FMS 3000mm Fox Aerobatic Glider PNP - Model AV8R Quick Look/Fun Flight

[@earlpoe7570]

Speaking of rudder, every time I fly my Eflite F15, I laugh because I always find myself inputting rudder......which it doesn't have.

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Lol, me too Earl! Every bank n' yank plane I have I'm moving that rudder that isn't there.

[@jerryhermann7233]

Love love love this glider, but where i fly i think is begger than a clubs field. I got i think 4 football fields + of area. Now i dont know how big a flying field is so its a guess. One tjing for sure is im not ready for one, butit sure would look cool hanging from my cealing!

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

It is an amazing plane...so much fun!

[@IansRCExploits]

Wow what a monster!! And that WHOOSH is worth every cent the thing costs!! Nice flying and filming, a great fun review 😀👍

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks Ian. I'm with you...I could just climb up, dive in and go by all day!

[@sambuvca22]

This thing has all sorts of good sounds. I like the wing wheels. sounds like a ray gun. I maidened mine over the weekend. nice bird

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

It is...really awesome.

[@FlankerTanker]

Hi Adam - for me this one was just TOO BIG !!! I decided to go for the 2.3m Fox which is about as big as I can deal with - apart from everything being MUCH bigger, I think they both pretty much fly just as well as each other - a Friend of mine from the club has one it works well with a dolly, spare parts can be a little difficult to find here in the UK -but is is Imposing and heavy..... Nice video well flown - I love the sound it makes , it has so much POWER...

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Hey Martyn! Yeah man this thing is big, powerful, and loud. I can't imagine why a Yank like me loves it...Lol!

[@BooDevil65]

YOU ARE BAD FOR MY WALLET!! 🤣

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Lol, I'm bad for MY wallet too!

[@meazy451]

The vibrating wheels need a definite upgrade

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

$10 will do it.

[@ryansnyder7444]

With it being so big, how easy is the field disassembly to get it in the car?

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Everything goes together really easy with no tools. I remove the horizontal and wings, just takes a couple of minutes. You can remove the vertical but it fits in my Explorer without me having to do that. If you car is small you'd have to...but again, really easy.

[@ohmyqwad8705]

Is the fox 3000mm worth the extra money compared with the asw-17?

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Ahh, really depends on the perspective. They are equally capable, but the Fox is just so big and impressive. It is a bit smoother as you might expect being as big as it is. I guess it just depends on the budget and how big you want to go. Big is awesome to fly, but a bit more involved when it comes to storage and transport.

[@PatrickVannie]

Hey Adam, nice video on this big girl 🙂 Small question regarding hand launches: do you use Safe for hand launching or do you turn everything off regarding stabilization ? How much % throttle do you use ? I have handlaunched more then 100 times with my sailplanes but have also destroyed 2 planes in launch because they just go straight up and then turnover to put the nose in the ground. Only two reasons that i can think of why this happens: both disaster launches were in Safe mode that made the plane climb too fast and second reason was that in both case there was very little wind to carry the plane.

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks Patrick! We are just a 15% throttle to up elevator mix. It's on a switch, it climbs out of my hands at full throttle, and I flip the switch off and go.

[@GoofballFlyer]

Great review! I have owned one for about a year. Good to see they are back in stock after quite a few months. Getting those latches secure is very important. I actually forgot the wing tube once. Took off and immediately noticed that I had dihedral, and quite a bit. Very gently flew the pattern and landed. No damage, but if the latches had not been secure I think a wing would have separated. A DIY launch is intimidating, but a little setup trick makes it a snap. First, turn on Safe to make sure no rolling at launch. Set up flaps as follows: 1 - flaps up for normal flight. 2 - flaps down 5 degrees and a touch of up elevator. 3 - full flaps and required elevator for approach and landing. As long as you launch into the wind and at full 6s power this gives a flat initial departure that quickly turns into a gentle and stable climb as speed builds. Then it's out of Safe and flaps up. A gentle toss will do it. Speed builds quickly. You are right about rudder. Those ailerons are way out on the wings, thus tons oof adverse yaw. That's what sailplanes do. One I flew would almost not turn at all unless the turn initiated with rudder. I did slip nicely with just ailerons though! Takes up almost no room in my car. I have custom wing bags that I lay on top or stand on edge. FMS hit a home run with this one, and the price makes it a very good value.

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Hey thanks for the launch tips. I agree, a real winner. Just something about a huge airplane. Man you got lucky with no wing tube! Whew!

[@CR5rc]

Another great video Adam. I've got the FMS ASW-17 (2500mm) and really like it, same wing attachment system. Loved the "3-point" attitude landing, land it like a Timber, lol. Looks like it flies great. Great job for a non glider pilot 😉 Keep the videos coming.

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks buddy, yeah not bad for a "power guy". Lol. It is an awesome flyer. Man I just kept flaring and it happened, lol.

[@SlowFlyer85]

Adam I think even i could see that way up there lol, great looking glider awesome flying too glad you got a sunny day to fly great video 😊👍👍👍👍

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Frank this one is hard to miss bro! Lol

[@SlowFlyer85]

😊@@ModelAV8RChannel

[@Retset]

Love it! I realise the Fox is a bit of a jack of all trades, master of none in the gliding world (which is why my Radian pro has a vario and is set up for soaring, my Phase 5e gets hooned and my Solius does a bit of everything) but it looks like an impressive mixture of abilities combined with very impressive scale. Those lovely howling noises ... mmmm ❤ Edit - nearly at the 10K sub mark. You were 1K when I subbed. The hard work is paying off!

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

I thought you might like this one. It is just so impressive. It flies great for sure, and the howl is awesome! Yep, we're getting there! We really appreciate all your support man.

[@Retset]

@@ModelAV8RChannel You are most welcome (& deserving)

[@michaelclinerc3211]

The howl is definitely worth the price of admission. Well flown Adam!

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks Mike! Yes sir, it is!

[@payitfwdrcl6171]

Adam, Huuuuuuge... I've always admired this glider from FMS. I have the 2.5M ASW17 and it has that growl as well. Enjoyed you putting this 3m one through it paces. Hope you doing well.

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Hey brother Brad! Yes sir, Big un! Great flyer, thanks for the kind words as always. Looking forward to seeing you and Jeff at Perry.

[@payitfwdrcl6171]

@@ModelAV8RChannel Oh yeah! Me as well. Looking forward to it.

[@jakesvideos4240]

Been looking at one of these for months, and you may have tipped the scales! I too would want to use a Spektrum vario/safe receiver. What settings did you find best for AS3X or safe, since they don’t have default profiles for a non-Eflite airframe?

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Man it is a great airplane. I stared at it for years too, glad we have one. I didn't activate SAFE, but my AS3X settings are very close to stock... Sensitivity: 1X, Priority: 160 on all axis Roll: 35 Pitch: 50 Yaw: 60

[@jakesvideos4240]

@@ModelAV8RChannelYou rock! Thanks for the tip and for putting out the absolute best RC content of any of the creators!

[@JeffinLowerAlabama]

Adam great review and flying, Heidi amazing video. A guy in Florida had a smaller prop on his 3000mm Fox and took off from the runway, he really put on a nice show with his. Jeff in LA USA

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks Jeff! Hmm...that is an idea.

[@Bellairvideo]

Woweeee Reminds me of my (smaller ASW-17) and even this one, you need to check the locking pins on the wings that they are secure. I can hand launch it myself but still heavy for an old guy...but this one, I don't think so. She sounds so powerful . Love the wind whistle Adam. Beautifully flown. By the way, How come Heidi did not have a launch?🤪

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

You can hand launch it Noel, but Heidi...not sure about that. lol. It is a big impressive glider for sure. I bet she'd do well at the beach...with about 9 cameras...just sayin'

[@Bellairvideo]

🫵🏻🎥📹📸📷📽️💰the Fox could carry it all Adam😮

[@tughillrc6327]

Hi Adam, Great video and review of a great glider. I always enjoy seeing a video that is done on a bright blue-sky day. The sport flying you did was excellent as always. I have the ASW-17 2.5m and enjoy it very much. Enjoyed watching and great Job on the camera.

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks Tug! Yep we had a good WX day finally!

[@jcb6713]

👀👍👍

[@ficosk8]

Hey Adam, fun and interesting video! I´ll wait for part 2 with a low knife edge pass xD I was interested in this plane a couple of months ago but bought a Staufenbiel (Horizon) glasfibers 3,5m second hand and a FlyFly Hobby new kit of a Fox but in glasfibers with styro abachi wings. That was so cheap I couldn´t resist :P I think it´s a cool model for aerobatics. I would like to do some slope soaring as well. Thank you for the entertainment and some cool infos too!

[@ficosk8]

And best regards from southern east Bavaria

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks very much! Wow, 3.5m...that is a big one for sure!

[@ficosk8]

Yes Adam @@ModelAV8RChannel ! I´m looking forward to fly my almost trainer 3,5m glas fiber glider. The cheaper Fly Fly Hobby (there are a lot of videos from SpeedsterDEN here in YT) Fox 3000mm will be much more difficult I suppose. ALso putting it together since it has no motor mount until now :S ...

[@DeucesWildRC]

Definitely the coolest looking foamie glider out there, I have an FMS ASW-17 w/8 foot wingspan and love it for riding thermals, it also has that cool howling sound on glide bys, nice bird Adam 👍👊🇺🇸

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks Mike! Yeah man a good motor glider is hard to beat...especially a really big one...

[@RuudyL]

We pay $650 for it in Europe

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Whew!

[@CJR505]

Mine came with the Reflex. Wonder why they stopped including them?

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

May be they know as big as it is it doesn't really need it, or they may offer them two ways.

[@CJR505]

@@ModelAV8RChannel Yeah, good points. Would be cool if they offered a BNF for people, (not that this kit isn’t easy enough). This aircraft is absolutely perfect for BNF & PNP. Your video(s) on the Fox made me buy this. You did a fantastic job reviewing and demo’ing it. It’s such an amazing and fun aircraft. I fly gliders, (ASK-21 & 23) in real life.. Which is a blast. We have a Fox at the Gliderport. It flys regularly. Made out of Poland specifically for aerobatics. Fun watching it fly. Just got into the big foamies about 2 years ago, never thought I’d buy a glider. This one has changed everything. Searching for and finding lift and thermals is a blast. The very powerful motor makes it even better.

[@CJR505]

@@ModelAV8RChannel- Hope the big 2.0m and 2.1 Carbon Z series continues. Really need the Carbon Z 2.0mm AT-6 Texan, T-34 Mentor, the PT-17 Stearman or Waco. They could cover so many topics in the Carbon Z 2.0m series: Wildcat, Hellcat, Zero, P-40, P-47, P-51, Avenger… German aircraft like the FW-190, BF-109, etc, etc.

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Glad you're enjoying it!

[@AL-RCjunkie]

That's one Foxxy beast, right there. A feature you neglected to mention, is that it doubles as storm shelter, for those pop-up rain showers, suitable for 10-12 of your closest friends 😂 Great job, guys 👍

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

It is Al! Hmm...I totally didn't realize that, but you're right!

[@Danpstew1]

Great review. Appreciate all details and points/tips, the best filming on KZbin. Thank you. Crosby,Texas

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks very much Dan, we appreciate the support!

[@hcrft]

bought my first one a few yearts ago, and after many great flights and creating my great memories, i bought another in parts to build with an 8S motor and ESC. Ill be producing 40% more power. ill ki it out with FPV gear and full telemetry. i love this gider. a great foamy. i am a glider enthusiast and this bird absolutley will thermal.

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

I surely enjoy it. 8s with FPV equipment...that will be a blast!

[@JustEnoughRC]

I wanna see you tow this one with the draco! That would be a cool video. That thing looks like it flys more like an airplane than a glider. Incredible roll rate for such a big bird! 👏

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Ha! That would be interesting Jude. It is impressive for sure.

[@Reis4four]

I've had one for 4 years now, I even had a wing and fuselage bag made for mine with pockets for tubes and elevator.

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Very nice, awesome airplane!

[@SteffenRC]

What a beast.. So cool. I'd buy it just to hear that howling whoosh sound on those power off flybys. Great info on your video.. As always..

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks brother Will! Yes sir, that howl on the way by...

[@purcellrcaviationchannel]

Well... that really is "something cool with wings'! And that sound as it cleaves the air... wonderful stuff, Adam!

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thank you miss Gina! Yep, this one is moving some air!

[@leohcheung]

Great review Adam and Heidi. Thank you for introducing us to these underrated airplanes in categories that may be new to many of us.

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks Leo! This one is impressive...and BIG!

[@jollyroger2226]

What a big old girl! You flew a very impressive air show routine. She has such a great presence in the air, and the howl during a dive is awesome. Great job from your whole team!

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks very much! She is an attention getter at the field for sure!

[@cadbuildflyrc3784]

I have always liked that FMS Fox glider. Love your channel

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks!

[@ironmover5800]

That was cool ! Good vid

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Thanks!