok on 5000mah 6S. Is it just ok or a good idea?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I think the whole point of this was 6S performance, but to be honest, it's still not a rocket ship anyway, so I wouldn't be super excited about 4S on this platform, personally, but sure it flies okay. STS can do 3S or 4S, yes. 4S is not a huge issue, but I just wouldn't recommend it for those seeking the thrill of a faster jet plane, but rather for those who want to get the SS in stead of the STS...which IS what I recommend.

[@rickbruceroche2038]

When the battery is that far back, can you cross the tiedowns? (Front right to rear left and vice versa.)

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You CAN...but we've been having great luck with shelf-liner trick.

[@rickbruceroche2038]

@@BrianPhillipsRC What brand/type of shelf liner are you using? Never seen that addressed. TIA.

[@gilbertruiz4959]

Thank you so much I have a question will reverse trust work with the nx6

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

YES - you can use the 7th channel (which is not a "full channel"...but it will work).

[@ryanroy30]

Thank u for all your good advice. U always give. And I've got the smart jet and I have a new Wing and fusillage.i got incase I can't fix it if I crashed but now I thought about building 1. What motor and size of the fan should I put in it to build my owner. I would love to have it fly like my yak 130 just so I can fly it I'm scared to death to fly any of my jets And I'm so used to this as well as it being able to coast you. Can not beat it for having a jet

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I'm not good at Sizing Motors....I just cheat and pick another plane with similar specs and see if I can get the parts, WHEN, I need to which is super uncommon.

[@coltonedmonds3152]

My habu ss didn’t come with the labels on the wiring for the receiver, could you send me a picture or make a little video on how to set up the receiver ? I’m new to the hobby and completely lost.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I can't, but here's what you can do. 1) Find MONITOR MODE (Scroll once to the right) so you can see what channels do what. 2) Figure out which side is PORT 1 on the Rx (should be PROGRAM, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, etc....) 3) Now you'll know what goes where, but you'll have to play with the wires, to make sure you get them in the right spot. Use the throttle cut, so you don't get hurt, or damage your plane by flying across the house. then just guess and check - it's not too many cables, so you'll be super surprised how quick it will be. How did all your cables come to be unplugged anyway? Plug them in where they go, and you'll be set! The manual might be helpful in this situation too, but I can't send it here, so follow our link to the plane - bprc.me/Habu - then choose the YELLOW ONE - the Habu SS (Super Sport) and scroll to the Manuals & Support just below the Product Details.

[@57heeler]

So if I'm not using Smart batteries in this plane will I still have thrust reverse option? And will all the telemetry still be there when you scroll across the screen. Can you still utilize auto config to get the goodies set up and running if you're not using a smart battery? Thanks in advance

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You can use ANY battery you want and still have Thrust Reverse.

[@arildjohansen1574]

Hasn't the NX radio finished setup on BNF models? I have heard that it has already finished models into the radio🤔

[@stealthwarrior4870]

Hey Brian, I'm perplexed. I pur'd HH's Habu SS and w/the manual's recommended CG, my plane balances w/a Spektrum Smart 4S-3200mAh, 50C placed far forward in the battery compartment (almost as far as possible), rather than the more rearward location you show(?). You also suggest that you think the CG points should actually be more forward on the wings than recommended, but wouldn't that make having the battery positioned where you have it even more tail heavy? Also just wondering -- I tried a Spektrum smart 6S-5000mAh, 50C, which does need to be as far rearward as possible for CG, but I also had to trim slight foam away on the sides to make it fit at all (and is still tight, height-wise). Wondering how there could be that much variation on foams from mfrs molds or what I'm missing(?). Consider myself an Intermediate rc pilot, but want to transition to jets. Making plane ready while snow is still on the ground! Thx for all your good tips!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Tail heavy will make the plane roll on the pitch access easier (Something ABSOLUTELY necessary on this plane, btw), and also higher AOA on landings to help slow her down. Do it per the manual, and see how she flies. Just do yourself a favor, and give about 1/4 mile for climb out, or you'll be picking up foam for hours. As for what we didn't do, I can't speak to that. I can't even remember what battery we used, so don't want to speak out of turn. Snow - make some LONG skis, if you want to fly on TOP of the snow, or just pull the landing gear and belly land her. She'll need cleaned out after each landing....but you can do it. Good luck Steath Warrior!

[@kevinharrison6713]

I think that land assust is supposed to pop out as u belly land and its backwards looking so it grips ground right???? Just my assessment

[@thomasjagoe3257]

Great videos. These videos are costing me a small fortune. Glad my wife doesn't know exactly what I have spent in the past year. lol

[@note1031]

Brian should I modify the elevator on my Habu STS? I have not maiden it as yet. Please Advised. Sincerely, Bill Burrows

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I didn't do it on my STS...but you COULD.

[@neltrux6816]

Would you say it's better to buy the NX8 and the Habu SS 70mm with a 4s battery rather than buying the RTF version? (I only flew little planes before and im thinking about getting into the hobby)

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

If you're brand new to the hobby, I'd say you're better to get the Habu 50mm, and 3S pack - WAY less cash up front.. Get the NX10 if you THINK you'll be hooked, OR go with the NX7e if there's a question in your mind. The reason I say is that the 4S pack, while not too much more money, is not gonna be your holdup, it's gonna be the price of the Tx. I don't want to tell someone who's NOT yet addicted to get that much tied up in a Tx. NX10 is gonna be a big move for you, but will keep you in WHAT YOU WANT, as you advance. If you remove the most "bottlenecks" and then can say "yes" to as many planes as you want, you'll progress quicker, and more financially efficient. Just my 2 cents - The 50mm Habu is almost the EXACT experience of the 70mm SS - I DO agree, stick with SS 70mm or 50mm rather than the 70mm STS - Trainer, since the STS is gonna get you into more stuff you'll soon enough NOT need. bprc.me/Tx bprc.me/2200mAh_Lipo bprc.me/Habu P.S. If you really want the BIGGER experience, with more "upward mobility" you COULD get the 70mm SS - but it's just more cash tied up, and the 6S jump, while it may be pretty cool, is not in the plane I would put you in. The Habu is an EXCELLENT trainer EDF, but it's REALLY EASY to fly. I want you to "GET" EDF's, and the idiosyncrasies of flying and landing them, BEFORE you get into the Viper 70mm, for example, or the F-16 70mm...one of the more advanced, but still "Easier" EDF Jets that newer pilots gravitate too. More to follow, and way too much in one comment. ;) Keep watching, and asking. We'll try hard to keep up!

[@longcrawler]

Have you done a "Spoileron" serup for Habu ss..??

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I haven't. You can do it, BUT you would need to "Factory Rest" the Rx in order to do it, and possibly update firmware to allow for this feature. Once done, you can then set it up however you want, and AS3X and SAFE WILL work ;)

[@RCPlaneAddict]

Brian, thanks for sharing. She sure is a pretty bird. Crazy that it has thrust reversing. Sweeet

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Loving that feature too! Works great, but why no flaps? Retracts? I want them on a premium plane still. I guess, cost is a huge factor now-a-days, but I'd love to see this plane with the full package.

[@RCPlaneAddict]

@@BrianPhillipsRC well that’s how they roll I suppose. Keep the great content coming brother!

[@Bellairvideo]

Great video Guys. I have just ordered it & will probably have it tomorrow. I will strap my cameras @ various angles to capture the flights. I wonder if you will have a go at installing flaps at some stage BrIan.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Hope you enjoy it! I don't know that I will, but this plane SCREAMS for flaps, even more than the STS, since it had the goofy Flight Controller on it...this one has a standard Rx - better for mod ;)

[@Bellairvideo]

Hi Brian & Megan...please forgive me with this joke as I thought of it every time I saw the bananas on the stand when you were talking about Lipo Batteries... Here it is. A bus conductor in London was rather a nasty character, one day he was on his double decker london bus & being full, a little old lady tried to board the bus & he said there was no room so he kicked her off....she fell to the ground & was run over by a car. Because of this act, he was sentenced to the electric chair. On the day of his demise, they strapped him in the chair & asked if there was any last request. He asked for two bananas. The guard unstrapped his hands & the condemned man then peeled the bananas & crossed them. The Governor thought it strange but then closed the circuit. Nothing happened so they tried again....all the voltage was indeed there. Each time they tried, the prisoner crossed the bananas. The Queen found our that he had survived each time & being that this had never happened before, gave the prisoner a Royal pardon. He was told by the prison governor that he was a free man....but before being released, they asked him was it because of the two bananas that the voltage did not harm him??? The Prisoner replies..."no, I guess i am just a bad conductor" I really do not know why this story came to mind...I can only put it down to the hanging bananas & discussion on Lipo's. Summer flying here, must be getting cooler there. Keep safe & well family!!

[@erinphillips7164]

Brian am I going to have to do all those rear adjustments on the elevator? I ordered said jet and was wondering. I feel nuts that I bought this since I fly more complicated jets but wanted something for fun and not so much of stress flight once in a while.

[@erinphillips7164]

Just wondering

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You don't have to do anything you don't think you need to do, but I'd encourage you to make the adjustment, OR fly a bit more tail heavy to maximize the elevator authority in stead? Great plane, but almost unforgivably simple problem, that should have been solved in China ;)

[@erinphillips7164]

@@BrianPhillipsRC copy. Thanks

[@papapsadventures6119]

LOL...love your vocalizations on the bounce Brian!!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

LOL - Did I blow out your speakers???

[@papapsadventures6119]

@@BrianPhillipsRC LOL

[@gasolinediesel972]

Do you think I should get this version of the habu or the STS version for my first EDF? I have MANY high wing bush planes (carbon Z cub, turbo timber, maule M7 to name a few) and I consider myself to be quite skilled with them and I love to fly them. But when it comes to more advanced stuff (like my ultimate 3D) I get quite nervous and often mess up. I haven't wrecked yet but I have almost MANY times with the ultimate. It being windy all the time where I live doesn't help the ultimate either. I think I could probably fly the STS with my eyes closed but if the SS was within my capabilities, I would buy it instead. What do you think? Should I stick with the trainer until I am more confident with it? Then later down the line buy the SS? Or skip the STS and get the SS? I am mainly concerned about flight characteristics and not speed. I will fly 4s if too fast or just lower my throttle. I fly in rough grass too so if I get the SS, should I buy some STS landing gear? (I know it's ugly but I can't see it while it's flying anyways so I'd rather have the functionality over the looks).

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Get the SS - less likely that you'll outgrow it soon. The hardest part of fling this plane is that it takes some room to land...and this will give you REVERSE THRUST...thus you can shorten the rollout. 4S on the way to 6S give you more bang for your buck - good call on the SS vs the STS (you might be bored right away) Habu bit.ly/38Kilv1

[@gasolinediesel972]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Thanks for the response, will definitely be buying the SS now! I have a DX6 so unfortunately I can't use reverse thrust (at least I don't think I can) but my runway is more than long enough. My dad has flown a 1/4 scale gas biplane here with room to spare.

[@kathrynsnow6073]

Can you advise if thrust reverse is on this habu? Also can you program a dx 9 radio for this?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Did you happen to watch the video?

[@AerospaceMatt]

12:44 Are you thinking of the F-18 80? That lead seemed really short on your video.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

F-16 70mm, F-18 80mm, Viper 70mm - YES :)

[@terencemcbride12]

With sound skills can you transition from an aeroscout to this. Or should one consider the Habu sts or 50mm this will be second aircraft first edf for reference

[@CrocaDucks]

Is the battery bay any bigger? I couldn’t imagine fitting a 5000 6s in the sts!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I think the Rx mount is different.

[@leeshaver2347]

Brian, what do you think about replacing the stock wheels with low bounce wheels? The stock wheels weight 5 grams each and the low bounce weight 25 grams each. Do you think the plane could handle the extra weight with the correct CG? Thanks for the great video reviews.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Weight will not be an issue. Go for it, if you want to make her easier ;)

[@joegroves2517]

Question: my flying has a short and somewhat bumpy and weedy asphalt runway. I've been flying the Turbo Timber and UMX A-10. Would this or the the Viper 70 be a better bet? The bigger Viper with its thrust reverse sounds good but just being big probably makes it a lot harder for a first big EDF? Or would setting up and practicing reverse thrust on my TT Evolution help prepare for reverse thrust on the EDF? Whenever I try the Eagle or Tomcat on Real Flight I end up missing the rudder a lot both for fun maneuvers and lining up my approach. I really like the looks of the Viper but I don't know about landing distance.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

YES. The wheels are better for rougher surfaces, but the best thing you can do is get a weed burner and get that problem resolved ;) kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmrVf4R5mNuZfdU

[@NotsoDDG]

So the maximum flight time you have is about 8 min ? with the battery pack. or is it just to what you set it to?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

EDF's are always going to be very dependent on how you fly...but you can see how long I fly in the video. We have thousands of videos, so I can't recall on this specific one.

[@AntoinneBarnes]

Brian... what's up with the 50c or 30c on batteries? whats is the c-rating on batteries why is it important and how does it effect your flight/ plane??

[@theELiTEboarder]

C rating is the discharge rate of the battery. A higher c rating gives more “punch” as it can discharge faster. It’s hard on batteries if the c rating is not up to par with the current draw of the motor.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Faster discharge rate, for more demanding power systems. Higher value means more expensive, but better at surviving a more powerful flying plane...less likely to puff...less likely to SAG when pulling high loads.

[@sethgreenberg7725]

HI Brian and Megan what is the easiest way to set up thrust reverse on my HABU SS 70?

[@lawrencewilliams1477]

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[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks!

[@lawrencewilliams1477]

@@BrianPhillipsRC YEP PREORDED IN AUSTRALIA STILL WAITING WHAT A DAY IT WILL TO FLY LIKE A SKY ANGEL 😇 LOVE YOUR FLYING SKILLS PRICELESS

[@ojeezrc]

We needed an upgrade foreal 🗣💪💪 but I have the rtf STS version . I wonder if I can stick an 5s ?? But I see that the only thing they change was the kv to 2400kv so if I change the kv for the STS would everything on the DXs transmitter work the same ?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I'm not sure if you can do it, but if you do it, please do share ;)

[@wendellaustria1962]

You'll just need to check the voltage & amp rating on the esc and motor or you might toast it.

[@lennyz853]

Hi Brian, I sent my Christmas list to my son , a turbo timber evolution. The ways things are going now should I go out and buy the planes I want for next year now?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

LOL - Not NEXT year, but for now, get what you want when you think you want it, and if it's in stock, get them ordered ASAP. There are some GREAT things coming, but Christmas is gonna be tough for inventory and stock levels on EVERYTHING.

[@simonschumacher2271]

Do you think its the better choice to take the habu over the viper 70mm it Costs the same and the viper Has Flaps and Retracts and the gear is like the same. WHAT do you think Would be better for 1. Jet

[@olivervaldes4223]

Dont get the viper as first EDF. The f-16 is best if you have a nice runway. It will not stall.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Viper is better, but I LOVE THRUST REVERSE!!!! Viper bit.ly/3eLqcMX

[@charlesherrmann719]

Brian, I watched your video a second time, the radio set up segment, and I have a question. Isn’t setting up SAFE select using the forward programming just taking the long way to the same results as if binding using the bind plug or button? I am relatively new to this hobby, but I have bond up 4 planes on my NX 8 with Safe just fine. I don’t understand the advantages of forward programming, if there is any. Thank you

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

BNF's are all a bit different. Some are bound in SAFE Select, then both sticks down and out, and SAFE Select switch is assigned...but now-a-days, you have to do it with forward programming for some features. Forward Programming is AMAZING when you get into PNF planes.

[@dutchloveRC]

New Habo ; )new upgrades looks nice

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

They are!

[@robertthompson2738]

Do you have a video where you explain thrust reverse? I got lost when you were going back and forth 😆

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thrust reverse is new to everyone, so we're still figuring it out ourselves. I've setup Thrust reverse on several planes. This plane, Carbon Z Cub SS 2.1m Carbon Z Cessna 150T 2.1m Draco 2.0m Turbo Timber Evo 1.5m Hangar 9 P-47D Hangar 9 Ultra Stick Viper 90mm There will be more too, but I can't think of them off the top of my head. Check out these playlists and you can see if something connects better for you.

[@robertthompson2738]

Thank you for what you do! I didn’t know they were on the other videos. I usually just watch you fly unless I buy the plane then I watch the whole set up. Thanks again

[@IndiWoolley]

I never new this thing had reverse thrust lol this thing is awesome!!!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

It does, and it NEEDS it ;) I can slip and land on our driveway, postage stamp runway, without wind, but it's a fun challenge ;)

[@danfalbo]

Brian, what is set up "Pilot Fatigue" ?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

It's where, at a flip of a switch, I get FULL REVERSE THRUST...not just controllable thrust. Helps, since it's totally unnatural to put the right stick UP after landing.

[@danfalbo]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Thanks for that information, I'm going to give that some consideration for my planes that have reverse. So, is that like an extra option, can I still have controllable reverse thrust for slow and easy maneuvering of float planes on water?

[@danfalbo]

Hey Brian, Can the Habu SS canopy / hatch fit properly on the Habu STS ? After much research, and agonizing, I decided the Habu STS was the best choice for me, and I found one at the local Hobby Shop that had the bonus goodies from the first release. Anyway, I have a few 4S batteries for my cargo plane that won't quite fit in the STS with its original canopy, I like sharing batteries as much a possible between my various planes. I can see in the HH photos that the SS canopy is not as deep into the battery compartment. Just wondering if you could try swapping the canopies / battery hatches on your Habus and let me know if they are interchangable? Thanks again for all the videos, fun and very informative.

[@toby1444]

Hi Brian, which is faster or handles better the older 70mm viper or the Habu ss

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Viper. I like the Viper 70mm better, but that's because I can land it without trouble, and we land on a paved runway....not everyone will be doing this. Viper bit.ly/3eLqcMX Habu bit.ly/38Kilv1

[@edwindiaz3686]

Hi Brian, thx for another detailed oriented OCD build video. I’m new to EDF planes and I’m debating on whether to get an F-15 Eagle 64mm or a Habu SS as a trainer. Since you have flown both, what’s your recommendation? I currently fly prop planes so it will not be my first plane. Thank you.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

The Habu Trainer will be a much higher chance of success...but if you've already got a computerized Tx, you might go with the 4S/6S Habu SS! Habu bit.ly/38Kilv1 F15 bit.ly/30RrnlG I think you'll enjoy flying the Habu MORE...either STS or SS...than the F-15, but both choices are more expensive...fyi.

[@edwindiaz3686]

Thank you for taking the time to reply to my question. I’ll follow your recommendation and order the new Habbu, I do have a DX8G2 which I use for my heli’s.

[@ryanroy30]

Hi Brian last year I got the habu sts smart jet. And I hit a light poll the first time I flew. But I fixed it. And order a new wing and fuse for spares and never used it. How hard would it be to make it the sport could I buy the esc, motor, fan, Canopy, and the tail but use the fuse and wing I have new. Or is the fuse different? And iam glad I didn't sell all my planes when I was told I wasn't going to make it. Because iam cancer free now. But my wife just found out she will be needing to have both breast removed so I still may need to sell alot of them. So now iam just trying to take what I have and make them better or take parts ive got extra to make it a little different. Hope all is well with you and your family. I hope to hear back from u. Thanks

[@ryanroy30]

Yeah I messed up and bought a yak 130 and the dynam citation 1100mm jet for my 1st planes. But I wasn't dumb enough to fly them. But now that I have the habu down do you think if I put in a smart receiver or gyro in them. I could fly either the yak-130 or the citation twin EDF jet from dynam its the white 1 like u have. And I still don't have a good smart charger yet. But I bought the f-16 falcon and have a nx6 with a 6s battery for it that iam thinking about selling to get the money for a good charger because I know I will not be ready for the f-16 for a long time. But I loved how it looked when u did the unboxing so I had to get 1. But finding out about my wife now. I'm going to need to start selling some of the 1s I know I ain't going to be ready for. Because she lost her job do to not taking the shot. So she is just getting back to work. So all her appointments have been out of pocket. So if there is anyone reading this if u can please say a prayer for my wife and I to get thru this

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Ryan - so just to be clear here...you aren't dying of cancer, but you wife is having a double mastectomy??!?! I know you don't come here for a reminder of reality, but goodness gracious! You're having a heck of a year!!??!? As for replacing all the parts around the Wings you bought for the Habu STS - YES, you can...the parts are exactly the same (foam parts). I have learned from years of doing this...I almost never order parts for planes. I fix them...but when it's a landing gear or electric, sure...but parts, I always end up fixing it, since I just have zero patience!!! Our family is doing well, and thanks for asking! Now that I THINK I've answered your questions. Go love your wife, and hug her again. If you didn't already know, I lost my mom to breast cancer when she was 33, and I was 10.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Sorry your wife lost her job! Then this lead to her not being insured. Sounds like you might need to get a good lawyer too. Supreme court shut a lot of this mandate insanity down, so should pave the way for some legal precedent. Wonder if you could find a super greedy lawyer to take on your case? You definitely have a LOSS. I hope you and your wife figure out the insurance thing too. Are you gonna do the Obama care??? Or medicaid if you were out of work??? Should be retro-active if you can prove a hardship. Please worry about this first, and then build the plane ;) If you end up financially ruined, you won't be flying too many RC planes.

[@Rockey1169]

Thanks for the help

[@WhereNerdyisCool]

I'm trying to compare between the red STS and this Yellow STS. I've got several months of training in the Turbo Timber Evolution and UMX Turbo Timber previously. Loving it! Working my way to the F-16. Would this one (yellow) be a better trainer? Just stay with the 4S battery until I'm ready to go faster with bigger batteries? Thanks! I bought the Evolution after seeing your video a few months ago!

[@markymark3075]

Thanks!

[@cyclerider18]

Brian, as with the Habu STS, can you set up safe select, AS3X safe and just AS3X on a three position switch? Great video as always by the way. Thank You

[@bodhidude1657]

That’s sick

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

sure is!

[@Kevin-ib4gv]

Hi Brian. Just got my Habu SS and guess what? The LAS cover was installed just like yours. I don't think it was done by mistake as the picture on the back of the box showing the belly of the SS shows the cover installed just like you, and I, found it! I have 2 thoughts as to why they mount it like that. A: Looks like a fake air intake. B: Could help on a grass landing to stop the plane, but I would probably agree it would get ripped off. So what do you think now that we know it wasn't a mistake in building at the factory as that picture was probably of the very first SS produced. Thanks for all the great videos!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I think it's worth taking off and replacing with a WHITE piece of tape ;) LOL ;)

[@danielmcdonald8149]

Can you still fly with 3s and 4s, or does it have to be 6s?

[@stephenyatwa7135]

So if I buy habu rtf I can't use that transmitter it came with to bnf with other models?

[@skunkworks9635]

What do you think the cg should be for level ? Thank you

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

CG is listed in the manual, I don't recall, but we usually do this in the video (the one you're on). If you can't find it, follow our link like you're gonna buy one, then scroll down to the MANUALs link. This will help you find the CG listed in the manual. This plane, and the STS both suffered from being quite NOSE heavy as per the instructions, if you ask me...so I ended up modifying the elevator linkages, to help get better throw from the dual elevators. It was easy, but you could just push your pack back, and keep SAFE on if you're in doubt if she'll fly. Whatever gets the CG spot on, then slide back your battery 1/2 inch per test, until the elevator is livened up enough for good control, then just make another mark by the factory dots. Hope this answered your question, and sorry...we have so many planes, and so many videos (thousands of them), it would be very difficult to remember all these details. Thanks for understanding.

[@skunkworks9635]

@@BrianPhillipsRC thanks . But Manuel was way off . That’s why you moved the battery way back , correct? Stock way to nose heavy . So I thought you had new measurements. My bad thanks

[@snoriverrc3842]

Okay Brian, I've tried following along on setting up Pilot Fatigue on two different videos, and it just gets too convoluted, side tracked, distracted, do, redo, redo again, etc and I end up giving up. Would it be possible for you to make a video of doing it step by step by step start to finish? Or please, you or someone point me to a video that explains it. I havent seen Spektrum do it yet. They just cover reversing, which I've got all set up on a few planes. Also one of the biggest problems I have when trying to follow you is I get the checkerboard on the 0 1 2 portion, and then you cant enter any settings for that switch position, they are all ___ ___ ___ Anyway I really appreciate teaching us how to configure the NX for all this stuff. Its such a capable transmitter, but its like learning a new Windows operating system without the manual (or the attention span to read a manual)

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

YEAH, the CHECKERBOARD makes it confusing to tell what state will be representative by DARK vs LIGHT - I agree ;) DARK is where the Mix or Switch configuration WILL BE ACTIVE. Okay, I need you to watch THIS part (time stamped link) kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6esnXiGe7l_fMk Click the link, and then just pause your video right when it starts, and this is the PILOT FATIGUE SETTING. It's only one "MIX", and then you're done. This assumes you've already got REVERSING TURNED ON, all you're doing is making a SWITCH TO THROTTLE assignment. See, you're doing the MIX on the G switch, and you SIMULTANEOUSLY control the channel you assigned for THRUST REVERSE to that SAME switch G.

[@snoriverrc3842]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Wow, I dont even know what I did differently that I hadnt tried 20x last night. But this time the checkerboarding never happened, I was able to replicate your steps, and it worked first try. I did a full re-power and it still works, so I am all good. Thanks. I love the NX8, and between you and BD Tennesee's tutorials I feel like I am getting a handle on its capabilities.

[@snoriverrc3842]

You know I had the exact same problem today with a TTEvo, and as soon as I changed the palette to Orange, instead of only having the white and checkerboard on the switch position settings I got three options white checkerboard and black. This was also the only thing I had changed on the Habu when you helped me, because I wanted to exactly duplicate your screen. I dont know if thats a bug or a feature or I'm losing my mind...

[@Backyard_KLX]

Think you can do a video on how to set up the ailerons as flaps with this jet?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Flapperons are pretty easy to setup. If you want to see how to do it, just follow along on the Slow Ultra Stick, we just did it the other week. Should be a very similar setup, but keep in mind, thrust reverse is really what you want on the Habu SS ;)

[@Backyard_KLX]

@@BrianPhillipsRC thank you!

[@AndrewV-tm7ys]

Suggestion for anyone with the new Habu. I ran my nose gear straight into an open channel and mixed it with the rudder. I assigned the gear to my knob and it allows me to independently trim the gear from the rudder.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Nice move! I bet you can really get it dialed in doing that!

[@AndrewV-tm7ys]

@@BrianPhillipsRC yes, perfectly. I thought of this from how you mixed auxiliary and throttle for pilot fatigue. You deserve the credit. I just wanted to pass on something useful.

[@BB-tq6ro]

Man, how do you store all your planes or do you just sale them after review? Sorry to intrude but I’m so curious.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

We have hundreds in the basement...many hung up and a lot on the floor. We do occasionally sell a couple here and there, but it's not really part of our plan to sell them....I want to hoard them because I love planes!!! LOL

[@BB-tq6ro]

Hey thanks for the reply. That’s crazy. Have you done or considered doing a tour?

[@admitmohan]

Which is more fun ? This Habu on 6s or the small 50mm on 3s ?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

They're both fun in their own right, but less cash outlay for the 50mm, and similar fun level, FYI. Size and power are similar on both...so really which one is easier for you to see? Which one hits your budget? These are the questions that will help guide you to the winner ;) Habu bit.ly/3ci5eWD

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Honestly, if you want an EDF Jet and 70mm is your pick for size, I might suggest going to the Viper, but to all their own. Viper bit.ly/3og8kNE

[@admitmohan]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Thank u for the quick reply , If you notice from my channel , I fly jets from 30mm all way up to 120mm 😜 plus wet jet , I wanted to see if the small 3s one flies like a big 70mm or get tossed around like a UMX jet.

[@neltrux6816]

The servos on my Habu SS are mostly constantly beeping, is that normal? I noticed in your video that your’s are not even giving some beeping noises while resting.

[@mikehunt9993]

Did you find out why that is???? Mine does it too

[@reesevanek5059]

Recently bought this plane, flies great. However paired with my Dx6e the plane randomly goes into a steep climb then returns to normal flight shortly after ? Any idea why this may be happening?

[@davidgerlach1132]

You were momentarily in a jetstream.

[@domscorpi9775]

i try to make it fly, it's a disaster. after 5 flights, impossible to stabilize it, to trim it, I dry up. force you to land in SAFE mode. I need help and advice... used: Spektrum NX8 Mode 2, SMART 4000 mah 6S 50C battery

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Get your battery back further, I bet you'll be AMAZED at how much better it flies. Also, did you try notching out around the rudder to create clearance? I had to, but heard it wasn't an issues any more??? Either way, get your CG back and you'll WAKE UP the elevator and she'll fly better, I bet.

[@domscorpi9775]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Today, the plane crashs.... DEAD. RIP.

[@cookie59275]

Hello Brian Did you have safe on when you hand launched your jet near the end of the video. Thanks for your hard work and your camera crew to, Love your videos.

[@rockkkstar...4194]

Happy Diwali Brian, its the festival of lights in india, well thanks for bringing the awesome videos for us u r doing a good job mate we love u america prouds u my dream is to see u coz I love uuu ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks!

[@theELiTEboarder]

So I was considering the STS 4s Habu because I ultimately really want the E flite 70mm F-16 but I should probably get a trainer first. I’ve flown small 1s prop planes and that’s no problem for me. My question is, is the Habu SS much harder to fly than the Habu STS if the SS is only on 4s? I’d rather spend the extra $50 for 6s compatability and not regret only going with the STS.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

It is FINE. Get the 6S one, and you can just fly her on 4S. GOOD CALL!

[@theELiTEboarder]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Thank you sir! Love the channel

[@davegenet]

Do the SS and STS have the same kv 70mm fan?

[@98-24]

Hey Brian, What ever it's worth that LAS is at a forward looking angle so it can see how close it's getting to the ground. Love your channel, I've learned Sloop much for you 2, Keep up the good work.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I realize what it is, but don't like to cheat any more than I already do ;) LOL ;)

[@tughillrc6327]

I really enjoyed watching this one Brian, I have flown the Habu STS and love the landing gear for Grass Ops. I would upgrade the landing gear if I buy it just for bigger wheels and a higher stance. Great Video enjoyed the flying 👍⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐✔🎬🎥✌🤠🗽✈

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Glad you liked it!

[@sethgreenberg7725]

Can I use A 6s battery on my HABU STS TRAINER?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

No. It's only rated for 4S...sorry!