Building and flying a Giant DIY Corsair!

[@michaellowe3665]

Extremely rare in the wild, the albino Corsair lacks the naval camouflage of its brethren. This is a distinct disadvantage and makes it survival to it current size extraordinary. I feel very fortunate to have seen this.

[@chriscrawford1958]

Special Antarctic camouflage.

[@garyjohnson4575]

Snowbird configuration

[@littleboyblue4475]

You should build a giant SR 71 blackbird , I am very persistent

[@Dizz18]

someone in the flite test fans facebook group already did

[@hondoonaka1823]

Check out the first part of that duck plane thing, my comment is the top one and in the comments of that comment josh bixler says that the SR-71 was officially added to the list.

[@flare1578]

they should race them

[@flare1578]

or a xb 70 Valkyrie

[@algodude8713]

blackbird

[@trentaker69]

The reason why I love that plane is because my grandpa flew a Corsair in the Korean war

[@jb6027]

Your Grandpa had huge brass balls!

[@papa_kernels4816]

Wow that super cool! My great grandpa was on a ship on during korea, I really don't know much about it tho

[@idofivethings6222]

My great grandfather was in the Hms Fiji

[@trentaker69]

@@jb6027 lol thanks

[@trentaker69]

@@papa_kernels4816 noice

[@CarlLeisegang]

10:23 - That is an amazing looking, Bronco John!

[@jif.6821]

My dad was WWII SW Pacific theater veteran, and he would have loved seeing this Corsair fly. Back in 1967 he help me make a 1/48 scale Corsair model, and I still have it. This, and your Zero videos are two of my favorites. I had an uncle who was a pilot in the Imperial Japanese Navy. In fact he and my dad fought on opposite sides in the Philippines at the very same battle Lingayen Gulf. I'm looking forward to seeing the Zero, and the Corsair in a dogfight. Wish my dad and uncle could see it too. Keep up the great work.

[@StefanShift]

0:50, I love the "The King Of Random" hoody! May Grant rest in peace!

[@navyvet9311]

Need to put a sound system in it with the real radial engine sounds. That would be cool.

[@alfiecartwright9655]

Put a real radial engine in

[@danwhite2035]

Looking forward (and saving up some $$$) to when you guys offer these big ones in kit form. Love the Corsair. Totally beautiful plane.

[@jameskilpatrick7790]

I love to see flying toasters, etc. as much as the next guy, but "real" airplanes are what get me most excited. I'm fired up for the new mini Corsair, and this giant one is just wonderful!

[@JonBaldry]

Just been catching up with the FT videos and that Corsair looks stunning. Can't wait to see it painted up. Hearing Noah talk about the presence it had in the air made me wonder, has anyone ever done an AVRO Vulcan yet, especially in a monster size? Whether it be with EDFs or props, I bet that would very definitely have some presence!

[@sportz5740]

I'm sorry, but one of my favorite videos is the Cozy Coup. I don't consider that a failure.... My other is the flying chair. Stefan, you nailed it brother!

[@user-dp1cu2bm4w]

The most beautiful plane ever!

[@JanKowalskiOfficial]

Mustang is better

[@quantonne]

Supermarine spitfire is better looking than the Corsair and mustang

[@KSPUnitedYT]

no

[@user-dp1cu2bm4w]

@Uranium 233 Just look at the corsairs wings and tell me you don’t think those are beatiful

[@RuskiWaffle]

@@user-dp1cu2bm4w mig-25 is hot

[@ryano.8768]

I think a video on the tech channel about this spar style and how to make the removable wing, and also how to cut out similar spars without power tools or laser cutters. It'd be helpful for the community monster projects.

[@joshuamelvin]

Really like that idea. :)

[@ryano.8768]

@@joshuamelvin Do you still have the specs for the thickness and grade of the plywood? Any help would be much appreciated :)

[@hawkfpv4950]

I cant wait for the new mini corsair plans!

[@andrewyockel5223]

I love Josh's shirt but I never expected to see him wearing something like that on camera. Makes me like him even more.

[@Mobius118]

Josh, I LOVE your shirt at the end, it’s AWESOME! Man I love this channel and all the cool things you guys do!

[@arturama8581]

Built and flew several. Have one now. My all time best flying airplane. Fast, slow, always smooth, very forgiving, I really don't understand how some people complain about it's stability. If you get the spar right, they're pretty indestructable.

[@darknut9696]

'Great build, but some are still waiting for a Monster build scale B-17 with FPV turrets

[@JudeSchauer]

YESSS! Actually, that would be pretty dang awesome.

[@a.j.merrifield7558]

That NEEDS to happen!!

[@Snagglepuss1952]

Beautiful Autumn colours on the trees!

[@mr.k1177]

Love the history and the closeup footage of the actual airplane, this is so inspiring.

[@raccoonfoot6699]

Idk y people dislike these guys there sooooooo nice. They are a little dorky but thats what make them cool

[@Snagglepuss1952]

My Grandfather was secounded to the USAF from the RNZAF as an armourer to help with the fitting and debugging of the guns on the Corsair. Cheers from NZ

[@thomasohanlon1060]

So strip down a few Air soft pistols mount them in the correct locations and let slip the dogs of war. Just a thought.

[@itislife6515]

Josh: the best idea ever Noah: my airplanes

[@charlieryckman7869]

they need more dogfights

[@yeesssirr4848]

I love this idea

[@darrellhuneycutt4712]

That looks awesome and scale can’t wait to see it painted

[@charlesroberts527]

Loved that video. I actually just started building the giant scale Top Flite Corsair 22, year old kit in immaculate condition. Putting a RCGF 70cc twin engine in it, and Phoenix models, P 40 Warhawk 30-55cc retracts with tail wheel in it since no one no longer makes retracts for that plane. I hope it all goes well. Keep up the good work, you have something there.

[@timbacchus]

Great that your Son loves this flying as much as you.

[@bartenz4307]

Open up the cowling flaps to take some pressure off of the nose. Great Build and Design. Ever consider drop "tanks" (batteries) for longer flights?

[@JudeSchauer]

Yeah, that would be pretty cool to drop the used batteries by parachutes. Might have to make a special no friction connecter for the battery though so it can slip out easily. This is exactly the kind of cool problem that I'd love to see FliteTest solve.

[@ThatRatInDisguise]

That's pretty snazzy my dudes! Wish I could build stuff like you

[@crook7493]

They finally did a giant RC Corsair, absolute legends

[@DPWingo]

Thank you for reproducing the greatest propeller-driven aircraft in world history. Ya, I love the F4U Corsair. I am 57 and I have dreamed of flying one or in one my entire life. Take the time to read her life history and you too will love her. I told my wife, years ago, that if I ever get the funds I want to build a replica full scale working F4U and learn to fly it. She said ok but she wants a Jaguar. Anyway, thank you. I loved the video.

[@videoviewer2008]

Needs some retracts, pretty sweet

[@peterharley1922]

You didn't mention the folding wing concept in your overview. Love this aircraft though. 👍

[@strat1960s]

Josh, Love the T-shirt!

[@rickharms1]

The spar did not actually break until it twisted onto its’ side.

[@dine9093]

> "if you think about it”

[@NoName-kj2vf]

When in doubt... Flashback to the Cozy Coop.

[@valor36az]

You guys are inspiring, so passionate and professional.

[@jannikorth5750]

Wow, the drone footage looks amazing!

[@ytcine1742]

FliteTest is the GOD of aviation passion ,also Warplanes aviation

[@markmiller9838]

Great video! Loved the pictures of the history and background of the Corsair and the flights with the fall colors were really fun to watch. Great content, great work. Keep 'em coming.

[@MultiThem]

I think a Quad prop will help the sluggishness and give it more of authentic look too. Keep up the great work guys.

[@nymalous3428]

I saw a Corsair do a mock battle with a Zero at the WWII Exposition in Reading Airport (Reading PA). Of course, that was almost twenty years ago. It's still my all time favorite plane.

[@jaydonmccabe9083]

Bro you guys are crazy and awesome 👏 well done

[@Chris-wp3ew]

beautiful video with those fall tree colors

[@dragonwithamonocle]

I would like to formally challenge you guys to make a B-17 Flying Fortress this size or larger!

[@silasmarner7586]

GREAT building techiques, and elegant and fun flying!!!!

[@jeffjankiewicz5100]

I love the Corsair. Beautiful bird. Nice job guys.

[@dollarbill6877]

Yes, that plane was my dream RC model! I started building one. Only having to change my ideas. Started college and had to set that stuff aside. And didn't get back into it since then.

[@MrAlexman37]

It looks so cool! Love that wing shape!

[@sinformant]

I remember when I went to airventure was the first time I saw a corsair in person. When I first saw it, chuck yeager was flying and and doing aerobatics, then he came in and landed and I was blown away at just how big it is!

[@hawkism]

Looks amazing , flies great , glue a whistle to it just behind the prop to make it scream lol

[@mckinleywilson6184]

The prop looks teeny on that model compared to the real thing!!! Beautiful work on a beautiful plane, which happens to be my favorite!

[@naysaykiller928]

Noah looks so much like Josh. I hope I have a father son relationship with my son like these guys one day.

[@felixleveille8441]

I’d LOVE to see a giant edge 540!!! It is my favourite model and it would be fun to see it sized up 👍 keep up the awesome work 👌

[@sakfpv8444]

I built a 73% scale from the original master series corsairs, with a 33" wingspan. The thing is a speed demon and looks gorgeous

[@icecrack4579]

Wow

[@DPWingo]

Where can I see it fly?

[@JudeSchauer]

Just curious - did you use A/F pack?

[@sakfpv8444]

@@JudeSchauer I used a 2306 emax rsII 2450kv motor and ran it on 3s with a light pitch 7" prop, and 4s with a 6" prop. Yes the motor got WARM lol

[@sakfpv8444]

@@DPWingo I have 2 crappy cell phone videos of it flying ony youtube channel, I'm trying to get a free day soon and have my brother chase it with his HD 4" drone. Those 2 older videos I just had my cell phone propped up on a bench and tried my best to fly past it. Horrible, I know, but it shows the speed somewhat

[@bdsurfer13]

These are a few of my favorite things, as well!

[@rondickson1491]

That plane is amazing. Just like Flite Test!

[@aliberk3112]

Looks brilliant, I can't wait for the follow up

[@csg2000]

Hey you guys beat me to flying! I've had a 200% corsair built since the spring that I just haven't had time to finish up.

[@chriscrawford1958]

Did you add any center line structure through the middle like Noah did, or just like the plans? Sure wish they’d share the big plans!

[@csg2000]

@@chriscrawford1958 mine was built off the old master series corsair, so I ended up building a plywood inner fuselage. Looked like my plane swallowed a simple stick.

[@csg2000]

@@chriscrawford1958 the plywood inner fuselage tied the power pod to the first former set.

[@92lesabre]

You already made Cabby from Disney's Planes Fire and Rescue. Now you have made Skipper from Disney's Planes. Now he just needs his paint job, number 7, and Jolly Wrenches squadron insignia.

[@stmoist1granny494]

I love you guys watch you all the time and because of you I created a plane by myself (I’m under 11 years old)

[@drewduncan538]

Yesss! I've been hoping you would make this for a long time!

[@brentheilman8910]

Hey guys great job! Id also really like to know what that lite tunnel thing ia hanging up on your wall in the hallway? Its awesome! And Josh your very blessed to work with your son everyday and enjoy it! 👍😎

[@HaznieModelAviator]

I'm never tyred to see this video.. This is what I'm waiting to see as the corsair lover.. Hope you guys can build bigger than Jurgen Schonle build... Love this build so much 😍😍😍😍😍

[@livingnomadicdreams9438]

How can we get the plans to build one of these? Would also like to see a video build series for this large size.

[@garyjohnson4575]

That was the best flight I've seen at Redbull

[@timallen6035]

Corsairs have always been one of my favorite war birds.

[@curtwhite876]

Yeah, the corsair had a HUGE 3 or 4 blade prop, so let's use this dinky little two-blader... just picking on you guys, what an amazing model, you guys are the best!

[@bartnuckols6615]

Great t-shirt Josh!👍

[@yucannthahvitt]

The Corsair wasn't bent winged because of the prop size, or the Hellcat would have had the same issue since it had nearly the same engine and propeller setup. The gullwing was done to shorten the landing gear.

[@scottdunbar4898]

Love you guys. Thanks for the video.

[@Zankaroo]

Still would love to see you make a P-63 King Cobra with the motor in the middle and shaft driven prop. Also I think a giant H-1 Hercules flying boat would be awesome for next spring/summer when it warms back up. I'm sure you guys could build and get one in the water/air now but I assume you have other projects lined up till the end of this year.

[@therc4784]

I’ve been waiting for this video for so long!😀😀

[@Keon_MkIX]

I thought loving flite test more than I already do was impossible, apparently not

[@ClovisX]

I would like links to exact parts to remake this plan in the video description let me know when you do this PLEASE THANK YOU

[@darrellhuneycutt4712]

I wonder if you guys could try an in the air refuel (with sim fuel /water) rc planes like cabby refueling sea duck or wile flying

[@JudeSchauer]

Yeah, it would be very cool to see you guys work through this.

[@justinpohl8986]

I saw one of these still airworthy planes last summer in austria, at the Wolfgangsee, where it flew in formation with a P-38 Lightning. Went to see it after that at the Salzburg Airport Red Bull Hangar 7. Great plane.

[@MrCripsy]

That’s great! I’d love to see you guys mark out a true to scale aircraft carrier deck and do a full launch, fly and recover “on deck” with arrester gear 👌

[@mrbushi1062]

Ah this makes sense. I'm eagerly awaiting the A6M2 Zero

[@MuhammadDaudkhanTV100]

Awesome project sir

[@brycehertzog237]

i have been waiting to see this my whole life yay for flite test

[@Starman2319]

Guys, please please please revisit the Cozy Coupe. Get that sucker high into the sky this time!!

[@kevochanner8859]

The beam is calculated by second moment of area. This relates to the depth of the beam not the thickness of wood to make it from. This means you can be quite thin but have the bending strength. The only other loading would be the backward bending force when in a dive.

[@LightsCameraandLego]

You guys need to do a huge fpv airsoft battle with your new warbirds!!

[@larryblanks6306]

That was Crazy Good guys

[@magnumminecraft2993]

amazing vid guys you never disapoint

[@jgreenjeans]

When y'all were showing the actual plane flying at airshows, it reminded me that the Corsair used to be my favorite prop engined plane, that is until I saw the Grumman Bearcat at an airshow. Holy Schneikies! That thing was the epitome of poison engined performance! Unfortunately, it came too late to the party and jets were coming into their own.

[@blockcarrier1548]

Awesome to get that much force on the wing spar. Would be wild to see that much force while flying inverted. Part of me wants to see how it holds in the upright orientation, though. Could also look into modular, medium infill 3D printed versions, with a standard center section, and wing behavior-specific wing nubs that attach.

[@kevinfinkel5536]

That void area inside the cowl looks like it would create a lot of unnecessary drag. I would add some vent holes in the back to release that pressure.

[@TheCroninizer]

Great build!

[@wilgarcia1]

Love it when a plane flies like its on rails =D

[@Cmcmillen77]

I wanna see more fpv in the full simulation yall made!

[@stealthycatman5553]

YAY!!! They sat my idea on their community post

[@canadiancowboy7209]

You guys should make a cockpit chair that's similar to a plane with the controls and make it able to control your RC planes.

[@eduardoaugustomalandrin2224]

Awesome! You guys think about make a giant airplane for fly on board? to control with the radio from inside the model airplane?

[@narenpai]

Wow, awesome build!

[@LimitedGunnerGM]

Every time I see the P-38 in the background... I grin from ear to ear.

[@randallrominski3559]

Awesome love the giant carsaier. Could you make or install a four blade prop for the whistling dive? Love your shirt BTW.

[@cinnamonoa]

you lot should team up with a channel that makes custom guns to make little .22 short cannons for one of your aircraft models, i think that'd be really cool to test

[@itsthatguy478]

Greetings from Arizona, USA Great Video ! love Love LOVE it ! More please! I would like to see - air to air - AirSoft with giant VR planes Not just two planes, but four or more - Team Blue vs Team Red

[@jacob_45]

Bro you guys make the bests videos ever I always looking for diy planes with motors in them and you make the best of them all can we see another A 10 video that was the favorite

[@zfdatboi5597]

Can u do a Stuka dive-bomber next?