FMS ASW-17 2500MM Glider Flight Demo By: RCINFORMER

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[@waynetri1]

I just bought this Glider today! Thanks for a wonderful video Sir!

[@huntingdm9391]

Did you do the storage box mod video yet? If not I would like to see. 👍

[@mnjacobson8722]

Instructions on the box modifications would be appreciated. Mine just came in yesterday!

[@jdnpe]

Hi, can you please share the modification that you have made to the box to use it to carry the plane? Thanks for the video!!!

[@davidtulk7159]

It’s a great model, been flying mine for about a month now and love it. A video on the box mods would be awesome cheers

[@chrismann8338]

The good thing with powered gliders is especially if you are a park flyer ,is that you have more flexibility on landing ,if dogs come across you can just power up and you are in the clouds ,with a normal plane 10-15 mins you are looking for a landing ,if the battery is low you have one chance ,with the glider you could practice 100 landing approaches and fly for an easy 60mins on one battery ,and if you are slope soaring in decent lift ,you can push that up to 2hrs ,or until you start to nod off or your neck gives up

[@sibylvane75]

You can make it much more reactive and fun mixing ailerons with flaps working same direction. It needs separation of ailerons channel but it works.....faster 4 points....vertical wall ...depends on motor and structure’s rigidity .You can mix ailerons with rudder to avoid nose up on slow rollings.....You can even do one or two thermal phases with 3-5 mm down flaps to catch thermals. And obviusly you can set a butterfly for short landings on slope.

[@ricardopr54]

I would like to see a video showing how you made that modification to the plane's box. It doesn't have to be a long one, just show some closeups of the box and talk a little bit about it... That would be really appreciated... I just finished putting mine together, and will maiden fly her soon... I'm waiting for good weather here in SouthernArizona... Meanwhile, I'm hoping to see the video you mentioned you were going to make on this occasion about the plane's box and how you cut it!...🤞🏾 Have a great rest of your evening!... Greetings from Douglas, Arizona 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾🌵🦠😷🇵🇷

[@RCINFORMER]

ok, can do! may be good in a live show, but i can make a video!

[@ricardopr54]

@@RCINFORMER Thank you very much! We, the ASW-17 owners will all appreciate that! Thanks again! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 Can't wait to see that! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 Have a great rest of your night! Greetings from Douglas, Arizona 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾🌵🦠😷🇵🇷 You'll be the only one in KZbin showing how to do it... Your video is going to go viral!...🤞🏾

[@philippepignard3361]

I bought this glider from FMS and agree with your comments. It's really a very pleasant glider to fly and I think FMS has made a very good product. I actually mix the spoilers and the elevator to remedy the rise of the glider when we take out the spoilers. I also painted black lines on the lower surface and red on the upper surface that allows me to see clearly which way it is in flight away from view.

[@JPh35]

Bonjour Philippe. Je serais intéressé de connaître tes settings D/R et la valeur des Expos que tu appliques sur les 3 axes. Merci par avance. JPhilippe Rennes.

[@markhondaturbo]

I really like the red stripes you added to the wings. A small detail that makes a big impact and looks awesome. I really want one of these, or the 3m Fox

[@DadsRCHangar]

Love the way you re-used the packing to make a transport box. Great flying as usual👍🏻

[@easthamk]

Just smashed my 3.5 glider, 2 months Building and 2 min flying time, after trying to sit into my lawn chair and falling with my radio. Purchased FMS asw17 , what a glider well thought out never again will I build a glider. Well done ASW17.

[@trickmustang1994]

You've always been a great pilot Rich no matter what you fly, keep the videos coming.

[@stone8597]

I would love to see a tutorial on how you made the box. Thanks, and great video.

[@robertpoe9271]

I borrowed your idea of marking the glider with orange and blue trim Monokote...absolute must on this plane...thanks!

[@RCINFORMER]

Excellent! Glad that helped. Thats an old school way to make it more visible. The plane is SOOOOO white, its easy to loose sight of it:)

[@payitfwdrcl6171]

Rich. I haven’t been much in e glider scene. But after seeing how this one is so easy to put together.Hmmmm. So much good stuff coming with FMS....👊. Great job as always. Love even how you modified the box it came in for transport. I’ll be looking forward to seeing you back at Joe Nall. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍

[@bmpowellicio]

One thing that they don't tell you is that you can fly a glider almost anywhere, even the beach. That's because everyone loves the look of a glider, and they'll come and tell you so. Just don't fly it like a stunt plane, you need to learn elegant, beautiful, smooth changes of direction and forget the bank-and-yank approach. Oh, and don't forget to take a chair, you'll get a minimum of 30 minutes per flight, probably a lot more.

[@upperechelon3456]

Great video Rich. This thing snaps together super easy. I'll see how it compare to my volantex 2.6M gliders. Made mine into a long range FPV set up.

[@jamesmarshall9420]

Just a suggestion, regarding the main wheel is to replace the hard stock 2 inch one with a DuBro low bounce wheel... with the addition of a few small washers, it appears to significantly reduce initial touch down bounce! It can be purchased either through Horizon Hobby (DUB200T) or your local Hobby store. 😀

[@RCINFORMER]

Good idea!

[@ricardopr54]

Please make a video of how you made the cuts in the foam to make that transport box!

[@claytonlovendale2021]

That is a beautiful glider, it comes alive, and is very graceful. Good job.

[@BillTheDroneReviewer]

Great video ! Love to see the modification that you have made to the box to use it to carry the plane ! Also, what did you use for the stripes on the bottom and top of the wings ?

[@JoshWeaverRC]

I so love gliders. Thanks for showing this off.

[@kevincombs1618]

Is FMS ever make a glider with an EDF .that will hideaway into the fuselage .. I've seen one on a real size glider that would be cool to make 1 in a model.....

[@kevincombs1618]

I like to come up with innovative ideas.. putting a e d f.. on top of a glider would be just trick.. have it where you get to your altitude you can retract the EDF back into the fuselage... It will look more realistic than having a prop on the front... And the possibilities are just unlimited... You can go with bigger edf's more power and just imagine the flight time would just be impeccable.. I guess inventions is a mother of necessity.. thank you all out there I love to get creative album flying jets planes and gliders the hobby is just awesome..!!

[@Noncenx]

Film me, Film me. Sounds like someone else doing RC Videos. Thanks for the video, love sailplanes but wasn't aware of this one. A little late in the year for it, but here in AZ we'll still have thermals for a while. Just checked the price, not bad really. Don't care if it's on backorder, I'll wait for it. Thanks Rich.

[@fozzysrchobbies1343]

Very nice. I'm starting to like gliders a little more. And this is reasonable and super easy to build. It's a win win

[@todd_s1965]

Great flying glider even though I am a novice. Find a comfortable seat. It stays in the air! I had to stripe and color mine. Very hard to see in all white. Very happy with it.

[@jerryhermann7233]

Most all gliders ( in my opinion) needs black on the bottom of wing and elivator, and orange ( floresent preferably) on top of both.

[@jamesmarshall9420]

Rich, I know that when I am able purchase my ASW-17; I will be able to figure out most of the alterations to make the box carrier, but would you mind making that video, please...

[@RCINFORMER]

Sorry, I'm way behind in that:) gotta do that. I may put it live show thus weekend.

[@jamesmarshall9420]

Hey Rich, unfortunately I missed your live broadcast... where can I find that tutorial...?

[@jamesmarshall9420]

Hey Rich, what did you decide was optimal CG for ASW - 17...?

[@motionsic]

Impressive glide ratio even going into the wind! Good storage/travel box idea. Great job by Steve and you on the the one take video. Thanks for the review!

[@williamreape4326]

I like the storage idea and the stripes. Great information!!

[@JPh35]

Splendid model of glider.❤ I love it. Could you share please your D/R rates settings for Low and High rates ? And also your Expo settings on 3 axes? Thks by advance. JPhilippe (France)

[@RCINFORMER]

Sorry for the late reply. I have a high, medium & low rate. 125%, 100% & 70% ... No Expo.

[@philippesandmeier3736]

Nice review, Steve! Gliders beautiful to fly. What did you use to make the stripes on the wings?

[@RCINFORMER]

Sticker trim sheets from the local hobby shop.

[@philippesandmeier3736]

@@RCINFORMER Thanks Rich!

[@gleeloyd]

OK, I bought one through your affiliate link. What receiver did you use? The receiver that came with my new NX6 does NOT have AS3X/SAFE.

[@RCINFORMER]

Thanks for using my links! You don't need either AS3X or SAFE with this model... it flys so well!

[@friedrichmandel2574]

Very nice video. I like that glider ... FMS did things right with some support from a Swiss RC champion ... but did not invent the plastic leading edges ... Multiplex did so on their Funray.

[@gleeloyd]

How did you add the color stripes? Paint or tape? Looks great!

[@RCINFORMER]

Any way you like, paint or tape. I simply used the sticker trim tape found at most hobby shops:)

[@rmsdvm]

Love the video. Where can you get small CG stickers like that. Having trouble finding them.

[@RCINFORMER]

@@rmsdvm Hobbyking! I'm not sure if they still make them, but check over there.

[@rmsdvm]

@@RCINFORMER Darn, out of stock right now with "No ETA At This Time".

[@justmike.4920]

Steve is on it, stop yelling at him! Haha

[@JeffinLowerAlabama]

Great flying demo Rich, way to zoom Steve, easy to see why this sold out so fast, Jeff in LA USA

[@jamesmarshall9420]

Hey Rich, I have been interested in your "Ludicrous Speed Option" for both my T-Cat NIB, and now I am wondering if the 3m FOX motor could be fitted to the ASW-17 that I recently purchased...? What do you think...?

[@RCINFORMER]

Hey man, anythings possible🙂

[@dalerbsr.5061]

Less zoom lens when flying, we know what it looks like from the up close on the ground video. Thanks

[@rhampton1914]

i was gonna say,,,why everyone wants to zoom in so close..so much shaking as a result..i'm satisfied with a regular no zoom footage...Totally agree Bennish...

[@matthewschillawski6594]

Nice Glider. Think I may invest in one for my lazy fly days

[@RCINFORMER]

Its pretty sweet and will glide for a while! I had to bring it down lower because it was clear that It can stay up in the air for a loooooooong time and it was killing Steve's neck..lol:) Please consider clicking on our links to purchase as it does support our channel at no extra cost to you! Thanks for the support!

[@ATCATL]

Do you recommend this plane for fpv? I'm debating between the ASW-17 and the lentus. Thank you in advance

[@RCINFORMER]

It should be great for it. It's a super stable platform. However, I have not done a lot of FPV, so I'm probably not the best person to ask.

[@chrismann8338]

Pretty much like a bit radian with flaps and ailerons ,i have the night radian and this seems a good next glider ,plus its an FMS ,quality gauranteed

[@miksterr]

Hi, great video - wondering what that 'stand' his please? Looks like cloth/fabric over cushion foam>

[@hackstergirl5644]

Do I need a license to fly this in the U.S? I want to start flying RC gliders looks like a lot of fun

[@jamesmarshall9420]

I have information on which color of vinyl trim is appropriate for the FMS ASW-17... TOPQ4102 Monokote "International Orange" and TOPQ4106 "Insignia Blue" which I believe can be purchased through "Horizon Hobby"

[@amazingpower2761]

nice glider. would like to see if it really would stay up all day. video was out of focus and zoomed in too much. but nice demo, thanks

[@leomiliades7341]

Great review and great product. I like the stripes you added. May I ask where I can buy these? I would also like to know where I can buy decals with American colors (not Swiss) to add on. Many thanks!

[@RCINFORMER]

Here is the link for the Glider... it is the first on the list:) thanks for watching! GET your FMS ASW-17 2500MM PNP at HORIZON HOBBY HERE► bit.ly/34TgW4n LIPO PACK USED IN THIS REVIEW: -SPEKTRUM 4S 2200mAh 30c lipo IC3► bit.ly/2Rivi6r SPEKTRUM DX9 USED IN MY VIDEOS► bit.ly/39ChQkx SPEKTRUM SMART BATTERY CHECKER USED IN ALL MY VIDEOS▼ bit.ly/3hrmIx3 ▼Get your SPEKTRUM Smart Charging components here▼ ▼SMART CHARGERS USED FOR THIS REVIEW▼ -Smart 30A 540W Power Supply► bit.ly/2OKJ8gw -Smart S1200 DC Charger, 1x200W► bit.ly/2D09lVC -S1500 DC Smart Charger, 1x500W► bit.ly/3jzdoJl ▼RECOMMENDED A/C SMART CHARGERS▼ -S2100 Smart DUAL AC charger► bit.ly/2ONp7WD -S1100 Smart SINGLE AC charger► bit.ly/3hvf1pU FMS MODELS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE at THE RCINFORMER AMAZON STORE here► www.amazon.com/shop/rcinformer ▼HELP SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL BY USING OUR LINKS TO PURCHASE▼ .... Special thanks if you were able to order it thru my Affiliate links here.... that is greatly appreciated! ... At no additional cost to you, Purchasing thru our affiliate links and Amazon Store supports RCINFORMER as we do earn a small fee for the referral. Thank You for supporting us! ▼Please visit my new AMAZON Store for ONLY the Exclusive stuff that I use Here▼ www.amazon.com/shop/rcinformer Follow Rich at RCINFORMER on Social Media FACEBOOK► facebook.com/RCINFORMER/ INSTAGRAM► instagram.com/rcinformer_... TWITTER► twitter.com/RcinformerO Website► www.RCINFORMER.COM

[@leomiliades7341]

@@RCINFORMER Thank you, I bought it! I will now attempt to decipher how to transform the styrofoam box into a carrying case for the glider based on the few frames from this video. Great idea and suggestion BTW.

[@RCINFORMER]

@@leomiliades7341 I'm going to plan a live show this weekend & show how to cut the box:) probably Sunday!

[@leomiliades7341]

Please record it - I got the glider today and I have been thinking how to cut the box. Many thanks!

[@admercs]

“Steve, did you get that?” 🤣

[@lifeinrc9051]

Rich, I'm trying to decide on which one to go with, this model or the fox 3000. I'm looking for aerobatic capabilities but then on some days just the glide, which model would you suggest. I am already using 6S 5000mah packs on my other models so I would have to purchase plane, rx, and batts for the asw if I went that route.

[@guymccallan2418]

Hi, I’m interested to learn if you think this could be a suitable 2nd plane? Love your informative videos 👍

[@jdouglasj2000]

Which is more fun to fly? ASW-17 or the Fox 3M. I'm trying to make a decision....

[@georgejetson6230]

Please tell us what is the cool music at the end? Nicely done vid!

[@jamesturncliff5960]

Did you make a video and post it on the box alterations for the ASW 17?

[@RCINFORMER]

It was in one of my live shows

[@jamesturncliff5960]

@@RCINFORMER it was a very good presentation. but did you ever make a video on how you made the box so the glider will fit in?

[@adam_-adam]

Hi I finally bought the spider after watching your videos I love it, One thing I noticed though is that when I dive down the wing starts to flutter when I pick up speed, It scared me so I never did it again but I seen somebody on KZbin testing it to the limits and they were dive bombing all day with it With no problems. Anyways can I ask you a question, I want to use the spectrum 2700 mah battery 30 c for this but I do see on the manual it calls for only 2200 through 2600 mah, It looks like there's a lot of space in here do you think I would be all right?

[@Coronet47]

Do you have a spm file for this setup on DX-9 that you can share ?

[@chillville5571]

Yes dude, Steve can get it!

[@broadwayline]

YOU GOT THAT STEVE

[@TheFreakyman81]

Witch color do you use to spray(?) The Wings?

[@RCINFORMER]

It's sticker trim, not paint:)

[@luissoto7127]

Hi buddy . Between asw17 and tower h asw28 wich one you’ll choose ?

[@RCINFORMER]

I can't comment on the asw28 because I have not had one. The FMS ASW-17 is outstanding. Mostly, I like the full-length leading edge sheathing that protects the leading edge on the ASW-17.... Most models do not have that & it is a very high-end feature that will make the model last longer.

[@luissoto7127]

Ok thanks . Have a great day !!

[@bossmandeen]

What are you using for those extra stripes?

[@RCINFORMER]

Sticker trim from the hobby shop! You can use any color you want.

[@zubuxstein]

what the heck, I just noticed I am not subscribed to this channel. At last, subbed!

[@ricardopr54]

I just ordered one , thank! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@timsvids5983]

Enjoyed the video. Ordered one. Thanks.

[@brendanredler3666]

Non glider guiders' opinions on sailplanes are pretty hilarious.

[@justray510]

Brand new here. If the controls are set to minimum or in safe mode would this be ok for someone that has only flown computer flight sim? What type of tape is used for the wing stripes?

[@RCINFORMER]

I wouldn’t necessarily recommend this for a complete beginner Straight off a simulator just because of its size and the fact there are a number of smaller more suitable ones on the market aimed specifically at beginners :)

[@DefaultMando]

Does anyone know what airfoils are used make up the cross sections of the wing? I know there is 2 different types of airfoils, but I cannot find anything online.

[@RCINFORMER]

Send FMS an email at [e-mail] and ask them if they can ask the engineers exactly what aerofoil they used (that’s pretty much what I would do asking for you🙂)

[@DefaultMando]

Hi, I have sent them an email, they informed me that information is classified lol. Thank you for your response.

[@dragonsknights]

Hi! Between the Asw17 and Fox 2320mm what is better in your opinion?

[@RCINFORMER]

I have no flown the Fox 2320, but I would imagine the ASW-17 is way better than the Fox.

[@williamhoenstine5057]

What receiver are you using?

[@rodeopilot7495]

How do you compare this with the fms fox 3m?

[@RCINFORMER]

The Fox is a great sport aerobatic glider but it is more of a hybrid Glider/airplane. The Fox is a great model but it is not the pure glider that the ASW-17 is. The ASW-17 has a far superior Glide ratio and is overall a better glider than the Fox. You can stay up there gliding all day with the ASW-17!

[@luissoto7127]

Hi, what transmitter do you use?

[@RCINFORMER]

Spektrum DX7, DX9, NX6 & NX10

[@luissoto7127]

@@RCINFORMER thanks

[@kenmunn4421]

Nice job

[@NICHOLASRGLORIOSO]

Nice Rich!

[@mariusrosseland6995]

Is IT good for beginers im fly find ON sim

[@garyhamblin4046]

Rich love to chat to you about buying a motor glider

[@RCINFORMER]

Sure, anytime

[@RCINFORMER]

Email me at [e-mail]

[@radioflitercairplanes1715]

I was all pumped up to buy one ..ON BACKORDER at Horizon 🙄

[@RCINFORMER]

Please consider using my link purchase it supports my channel and I really appreciate it!

[@RCINFORMER]

They will be in stock very soon & often most of the container is already is spoken for with pre-orders... If you want one soon it is a good idea to order it before all the pre-orders for the incoming container are all sold:)

[@radioflitercairplanes1715]

I followed the link and it doesnt say pre-order it says BACKORDER...I guess the whole container is spoken for. I'll try again sometime

[@RCINFORMER]

@@radioflitercairplanes1715 it says that because the first pre-order has sold... the planes are due in at the end of September

[@radioflitercairplanes1715]

@@RCINFORMER Thanks Rich.

[@thomasallan8113]

The Arrow's SZD looks so similar

[@RCINFORMER]

Yes! It's like a smaller version of the ASW-17 :)

[@Shauncat1]

Sweet 👌 Rich

[@ianevans2854]

Awwww I'd love this 😍😎

[@malcolmeccles3783]

I know it's a selling point and I have considered purchasing this model but if FM's are claiming or naming it's a asw17, why put the registration on top of the wing. It belongs underneath!!!

[@RCINFORMER]

Because they’re upside down on the bottom of the planet? :)

[@williamwallace9427]

What’s the camera mans name again?

[@simonstenman5680]

STEEEEVE!!!!!!!!

[@gavstreet8976]

We just drove past there

[@gregheckert1396]

When you checked the throttle you should have never reached across the plane. You should have had the radio on the other side of the plane. That was a big no no!

[@RCINFORMER]

Yep, no one's perfect.

[@davmaroni]

Very nice and exhaustive video, but please Steve the plane is not so tny, don't zoom always on it...also frame the terrain now and then, IMHO you could see the flight behaviour better.

[@stevewozniak8950]

Oh my god if if say Steve one more time I may kill myself: My guess is Steve knows how to video!

[@KR-jx1zl]

👍🏆👍!

[@mraudioiscool]

Hi I like your video but your audio sucks think about fixing that !

[@MikeHammer1]

Don't you think reaching over a hot prop like that is dangerous? Enjoyed the video except for that.

[@wessievanderwesthuizen1807]

I'm sure Steve gets it without asking.

[@scotabot7826]

Great flying airplane, but too heavy to be a good thermal flier. It sure is pretty. o

[@stevelhamon2031]

Poor design and a waste of money!

[@RCINFORMER]

Nope! It's sweet!

[@certifymeonline]

Love the videos RIch. Thanks for sharing your wealth of experience. What Rx did you use?

[@RCINFORMER]

I used a Hobbyking 7ch Orange V3