Flite Test - Horizon Hobby Flying On Water - FLITE TIP

In this episode of Flite Test Josh and Josh show us how to fly a plane on water! Not only did we bring back the Super Cub, but we also gave it floats!
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[@SkyFireDrone2022]

Nine years later, I still love these vids 🤓

[@FliteTest]

@FuryCA Short grass runways are almost always best. If something is wrong, you tend to figure out before the plane lifts off, or just as it lifts.

[@mrfourtysevenman]

I couldn't afford a Hz cub so I got the floats and designed my own around them. It looks nice

[@SammSheperd]

Justin Anger That turned out pretty good! I like the rounded wingtips!

[@mrfourtysevenman]

+Samm Sheperd (SNRS) thank you

[@imperialstardestroyer712]

@@SammSheperd Rest in peace, you Will be missed

[@Austen0213]

I hand launch this plane all the time, try holding onto the plane while increasing the throttle. Don't throw it until the plane feels like it's trying to leave your hand, then you toss it! Another tip for yah, the wing is fairly easy to move off center, so mark a center point on your fuselage, and wing. That way before your flight it's a quick reference to it being squared up!

[@1993Warbirds]

Thank you for these techniques on water landings. I'm getting the Electrifly PBY Catalina soon and it was good to have some knowledge on what to do.

[@dias_se]

Tip: When flying on water, just as on land sooner or later you are going to flip your plane. Get a cheap RC boat and use that to pusch your flipped aircraft back to shore.

[@flapsnslats]

Yes, easily. Don't begin with the A5. This is also quite versatile, and offers features such as these floats that other beginning planes such as the Stratos don't offer.

[@iloverc]

I just can't wait to see next one coming!!! Keep up the good job!!

[@darkdrewmo]

I think hand launching is easier. Just make sure to full throttle it, and throw it smoothly and sort of fast. As long as the nose is pointed up slightly the plane will climb easily. Keep at it!

[@realtvnow]

Good tips guys:D Looking forward to your flight review on the Icon A5!

[@FlyBoy2376]

Hey, will you guys at flight test Do a review on the Eflite Timber?

[@Dinoxt12]

Bring or have a fishing pole with a treble hook with you...you can cast out and hook your plane and reel it to shore if needed...Bing go!

[@dianadonaldson8366]

hey flite test! You should do a jenga with the water planes by cutting inches off the pontoons! THANKS!

[@fishnfreak04]

Diana Donaldson or holes in the bottom

[@Chris-wp3ew]

Tried an intermediate seaplane as my 1st try.. Bad idea. Lots of crashes and canoe trips to get it back. I'm thinking of the Hobbyzone Carbon Cub S+ 1.3M RC Airplane BL RTF with Safe & GPS as a better 1st flight trainer. We vacation on the calm part of a river so a seaplane is a must. Do you recommend this plane and will the auto land functionality work ok on the water?

[@mobeyond]

INTO THE WIND, watch wind direction, is the top 1 tip, especially on windy day. with crosswind or tail wind, plane can easily got flip-over

[@TheUlitamateStunt]

You see, hand launches are quite triky. It's really easy to stall or go out of controll if you hand launch, even if someone throws it for you. Takeing off from a SHORT grass runway is always best, as long as you get plenty of speed before takeing off.

[@adam5418]

This is why I live my apprentice, amazing beginner with safe system and up can get a float kit just like the super cub

[@meakins355]

Nice 1, keep pumping the vids out!.

[@OzParkPilot]

You guys ROCK !! Not in a near stall " wing rock " way but in a chilly peppers kinda way... just less drugs... or not !

[@FliteTest]

@Rogalik88 We're making videos as fast as we can.

[@92pathse]

Sounds like something about the weight has changed slightly in the BNF version. I have the previous version. I always have some up elevator on takeoff or else very bad things happen. I have found that the best landings are done under power. See my videos for examples.

[@petronics2454]

Oh my goodness! What model is that gorgeous Aeroplane in the background you alluded to, gentlemen?

[@jahnai2541]

Hobbyzone ICON A5

[@MarcoDieter]

Go for it Dave! Its not like most people on you KZbin are actors anyways.

[@TheSamTheBam]

Im really happy to see Josh Scott adding his input, but could you guys do a tip on landing with normal gears. Im getting a Hellcat and im really nervous on the landings, please can you do an episode on landing and how different planes land, gear or no gear? P.S. Great episode keep it up!

[@56deathdog]

at 2:16 it is called getting on plane

[@jasonhurdlow6607]

"On step" is also a valid term, boaters use it all the time.

[@tydb1]

icon a5 in the background can't wait!

[@timber1159]

Been awhile but as I remember the stock rx/esc on the LP would shut off power (over voltage protection) using the 10X8 prop that came with the floats. To avoid this bleed off some battery power before going full throttle at take off with fresh battery. Now HH has the BL version with ailerons so this is pretty dated info. You never know.

[@rooster8039]

Nice stuff guys...

[@FliteTest]

@HDscreenerX OK

[@polarjet1833]

I’m gonna buy one of these cubs with my birthday money

[@theminecrafter8309]

get a Carbon Cub s+, they take the exact same float set and even though they cost a little more, they have GPS, auto land and other great features

[@pieterzwaneveld5196]

How was it?

[@upbeatspace1117]

I'm doing a scratch build and i need to know if this set up would work it's a 1700kv motor with a 12 amp esc and a 900mah battery

[@3100620842]

Moid Afzak setup depends on the propeller, and max amps of the motor. I always give minimum 5A extra on the esc (like using a 25A esc for a motor that draws MAXIMUM 20A). The battery needs to be able to handle the power draw. As long as the esc handles extra amps, and the battery can handle supplying the amps, your setup should work.

[@dezent]

looking forward to the Icon A5!

[@Dinoxt12]

Hey guys good video...did you need to rebalance the CG when you added the floats...?

[@theminecrafter8309]

Can you guys do a reveiw on the Hobbyzone Carbon Cub s+

[@fishnfreak04]

Anyone have a link to these

[@mrgarvarno]

Keep up the good work guys, we always ( my son and i ) look forwrads to your next video. well done and keep em coming

[@garrettspaeth1757]

Great video inspired me to get floats.

[@wceendable]

Plz make a tutorial on how to make the hot foam cutter. U would really help the community of flitetest!

[@MarcoDieter]

At the end what the Josh's mean is you should have access to a boat. You know if you crash in the water!

[@rebeljames]

Great video guys I have a video showing me flying a cub and you can really see it landing on the step like you guys are talking about.

[@marymartus8232]

I have super cub with floats, had throttle all the way up and could not lift off of the water. I was running perfectly straight and there was no wind at all. I did put on the larger prop, and I have had this plane flying numerous times off of land. I don't understand what is going on. Can you help me?

[@jeffcrawford6520]

the plane will "stick" to calm water as you found out. Flying into the wind with a slight ripple in the water is better. Some will even drive in circles to create waves then take off across them in a straight line. This breaks the surface tension. I learned from a real seaplane pilot that they sometimes lift one wing to pull that pontoon up then lift the other wing and youre off flying. a little down elevator just before pulling back can give a little extra bounce to separate the plane from the water.

[@wezpa]

Whhhhyyy did some one dislike this flite tip??? I think it was great :)

[@timothyrichards9611]

your channel is soo professonal its awsome how do you get it so pro looking :P i wish i could make vids like you :D

[@nnewstrom]

did you guys get a new plane there is not a big chunk out of the wing anymore

[@vanislander420]

back when I was a kid we wore "beanies" on the tops of out heads, and used them to keep our heads warm.

[@deanc1620]

Do you turn off the ACT when flying off water?

[@paintballingny]

Hey flite test do you know if these floats wil fit on the stratos?

[@FuryCA]

Hey guys, I bought this plane because i am new to flying. On my first two flights i crashed, and i think it is because we hand launched it. So my question is, is it easier to use a short grass runway or hand launch when learning? -Thanks

[@massacre2231]

Can you provide links for the planes to the store?

[@markusbeachey2774]

full throttle with big prop causing esc to shut down ???help

[@vopvoopone]

The prop is prob too big

[@MrSopuli3]

is this a better beginner plane than The icon a5?

[@Sukhoirc]

@ostidetabarnak David has his own channel (dadde87) and does not live in the US... if its more David you want go to his website.

[@FuryCA]

@flitetest Could you make a flight tip on different styles of takeoffs and landings? Bixler seems really good at them and i was just wondering if you could make a quick video on it! -Thanks

[@PilotRod]

What about the Sport Cub s on floats

[@cheezeball43]

They forgot to add, dont run your battory to low. if motor cuts out in the water from low battory you cant taxi back to you

[@timothyrichards9611]

yay!

[@grippyhonda5554]

i recremend at first start off of a slip and slide or tarp with lots of water

[@lancebrown8964]

The Joshes! Luv u guys! I began with the SC - still have it. And the floats. But its a 3 Ch plane! Was diff transition to 4 Ch! (That debate will be eternal) Everything u say is accurate info for float-flying. I now fly the HK Skipper however. Water taxi with no floats needed - woot! ;-)

[@nickc.8814]

Where is the first Super Cub video? I'd love to see it, as I have a Super Cub, and it sure is Super!

[@elmardus]

Ohh, nice, water landings. I have done that many times before, but I don't have floats... (but it becomes pretty expensive. Most esc's are NOT waterproof XD) I live in the Netherlands, so I have TOOO much water :-(

[@winsor68]

Drive the boats on to the water and don't dip the bows?

[@darkdrewmo]

Yes turn of ACT, or even unplug it completely. The water reflects the sky, so the ACT will see sky underneath you and crash the plane.

[@nickc.8814]

Just be careful about grass landings, it has a tendency to nose over if you don't use bigger than stock wheels.

[@Rogalik88]

@flitetest What about that scimitar you have shown some day on facebook? Btw, you're doing very professional videos, if you could only make more behind the scenes, i bet there are tons of video you didn't upload and your fans would very appreciate. Hey!

[@teddycoughlin9945]

hey i made really nice skis for my cub, it is really fun!!!!!

[@OwenOrsini]

will it die immedietly if the actually body hits the water

[@ThrillSeekersGuide]

No I have had my apprentice have the floats break off and every thing works fine. Just get it before water gets inside the planes esc

[@psychotic_ghost4347]

can you put these floats also on the super cub s?

[@theminecrafter8309]

yes, you can

[@MrFlyfirst]

@wezpaa Because there was no DECENT video of it actually flying off the water just tiny snippets of crap in between their gibber! At least one complete decent circuit would have been nice.

[@DistructiveRC]

why does the wing start to shake at 1:01? lol

[@FuryCA]

@flitetest Sweet! thanks guys :)

[@emmetwright5495]

What happens if theres no wind?

[@elexoflyer9363]

You can take off in any way you want. But remember, even though there may not be wind where you are, but there most likely will be some wind up higher. :) good luck!

[@BunnyHairedKid]

i used to have that it was soo fun

[@paintballingny]

David does have his own channel but its more of a bts

[@vfrvtec]

the icon i wanna see the icon. nice review bye the way lol.

[@christianmerine4115]

When is you next convention

[@zak99msu]

Where can I get the super cub?

[@cryaesthetic3603]

Well its from horizon hobbys

[@terrylee3839]

Faster! Love you guys! lol

[@madigracecarter6796]

Can you fly off land with that plane?

[@KibblyCheese]

i

[@Whitdawgs]

my first plane was the dhc-2 it was an easy flying plane i thinks it a better option

[@wezpa]

@MrFlyfirst I think its fun to watch :)

[@whenuraquar]

Nice new intro!

[@jogvan1012]

+SPCMiddletown2003 Video from 2011.. thats the old intro ;)

[@whenuraquar]

+Flores FPV XD Well I knew that by now!

[@argohio]

Icon! Woot!

[@RCllamadude]

@dezent DEFINITELY!!!!!

[@jonahloughren9067]

I've skipped a rock 32 times 😁

[@davidsoom6383]

I've skipped school more than that!

[@modelrc9500]

Jonah Loughren how’d you count the skips?

[@colbymctaggart2414]

Nice

[@excellenceinanimation960]

Who is here in 2023?

[@lawrencebroad6673]

The Icon A5 is way better than that plane, i have taken the icon off 1 ft waves and it will never nose dive, and its so stable and great for the go pro, so stable. Also i love to surf waves on the beach with it!!!

[@AnglerDanNE]

It's in a different class your statement is pointless.

[@slacinace]

The A5 is a 4 channel plane, good if you are a little experienced, but not something to start on. While the A5 is pretty good, beginners should use this (Super Cub) for beginning tidal take offs or landings. Plus, the A5 is in a different category (4 channel) while Super Cub is beginner 3 channel

[@AnglerDanNE]

Slacin' Ace But I'm an advanced pilot.

[@slacinace]

I was talking to the poster of this comment, and being an advanced pilot has no profit on this discussion because I was talking about how they are not 2 that you should compare

[@flapsnslats]

24 Skips.

[@dezent]

Bring Jim Booker!

[@adam5418]

*love

[@christianmerine4115]

Because I have a bomber plane that actually works with 11 kills

[@numex106]

where's the battery vid lol

[@jozefthesidemenfan]

Flite Test I like planes

[@TheDarkKnight350]

#floattest

[@bassman4941]

The world record is 60 not 17

[@single_man_in_a_bongo]

yes the act dose not work at all it is terrible all it dose i cut the motor

[@Smagustus]

I’m 1 k

[@delta7743]

"flight tip"

[@mj-zl7gx]

hhhuuuuh