E-Flite Convergence VTOL Overview | Flite Test

[@HSMiyamoto]

I love the inquisitiveness of Josh. He always wants to test the capabilities of any airplane he flies.

[@smartaIec]

I must say, I have missed episodes like this... just a basic review of a plane with the Josh's. like if you agree.

[@FliteTest]

Thanks for watching Alec! ;)

[@electricflightuk]

I know it's been said before but a great review guys - more of the "old style" ... bless you all

[@RCColorado]

That was my first thought too. Like the good ole days when they reviewed the Taylorcraft 450. One of my all time favorites by far

[@obi-wankenobi9407]

I wish I could agree, I just started watching today. although I do like these reviews

[@typhoon109]

@Eddy Jin YES seriously

[@GBLynden]

That was a pretty good flight review gents! It is really good to see hipster Josh back on the channel. I used to not like him, but I see his role more clearly now and I appreciate it.

[@FliteTest]

Thanks for the feedback GBlynden and for watching! Blessings, S.O.

[@keenanbartlome8153]

As someone who is coming from quads and is terrible at landing on runways the vtol is a dream come true.

[@FliteTest]

;) Hooray for Vtol's!

[@xtonyhenryx3489]

I love how informative your flight review videos are. I learn more from them than any other reviews out there. Keep up the great work, guys!

[@FliteTest]

Thanks so much for the kind words Tony! Blessings friend, S.O.

[@danieldunham6883]

I love the smile on Josh's face when Bix hands him the remote. U guys (and crew) r the best. Hope to make it to FFest east!

[@NathanaelYarger]

Very cool guys, haven't seen much on this, so glad you're covering it!

[@DemersEvan]

wow great video! getting more back to the original flite test style! love the great content.

[@FliteTest]

Thanks for watching Evan! Blessings, S.O.

[@Evan-ef7tk]

Evan power xD

[@shiretook]

I love that big quad easter egg at 0:26 in the background of the video!!! Is that next???!!

[@yamaan93]

i miss your crazy experiment videos, those were the best.

[@mpcscifigroup1]

yamaan93 there is more coming just have to wait for the weather to get better :)

[@derjoh1986]

Classic reviews with the Josh's. Miss vids like this!!!

[@Soulcommander]

Wow love that tri plane thingy!

[@salc9593]

Thanks for posting this video on the Convergence VTOL ... I hope I can pick one up in the near future.

[@FliteTest]

Awesome Sal! It is a fun one ;) S.O.

[@peterroth2129]

Awesome video! The recordings with the drone are just amazing!

[@brandendavis6369]

Awesome video flite test! I've been waiting for weeks!

[@FliteTest]

Thanks for being patient and for WATCHING! ;) S.O.

[@troy9er]

Just hovered mine today in my driveway. Pretty cool plane. Can’t wait to get it out to my airfield.

[@upperechelon3456]

Great video Flite Test. This is one of the best demonstration videos of this platform yet. It is a god concept and Horizon Hobby seems to have pulled off the concept fairly decently. As an avid flyer of both quads and fixed winged Rc platforms here are my thoughts on this product. - From what I have been hearing. The BNF version is restricted to Specktrum type receivers only. - Even the PNP versions do not offer true receiver variability with their FC. They are a lot of Taranis users out there. - The motors seem to draw a huge amount of power [particularly in hover mode] thus resulting in a limited flight time. If they [HH] can come out with improvements that doubled the flight time with making the PNP version truly variable in its FC to receiver compatibility, they will definitely have a winner on their hands.

[@AL-jx8qy]

The view from the drone, following this plane makes me feel like I was watching Top Gun.

[@carterholzer8190]

Hey Josh, what transmitter are you running? do you run that with all your planes?

[@trainroomgary]

Cool demo and flight test.

[@FliteTest]

Thanks Trainroomgary! S.O.

[@gmofree1]

Really great video guys! I wanna see some tinkering and experimentation with it on another video!

[@matthewelyash6538]

I love mine, I have it set up with a Foxeer Arrow, and a 600mw TX. It always turns heads at the field, and a spare set of goggles makes friends fast!! Also Thanks for the Optera review, I now own one and love flying it.

[@scottmiller3733]

Good overview video. I saw this at the local hobby shop and wondered how it performs. Looks like a fun platform.

[@laizalott]

Absolutely love my convergence, but check your servo arms before pushing this thing too hard. I had one snap a few months back while doing a high speed pass. The un-controlled motor flipped up and the whole plane freaked out into a massive air brake...the other servo stripped out when the plane hit the ground upside down, and some foam broke off, but it was otherwise undamaged. I replaced the servos with metal geared versions using circular arms (hoping for extra strength), and it's back to its old tricks. Love this thing so much :)

[@garymagin7261]

Just started watching your vids this winter. I love you guys. you're like jedi for the hobbie

[@rcexpfpv481]

Please flitetest, do a lets fly with this(w/fpv) exploring the surroundings, and more things, even if it is on a vlog!!! I think it would make a very good episode. I know you usually read comments so please reply, and I hope it sounded interesting. :D

[@LagunaNexus]

Started getting into RC a little over a few months back. A lot of the vids I watched where done by FliteTest and further got me wanting a plane of my own. I avoided Jets as they'd be far to fast to start on and avoided drones as they just don't interest me. Down the line I saw this video and about two week back brought my own Convergence BnF PnP. A DX6e Transmitter with an AR610 reciever. And finally a 3000mah 11.1v 3s 10c Multistar Turnigy. This is admittedly my first PnP but I'm having an odd issue with it. The flight mode can changes and I can also pivot the two front props. But my Ailerons and Throttle wont respond. I've downloaded and redownloaded the set up for the Transmitter and things should be fine there. (even checked it against the manual and binding is fine) I got to see the Ailerons move automatically on one of the reconnects so I know they can move. So I'm puzzled as to why nothing seems to be working when it should all be fine. Could it be that the Multistar Turningy 10c is to low? (though I saw a representative say in a video lower c works better in drones and multi rotars?. or perhaps something might just be oddly faulty? I'm at a real lose here so if anyone could help this green horn out I'd appreciate that a lot, cause this thing looks like a blast, past the number of issues it seems to have against it online.

[@LagunaNexus]

Fixed.

[@PatriotPaulUSA]

Flite test is a leader in RC and have helped spawn many into the hobby and I recommend them to everyone. I love the videos but I never understand why they use the fastest herky jerky quad to do the in air coverage videos. The only decent footage is from the tripod camera on the ground. They used to use the tri copters and quads and quads that David and Flitetest designed. They aren't probably quite as fast or fun but a much better video platform for in air coverage to me. Just a suggestion if they ever read this . Keep up the excellent work.

[@xdmtoter6739]

love the camera pod. looks like the intake on an f-16

[@ReiKaiHoneybee]

Nice, will get one for sure

[@RamyRC]

love it

[@AthleticPlaysGOAT]

Same

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[@badroosterrc]

Great video guy's. What a blast to watch andfly.

[@DoofusRacing]

What transmitter are you guys using in this video? I'm looking for a semi-buget transmitter that has more than 6 channels and that one looks great!

[@staplermatze]

one of the best videos. great.

[@you_just]

VTOL is my absolute favorite type of flight, especially wings.

[@DAS-Videos]

That looks like a GREAT aircraft. Can fly from a small yard like a drone and once you are above the trees, switch it into airplane mode.

[@FliteTest]

Thats the jist ;) Thanks for watching! S.O.

[@6figs]

very cool, great job!!!

[@freddyjones3094]

Keep it up I ordered one i can't Waite

[@FliteTest]

Awesome Freddy! You will hopefully love it as much as we do! Blessings, S.O.

[@haroldnations5887]

wow, a new plane that you did NOT crash! it's a miracle!

[@FliteTest]

haha RIGHT! ;) S.O.

[@JohnLeePedimore]

Great review.I hope you do the E-Flite Commander too.

[@cappi10]

Awesome video. Just getting really anoyed by the quadcopter almost bumping into the plane like 5 times...

[@TheGaffanon]

I want that plane that is cool. I will be ordering one once I have the money.

[@yelectric1893]

Good evening FliteTest, I am trying to make an RC plane that has many propellers on it's main wing to enhance effieciency (good flow over and under wing, V-173 concept). I have an RC quadcopter with many propellers, and I am wondering if it is possible to convert the board to allow 3 axis movement and thrust to create a plane with four engines. Thank you for your time,

[@pixelpusher3589]

great idea for fixed wing fpv from the backyard

[@wake984]

When I saw the tower, I thought you went back to Chads. Please do an episode there.

[@Redneck5]

I see your testing out the runcam 3. :) The props on the quad have seen better days though, kept seeing a little jello. ;)

[@omegaarms4287]

i love vtol aircraft i think its nearly my fav after quads

[@AdamPotts]

Flight test has sone dope videos!

[@jackarsenault2216]

First flight with mine transitioning from tri-copter to fixed wing, the tail rotor went to max and the plane nose planted into the ground. Horizon support no help at all. They want me to send the whole plane in at my cost and won't bother helping me troubleshoot locally. I really liked Horizon until now. I'm off their products now due to poor support. Love your channel - always so informative.

[@richglaser4566]

Loved the video. Out of stock. How long before you get the out of stock planes in.

[@TheyTookStrawb]

Bet it's back in stock by now

[@brendonpoling195]

Dope plane!! I want it!

[@pauldraugel7133]

Great video. Everyone has 2200 3s lipos. Thanks for sharing

[@CrackerMcGillicuddy]

Josh and Josh... like the old days!

[@TheBIG_RedHead]

xtreme nice!!! i love Your videos😍😀

[@masterchef3697]

wow haven't seen tho channel on a long time glad I subscribed

[@berberdodo]

great plane! ..but i would like to know where Alex bought that jacket?..very nice! ...great episode guys!..

[@marcoliaro1818]

Please do a review on the Valiant 1.3m. Thanks

[@RcAviation]

Looks very nice :)

[@Soulcommander]

oh yeah and thanks for asking the question if you're new to the Hobby could you fly this. Because that's what I wanted to ask! what would you guys suggest for somebody new to RC planes? I've been flying toy grade quadcopters

[@danieldunham6883]

Soulcommander sport cub S is a very good plane. crashed and fixed dozens of times! $135 is well worth..buy some 200 mil batterys

[@gmofree1]

Personally I think the STOL from eflight is great for begginners. they did an episode on that one a few months back, and had a competition to see who could land it in the shortest space. it has leading edge slats on the wings so it can fly really slow. it also comes with a set of really nice floats. its called the Timberwolf

[@charliespann3967]

Hey Josh, was anything come of Peter's Vtol he made?

[@jasetheace71]

are these in your shop and do you ship to the UK.....i have seen the convergence only once before and want one

[@ulaB]

It's on backorder in their shop, but they will ship to the UK. Shipping is going to be pretty expensive though and you might have to pay extra tax / customs.

[@mihkelreb]

please review the eachine wizard x220 :)

[@4846casper]

Just got the vtol.. haven't flown it on acro mode yet..I don't know if I programmed it right..are the motors supposed to go all the way down in acro mode..mine don't..

[@andrewwilliams5844]

Looking forward to seeing fpv!😜

[@kevinhill5476]

Hi, have just received 3s 3ooo amp 30c turnigy as they say but i did not see they are 10mm wider ! they also weigh in 90g more than the 2200 i run, i will test fly first with batt on top, can i cut out some of the sides of bay to fit them inside or will this weaken the furz to much ?

[@coolguy21420]

I read in the forums about some flipping when going between the modes or when the battery gets low. Did you guy notice any bad tendencies when transitioning? Thanks and great video guys!

[@foodluverchoclateeater4127]

on the e flite covergance is the radio included?

[@BobK-NH]

Just watched this review for the first time because Horizon just announced a mini Convergence for $199 available in September. The mini can be safely flown indoors.

[@Top-Jimmy]

Excellent review guys! - I was going to ask, do you think it would take a larger capacity Battery simply for longer flight times?

[@chrisharrisseacaptainchris]

could you instal larger motors?

[@MoiraOBrien]

What an interesting plane!

[@Bowtie41]

Can a larger batt be installed,especially if upgraded to FPV?Sometimes you guys seem to know more than can be found in manuals or online,lol :-)

[@trolltv3722]

is it possible to fly and trasition this without using a spektrum radio?

[@VunierDJIPhantom3]

If i'm coming from this to an eflite timber, will it be easy to fly the timber? or is it a big learning curve?

[@Anubis9Razgriz]

Is there a rtf version of it

[@mylesspear]

0:26 GIANT mini RACE QUAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@rcfreehold]

Any info on fixing the oscillations it does when going from multi rotor mode to slow forward/hybrid mode? Really sucks and worried it will actually damage the controls or rods/connections

[@Tom-qr6hd]

Hi USA! I'm from Germany and currently in the US :)

[@muntee33]

Wish the rear motor was two smaller motors and housed in pivoting ducts with Extensions on the bottom side and flat exterior faces front and back so when transitioned, they leave a smooth surface top and bottom and direct air out the rear of craft. Hell, the front motors could be similar in design and pivot at the leading edge of the wing with the nozzle expelling it’s air at the trailing edge of the wing. Might have to get me some balsa...

[@sherizaahd]

What about someone who has quad experience but not much flight? Would this be a good plane for that person?

[@modelrc9500]

Aaron Williams not really since you’ll find yourself using the quad mode more than anything else. Get a sport cub s instead, easy to fix and it’s ok if you torpedo bomb into the ground because you’ll only lose $130 instead of $249.99

[@mjohn5881]

Awesome guys. Thanks, I have the convergence and loving it, I have the inspire 1, Immersion Vortex, and a few others. Love FPV I use the Fat Shark Dominator V3 googles Anyway Hi guys from New Zealand. And love your videos Regards Mark

[@josepherickson7618]

love the video

[@FliteTest]

Thanks for watching J - man! S.O.

[@MrOdyssey]

ohhhhh!!!! I saw the giant miniquad!!!

[@damonbfpv]

this reminds me of the harrier jump jet,,what a machine that thing was

[@LCAviator26]

You guys should try the Valiant 1.3m from Horizon.

[@bariga3318]

nice Video

[@seaskimmer]

I like that plane, its great!

[@issa299]

I need to buy this

[@zacharysprunt3398]

How much space do you need to fly this. I have an small afl oval which is big enough for my sport cub but is that big enough for this

[@zacharysprunt3398]

Also I am new to the hobby and I'm trying to learn how to fly. I am practicing with my sport cub but will I be able to fly this in two months

[@VunierDJIPhantom3]

i say a really big sports field, i have this exact plane

[@christophervilliers9479]

Great work well design.

[@LEON_pilot]

What is the maximum flight time?

[@godfreytomlinson2282]

Wow, this this is cool

[@BlueSmokeRC]

Wait till Peter gets his hands on this thing and crams some massive quad motors running 15 3/4s Lipo! Lmao

[@mircoheitmann]

VanDodger lol that's how mr. vtol does 😂

[@joaquinbaldovivillaplana796]

dime como puedo comprar ese parato pa mi en españa gracias tank you

[@ทรรศนะนิ่มเจริญ]

สั่งซื้อ​ convergence​ vtol.ได้ที่ช่องทางไหนครับ

[@jonh8063]

Did anyone else notice the MASSIVE quad on the ground at 0:26?!?! What is that thing?!? The motor diameter is the same as the lens on that dSLR sitting next to it 😲

[@scottmiller3733]

Good eye! They have been teasing that thing for a while, I am looking forward to seeing it fly.

[@FliteTest]

Coming soon friends...We are shooting something this week ;) Tell your friends to be on the lookout ;) Blessings, S.O.

[@deanlangshaw8521]

Can I buy it from flight test

[@desidrone]

kindly do a episode on good sunglasses for flying on a sunny day. i have tried some Ray Ban glasses but they are not produce the best result. sometime it is very difficult to see the plane on a sunny day. kindly suggest some brands name. thank you

[@mikehouse4284]

Love the channel, reviews and builds. Will you fueled turbines on something?

[@DKoppJr]

How many channels do you need for this product?

[@DAS-Videos]

I think 6. It looked like they had two channels to transition, and to put it into sport mode. Then the usual throttle, rudder, aileron, elevator.

[@DKoppJr]

Dasdfjkl I was at work when I seen this, I have the DX7. I will look into getting one that is PNP. Thanks for your input!