HobbyZone | Horizon Hobby - Sport Cub S UMX - Unbox, Build, Setup, & Flight Review

[@ShockeWulf190]

My plane hates the wind though, But its So Much Fun to fly. I flew it this morning and it was awesome, I will always remember that flight with this plane. This plane has a place in my heart.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I agree!

[@BenFilley]

Just bought it and a couple extra batteries and have already put in an hour. first time flyer and can say this thing is a breeze to fly. love it.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I literally flew through about 10 motors, before I upgraded it to a brushless power system. I LOVED it and still do.

[@Mr.XJ.96]

Love this little Bird.....I fly this little guy just about everyday amd anywhere. It stays in my Jeep.....Perfect beginner and perfect for experienced pilots lots of fun. This little bird taught my son how to fly and now he is ready for a bigger plane.....thanks for the review and I enjoy watching your channel

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks! This little plane is really nice!

[@HarryNolen-l8g]

I want to buy it

[@HarryNolen-l8g]

By the way love your chanel

[@HarryNolen-l8g]

Come on I want to buy it as so as poss6

[@HarryNolen-l8g]

That's me

[@knucklehead2120]

Thank you sir. This is my first viewing of any video you offer. You make the most sense out of anybody on KZbin about this particular plane . I just picked one up a couple days ago. Thank you for your video which has helped me immensely. Like I said, you make it very understandable. Fly on my brother

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I'm glad I could help you out! I learned to fly with the Sport Cub S UMX, and now I'm well over 100 planes deep ;) When you're ready for plane #2, which will be very soon, come back and check out what's going on and I might be able to help you out again!

[@Timsfpvshow]

Thanks for sharing Brian. This little plane will always have a spot in my heart. I learned so much from mine. Then I took the electronics from a crashed umx yak and put it in there with the 2's brushless motor and it flew beautifully and I actually still fly it from time to time

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I did the same thing from my Habu UMX...since I was handicapped by SAFE at the time, and the V2 Habu 180 UMX had SAFE. I flew the crappers out of my Sport Cub S UMX for a LONG time, then I eventually bought a Carbon Cub SS UMX, and realize - NO SAFE!!!!! But it had Flaps...and the rest is history :)

[@properlytwisted2172]

ABSOLUTELY the best beginner plane! and even worth having after more experience..Just a lot of fun and look forward to getting a 2nd one..Thanks for the great video!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Totally agree!!! I want to take her up in a gym. My Carbon Cub SS was a touch too fast to really enjoy :)

[@backyardcrashandbash6438]

Properly Twisted best beginner plane for me was the super cub s it was way more simple and it was bigger too

[@dlipovetsky]

Thanks for this! You helped to convince me to get the Sport Cub S+ RTF as a first plane. In the span of one month, I've already managed to tree it (retrieved with a pole, miraculously undamaged), submerge the nose in a puddle on landing (wouldn't turn on until I dried the electronics with a hair dryer), and send it beyond range (it started a descent pattern... into a tall redwood; I ran toward it and managed to get control back just in time!). It's also quite "fun" to fly (backwards) in 10mph+ winds. After a few hours of flight time, I've started to practice simple patterns in expert mode. Sometimes I get impatient and want to fly beyond my ability, so I climb high and start doing loops or rolls, with my finger over the "panic" button. I ordered 4 extra 150mah 1s batteries and can fly about 30 minutes each time I go out.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I'm so glad you took the advice! Thanks for the followup :)

[@joshtow2544]

Get 220 mah I have 15 batteries I have flew this plane so much I be had to sit down n fly it lol

[@falconmode7199]

I got this plane and it is awesome, it is so strong when flying

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Yeah, but still needs to be pretty calm to work well. I learned to fly with it!

[@falconmode7199]

Yeah I know, the wind pushed mine down into a rock before but managed to keep it flying

[@stephanerheaume2435]

this one was my first plane… a lot of fun and easy to learn… it slow so you have time think. i still like flying this plane

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

It's a blast to fly, even when you know how to fly!

[@stephanerheaume2435]

yeah sometimes its great when its fast but sometimes is just nice cruisin ;) when i want some rush i go with my x-vert vtol :) i got a B-17 never flown..it is just to pretty and i dont wanna crashed it hahah! i also bought the umx cesnna after i watch your video,but i didnt have time to flowned it yet...

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Gotta fly them!!! They sure are pretty though! Some are more like decorations then RC planes!!!

[@docjest]

Thanks for making this video, it was a big help to my son and I.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You're welcome! Glad it was a help to you!!!

[@Bobbitchin2412]

Great video, lots of good info thanks. Getting ready to fly mine for the first time, first plane ever.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Glad it was helpful! This is a great starting point Robert B! Good luck

[@peterponddoctor4758]

BEST VIDEO OF THIS PLAIN !!!.I'M TOTALLY SOLD ON ONE.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Peter! I've loved the Sport Cub S UMX since the first day I was flying!!!

[@tyfude]

This plane is that easy! Thanks for the video. Never had flown before. Practiced free simulators on my phone. First flight no problems! Now many flights in. It just works. Love it. Getting the Cirrus next. Thanks for the great videos on that one too!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I'm glad to hear! This plane is the real deal too! Once you get the hang of flying on SAFE, you can just turn it off! Next problem...storage of 80+ planes ;)

[@tyfude]

Brian Phillips thanks, man. I had it out again yesterday. Great session though too windy 😆 I was able to keep hold of it luckily 😆Cirrus is on the way. I should prob spend some more time on the cub though first.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I would definitely do that! The Cirrus, while relatively easy to fly, is WAY faster, and way more plane too!!! I guess I imagined you talking about the 1.5m Cirrus SR22T, I bet you were talking about the UMX...were you?

[@tyfude]

Brian Phillips yeah, the 1.3 Cirrus! I may be getting ahead of myself. I’ll plan to put more time into the UMX Cub, for now and get really confident. Thanks for the advice! I really like the 1.3 Valiant too...

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

With Horizon Hobby, it's kinda hard to go wrong...seriously ;) Good luck!!!

[@ShockeWulf190]

Thanks so much for the help. I LOVE MY CUB SPORT S.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You're welcome! It's a fun plane for sure, new pilot or experienced!

[@allenmoore9848]

The hobby has come a long way from the early days. Nice flying in a tight environment

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I was a bit embarrassed, as I was trying to hold the Transmitter out for the camera, but this plane, when you're flying it in a relaxed environment, can be flown under low hanging trees, with sparklers on the wings :) LOL kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpWriniFn5tgl80

[@MALNTV]

I remember building my first RC from a Balsa kit 38 years ago...wish this tech was available when I got started in the hobby. This looks like a really cool little aircraft. I have nothing but trees on my property so can only fly helicopters and quads.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

That's too bad...It's so nice to be able to fly around here. Wooded lots are beautiful, but tough for flying planes.

[@71bammer]

@@BrianPhillipsRC got me a umx turbo timber switched motot landin gear an so on made a bush plane

[@kalvinwinder]

I finally started building a Boeing 777-200! I finished the structure of the fuse and build the horizontal stab. It is coming along awesome. Still need money to buy the transmitter and edf's and other electronics. I just couldn't wait to start building it.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Soooo cool! Can't wait to see her come together!!!

[@Sam-w9des]

I got one still n the box been busy workin and been windy so I cant wait to get mine out. Thanks for the vid.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Sure thing! You'll enjoy it even more with a better transmitter. A little expo, and mixing for fun :) Good luck!

[@Sam-w9des]

Brian Phillips I got the dx6 couple weeks ago so I'm ready for fun. It's a nice radio btw for the price

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

It's great, and I know you'll love it :)

[@stevem9400]

Hi Brian and your lovely film crew, dig all your videos :), just picked up my Sport Cub -S last week to get back in the game after 25 years, went to the park this morning and second flight out the elevator servo bound up or quit, the plane nosed over and became a lawn dart. Amazon is sending a replacement, should be here tomorrow "Whee..." BTW while I was at the park this white "T" shaped thing embedded in the tree branches at the far end of the field kept catching my eye, so I went to investigate it was a plane. I climbed on some pretty sketchy branches to retrieve it and it was a new (maybe 1 or 2 flights) Mini Apprentice S. I thought good find !!! But my conscience was bugging me so I made a few "FOUND R/C Airplane" signs and posted them at the park. I hope I get to return it to it owner soon so he/she can enjoy flying again.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Steve Thanks for your kind words, and sorry to hear about the bad servo!!! As for the mini-Apprentice...very nice of you ;) (I'd fly it a few times first - LOL)

[@stevem9400]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Lol... For sure... The owner might get it back with a float kit since I live in Lake of The Pines here in Ca and would love to give it a try. Just hope it goes better than your cub experience. ;p jk my friend... Hope your day is a great one !!! Ps. What's your thoughts on putting floats on the Aero Commander?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

It would be okay, but you'll have to hog out a pretty good amount of foam to accept the float frame...but also, why not just belly land her? She'll pretty much land stock, with the wheels removed. It's a lot of fun actually, but might get the tips of the props into the water if you're not spot on with your aileron controls. Go for it, it'll be fun!

[@BirdWhisperer46]

I finally had read enough, thought I was ready for my maiden flight, with 5 years of drone flights for practice, Went outside to check conditions and it was too windy and cold here along the Mississippi in central Wisconsin. Got a football sized grass field across the street, so first calm warm day, I'll fly. I have several nice Phantom drones and the wind does not bother them much. :o)

[@rcpilots1291]

Thanks for making this video . It’s flying fun at its most basic and easy. I look forward to more...

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks! There is more already :) Almost 1,200 videos published now...check out the playlists, as all my videos are organized by plane for easy navigation.

[@brianjordan3460]

I just got this plane last week off FB last week in the box for $50. Gonna try it for first time today. Never flown one before. Hope the RC survives..

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Even if it doesn't come back for some help getting her flying again. I hope you love it as much as I loved mine!!!

[@waltperko8742]

Hi, I flew mine outside for the first time today. Ground handling isn't very easy, but doable with low RPM spurts. Flying it turns left very predictable, but right turns are about half/three quarters as good. I stayed at less than full throttle most of the time to save on battery time, but also I was flying in a parking lot that is maybe 20m wide by 80m long and fenced. I think the airplane might be more fun as I fly it more. I don't have a camera person to take videos.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

This plane needs some room. If it's windy, at all, the experience, ESPECIALLY GROUND HANDLING, will be greatly diminished. Keep your eye out for a video coming very soon :) :) ;)

[@SharneAndrews]

Mentioned a lot of things not covered in other videos. Thanks heaps

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I'm glad you noticed ;) I get a little "in the weeds" to help with that aspect of the hobby...steep learning curve, and many assumptions from the manufacturers as to what we should know.

[@keithwhisman]

You know how many planes I’d still have if we had this technology 30 years ago when I first started flying RC airplanes?

[@shckltnebay]

we did have basic sims

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I totally agree!!! I had to build and crash to learn :) Which is why I didn't when I was a kid...

[@stevem9400]

I soo agree with you Keith, cheepest heli 🚁 crash I had back then was $180

[@josipvrandecic2472]

Very fun and very sweet..thanks Brian.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I almost got her to fly it too :) (I stress the almost...but it was more like the Hindenburg Almost made it to it's destination in one piece)

[@Bobbitchin2412]

I was going to start out with one of those Carbon Cubs, than decided better see if I even like flying planes before I spend that much money. I fly drones right now, but looking to expand my flying.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Here's the stock "beginners list" - any would be good choice... Description | Purchase | Videos Habu STS 70mm RTF | bit.ly/3ci5eWD | bit.ly/3ontBF9 Apprentice 1.5m RTF | bit.ly/3BlSjh9 | bit.ly/3b6kCVP Carbon Cub S2 1.3m RTF | bit.ly/3PqNR4A | bit.ly/3J6WmQ3 T-28 Trojan 1.1m | bit.ly/3PmbxHf | bit.ly/3v8zGJi Apprentice 1.2m RTF | bit.ly/3BlSjh9 | bit.ly/3Bk60wG Sport Cub S2 UMX | bit.ly/3yYkrUs | bit.ly/3PL8vfJ AeroScout 1.1m | bit.ly/3OlqyYQ | bit.ly/3ztp9Li Trekker 1.2 RTF | bit.ly/34jhgLZ | PNP bit.ly/35xOPu8 | bit.ly/3PHoZ8M Bigfoot 1.3m RTF | bit.ly/30mYdOq | bit.ly/3zqIxZu Pioneer 620mm RTF | bit.ly/2YotgbY | bit.ly/3OvJLad Prodigy 1.4m RTF | bit.ly/37zJxzt | bit.ly/3cvccaZ Ranger 1.2m RTF | bit.ly/3bHFIKr | bit.ly/3bCezZB

[@dc3d613]

So for anyone looking for tips with this plane : lower rudder tab tends to break off easily , use blenderm with foam tac to reinforce when broken. Motor mount is held in with silicone so will fixed after a few crashes. Buy spare gearboxes and use hotglue to secure. Put some slightly larger wheels on to fly off ash parks( use heatshrink on the landing gear to be able to use wheels with larger diameter hole). Try not to land in grass as the elevator side tabs will break off and cause instability. Final tip -Buy one it was my 'gateway' into rc and now ive lost count of how many planes + fpv racing 'drones' (Quads) I own. Also dont buy horizon motors get some micro motor warehouse ' insane 19000kv' 8520 motors with 9t gear fitted swap over connector much better. Sorry just thought of another which is the most important , swap the planes battery connector to a jst ph 2.0 connnector (stock is jst ph 1.25 which is designed to fail after 30 odd cycles) tiny whoops also used the 1.25 plug then went to 2.0 which lasts longer and gives more power. The best 1s ph 2.0 connector batteries are gnb 250 mah available on amazon prime. I hope this helps somene , sorry for babbling on.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Great tips Dave! This was also one of my gateway planes :)

[@dc3d613]

Excellent little plane , ive owned 2 (3 if spare parts were included) Got me hooked instantly , she can be flown with larger 500-750 mah nanotechs aswell btw. They fit better if you widen the battery slot, pretty sure i was getting just over 10 minutes with no noticeable performance loss she still flies inverted etc, though i would recommend the better motors first but the extra weight really does help. Wondering if you will be getting the 'new' parkzone trojan with safe etc ? Thanks

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I was using 300mAh 1S nanotechs before I switched my first to a brushless configuration, but not sure what "new" trojan with SAFE, you're reffering too. I have the ~ $270 1.2m T-28B Trojan with only AS3X, but the smaller (1.1m), simpler (no retracts, no flaps) T-28 does have SAFE...but it's been out for quite a while. I LOVE my T-28. It's one of my favorites, and my list of comparisons is growing fast ;) Have you ever checked out my playlists? I've got all the playlists organized to showcase each plane, with all the progress if I make mods, for example, so that my audience (and me) have a lot easier time finding what they're looking for. If you haven't, would you take a minute and check them out? Thanks in advance, and thanks for the question!

[@dc3d613]

Brian Phillips the plane im referring to is PKZ8250 its listed under their new releases ? I had been looking at the one you have but read that it lacks power and really should run on 4s where as the parkzone runs fine on 3s also the front retract gets a bad reputation apparently. I had watched your video on tips for the at-6 and was wondering how you had been getting on with that one aswell ? , i managed to get my at-6 for free as horizon uk had wrongly listed them for £0 bnf on release so i took the chance and it arrived lol a few members of my 'fpv group' also managed to get them lol

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I LOVE mine, but whatever you think you'll enjoy or whatever fits the budget. WHAT!?!??! Free???? You lucky dog!

[@rcexplorers24]

to fix the light weight issue put a small rc plane light on it ONE ONLY

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I've already added LED's to my previous Sport Cub S UMX'es

[@e.r.1702]

I always feel like I would fly too high and far that I can’t tell which way I am going. I also feel like I would mix up the way to fly but I still want one for Christmas a lot

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

That's a real issue! You need to practice in very calm to NO wind, and when and if it gets too high, just turn off SAFE and point it DOWN (Something you normally don't want to do....) and when you get back closer to the ground, you can turn SAFE back on, OR pull the trigger for "panic" mode if you're using the "batman" controller (the one that comes in the RTF option)

[@slugosrc1256]

Great Video! I have one of these also. It's kinda in dis repair! Flew this a lot also! Thanks Rich

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I killed my first one, many, many, many times ;)

[@keithwhisman]

I got one brand new RTF for $60 today. Flew pretty good till it got very windy really fast and the wind took it. I do like it and it is a nice flier but it needs as close to calm air as possible. Guy tossed it in with a second hand never crashed Airfield RC 55” 6 channel bubble canopied P47 Thunderbolt. P47 looks like it has low time with very minimal hangar rash.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Nice. You're right, it definitely need calm, or indoor conditions.

[@symo251264]

Hi Brian Great vids , I'm thinking of buying one of these , is there any chance you can show how to trim because you say in the vid it's best to trim out of safe mode but for a 1st time flyer that would be a bit dodgy , Any tips would be greatful Also what buttons trims the plane ? Thanks for your help

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Symo - This would be a great plane to start out with, and it's not super pricey...maybe check out our newer videos of this plane here - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc5gY8qX_x8kAJq3glGMXjDy ...as for trimming, there's small buttons that sit below or next too each of the control sticks. When you're flying along with SAFE, the plane will keep from tipping over and will fly level when you let go of the sticks...the problem with trying to trim the plane in SAFE, is that you won't know what direction the plane is trying to tip ;) When you're ready to trim the plane out, just go "a few mistakes high", and be ready to pull the RED TRIGGER when and if you need to recover. When you have the plane at a good height, a few mistakes high, set the throttle to about 50% or so, then switch out of SAFE to expert and LET GO OF THE STICKS and watch what happens... Does the plane... ...dive? What would you do to fix this? Pull back on the elevator (Right Stick)....so now you need to press the bottom trim button a few times and watch if the plane "pulls out of the dive". Of course, you need to correct the plane with the sticks if it gets to diving too far. When you feel like you can let go of the sticks and the plane keeps flying without diving down, you're good. ...climb? do the same as above, only trim with the TOP button on the RIGHT stick until it flies without climbing. ...roll left? same as above, only press the RIGHT button on the RIGHT stick until it flies without rolling left. ...roll right? same as above, only press the LEFT button on the RIGHT stick until it flies without rolling right. ...turn left (YAW left)? same as above, only press the RIGHT button on the LEFT stick until it flies without yawing left. ...turn right (YAW right)? same as above, only press the LEFT button on the LEFT stick until it flies without yawing right. Sometimes in stead of a two trim button configuration, controllers have rocker switches, which do the same thing. Flying is not easy, but it's SOOOO much easier now with SAFE (Auto-Leveling) and AS3X (Stabilization) than it ever was before. Good luck, we'll be here to help you along! Sport Cub S2 UMX bit.ly/3cDYUW1

[@symo251264]

Brian your a diamond thanks very much for all that info Happy safe flying to you and your family.

[@keithshillbillyrcn849]

Way cool umx plane. Me and wife picked the umx timber and its a great plane also after watching your videos on it. Tough little plane. Now I have to have one of those to lol I thought you was gonna get Mrs. Megan to fly dont think I have had the privilege to watch her fly. It's ok I want fly on camera. I'm still somewhat novice but haven't had a total loss crash YET I'm sure it's coming. I still fly high wing planes just moved to a low wing sr22 then maybe I'll attempt flight with a twin edf. Which is still being built. It's a turbo jet (dynam)but all electronics changed edfs are fms,11blade , beetles esc s and of course lemon rx and emax servos haven't changed gear yet or done lighting but I'm watching and learning. Thanks for your time and knowledge. I do find all your tips and modifications help me. Thanks

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

If you have the Timber UMX, DON'T GET THIS ONE!!! You will be very disappointed...unless you're flying it inside a gym, or Church, or something like that. This is a GREAT plane, please don't misunderstand, but the BNF Timber UMX makes it a LOT more expensive for those who don't have any other spektrum transmitter yet...thus the recommendation of this as a BNF. It is a very good trainer, but it's very weak, with only a brushed motor, and 1S 150mAh lipo...thus, can't handle wind of more than 3-5 mph...and even then, it's a handful. I'm glad you keep coming back! P.S. We might have some big news coming, so keep an eye out. Should find out by next Saturday :) - Our little secret - LOL

[@mthemaniac]

I've got one of these, pretty cool little plane but it's a lot more fun to fly when you turn safe mode off. If you are a first timer though use safe mode for the first several flights. Also get the Real Flight simulator.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Yes, SAFE is pretty restrictive, so I agree with SAFE off, way more fun!

[@Oni76]

Nice, and I couldn't agree more. I love cubs, so I was naturally drawn towards this one. Picked one up, and she can take a beating too. Great when you want to just float around and good to start learning basic acrobatics as well. Sometimes gives you too much confidence, as I learned when I got an Aero Commander. :D My cub drifted off on the first flight, and I had to use my mavic pro to do some recon to track her down to someone's backyard. Makes a great first story, but I thought that was my first and last RC flight. Fortunately not

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

My neighbor had the same thing happen, and we found it about a mile or mile and a half down the neighborhood, in waist high grass / weeds!!! We were sooooooo lucky!

[@spikedart]

I'm going with the UMX timber you suggested with Orange transmitter & receiver. How long ago did you start? I still find the 3 channel planes a challenge after 5 months.

[@spikedart]

Then again, I really only get one good day a week to go out. I should get a wind generator for my house.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

If you get an Orange Tx (DSM2 or DSMX) you CAN bind right to the Timber UMX. Good call, but make sure you get as many channels as you can afford, since you'll want to have the SAFE SELECT without having to share the function with flaps, for instance.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I've been flying for about 3 years. Funny you say you're still challenged by 3 channel planes...I hated and still kinda hate flying 3 channel planes. I feel handicapped by the lack of roll axis control, even though you can control flight with 3 channels....I'd rather have bank and yank (I.E. elevator, aileron, and throttle), if I had to choose :)

[@spikedart]

The lack of control (no ailerons) does make for tricky flying in wind. This is why I want to move into 4+ flying. Thanks for your thoughts regarding my journey.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I was flying, a couple years back, a "Gentle Lady" which is a polyhedral glider, and it was 3 channel....let's just say, my butt clenching was exactly in sync with the gusts!!!

[@rcexplorers24]

this plane is great for anyone actually it last me a few months which to me is a long rc plane life span

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

If you fly it like I did when I was new, a few months is a great starting point!

[@mastersteel1079]

Good morning brian😁😁😁😁great models verry beautiful

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Master!!!!

[@mastersteel1079]

Brian Phillips 😁😁😁😁😁

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

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[@mastersteel1079]

Brian Phillips 😁😁😁😁

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

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[@offthehook8989]

Which plane would you recommend as a step up from this one. Just purchased a dx6. Thanks!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Either Timber UMX - you will LOVE it!!! amzn.to/2uqAoFS - TURBO Timber UMX (the new one, they just released) amzn.to/39XtpDn - Timber UMX (the older one) Both are EXCELLENT choices. You will LOVE them!

[@fa300ry]

Hey Brian This plane brings back bad memories, mine gout blown away by the wind , literally !!!!!!, over 1/2 mile away , never seen it since -:( Still wanna see that chute on the cirrus -:)

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I think that would be pretty cool, but not 100% sure I want to risk it just quite yet :)

[@gerardolramos]

Wonderful! You're amazing. Thank you

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Gerardo!

[@tigranplayz250]

Is the aero scout good for my first ever plane?? (I practice on an app)

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Sure! Get this one, not the MINI... Aeroscout bit.ly/3ntOcFx (this one, good luck!)

[@royrosales81]

Nice video. Thanks.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thank you Roy! Glad you stopped by to watch!

[@GrotrianSeiler]

Great video. Why this one over the UMX Timber? I like that one a little more, to get me started. Thanks.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

This plane is a bit simpler to fly, and a lot cheaper, but the Timber UMX is FAR superior in many measures. I can guarantee that if you're new to RC planes, this plane will help you learn to fly...it did for me!

[@CM-he8ni]

Just got my plane , very helpful video. Lost it first time outm but found it!! How do I adjust it to dive quicker? The tail elevator does go up but much slower to dive than climb. Any advice most welcome, rhxs

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Get out of SAFE mode, (& go to "experienced" mode") then you can go straight down. Just be ready to pull the trigger, or turn SAFE back on if you're not an experienced pilot.

[@CM-he8ni]

Many thxs

[@agmonster610]

How long does the motor last before it has to be replaced and approximately how much flying time can you get out of the battery between charges ? Thanks!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I was getting about a week, but was flying between 10-15 times each day for 10+ minutes per flight. I was running a 300mAh lipo (vs the 150mAh that they come with).

[@kevindarkstar]

So about 16 hours before the motor is finished, give or take

[@671JK]

Did you have to CG it or it’s straight out of the box flight?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Pretty much, you just put it in the air. The lipo is so small, it's kinda a joke to play with CG. I agree it's a factor on most planes, but on the UMX'es there's hardly any difference in lipo position, so limited impact on a very forgiving plane....IE just fly it ;)

[@stevemattox6694]

Great video as usual brian. Always very informative. I’m just curious. Do you keep all these planes?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I'm a super hoarder...so yes :) Why, you want to buy one?

[@stevemattox6694]

Brian Phillips yes you got anything cheap lol

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

The funny part is that most of these planes are fairly cheap to begin with, but shipping them, once assembled can get pricey!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Oh, yeah...one more thing...I also seem to fly the planes until they're dead (or almost dead) :) LOL!

[@M7RAA]

Would you recommend the carbon cub s+ from hobby zone? I will either buy that or this sport cub s. And I want to invest in some batteries as well so I have a longer flight time. Should I go for one big battery or a couple of smaller ones?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I would get what's in stock, if you don't mind waiting, get the 200mAh packs, in the description. They're only a few buck more.

[@laseonestar]

Great little plane really awesome looking ;-)

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

For sure. I want the Carbon Z Cub, still, but not sure if I'm gonna get the Blue and White foamy, or the Hangar 9 ARF....they're both great, but the blue one is soooo much cheaper!

[@laseonestar]

Brian Phillips the hanger 9 is for sure a eyesight..but for bashing around the blue is great ;-) so no flaps mods for the little one here :-) Lase

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

LOL! I actually COULD add flaps. There IS a spare channel, if I recall....but not sure If I'm gonna do it. I might put lights on, super duper light, lights :)

[@laseonestar]

Brian Phillips hehe ;-) duper lights will also fit that bird nicely for sure.. good wind

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I had lights on my first Sport Cub S UMX, and it opened up flying her in the calm after sundown.

[@beatlelel3469]

is the transmitter full range?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

No, the one that comes with the RTF is a smaller range, so with my DX18, I can fly this thing so far away, I can't see it any more without loosing control, but with the RTF you get about a 100 yards or so, in my best estimation.

[@Tyler-es]

Does this plane have any extra ports to plug in a light kit?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

There IS An extra port (AKA called an "Xport", ironically enough) It has one or two extra pins on the plug, but you can plug in a linear micro servo, OR you can use a small connector to pull voltage for an LED kit, which is what I did. Just keep in mind, the little dinky servos run on lower voltage than a standard Rx, so your resistor values will be lower. Keep in mind, your lipo is only 4.2 VDC at full charge, so you're not gonna be into the 5-5.5VDC range that you'd have on a "full sized" receiver.

[@Tyler-es]

@@BrianPhillipsRC OK thanks

[@kwaka5704]

Hi Brian. Have a old Glasair sportsman I picked up second hand but think a smaller plane would be better for a first flight. Can you recommend the best out of my short list please. Sport cub s - champ s+ - original yellow champ - or the UMX Timber? Great videos by the way. Shame your affiliate links are not uk versions also.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Sport Cub S UMX - Best choice, since you can get RTF, and actually have everything. A Champ would be okay as a first plane, but SAFE makes it so much less scary as you're learning. The Timber UMX will be an awesome plane when you feel totally good on the Sport Cub S UMX Hope you make the plunge! You won't regret it!!!

[@rossrcfallacaro3422]

I know I ask a lot of questions and I’m probably becoming a pain in the neck, but I was thinking about getting the umx timber as a first plane and use a DSX8e transmitter. My reasoning is even though I am going to be using limited channels (4-6 at most) I would hate to have to purchase another transmitter once my flying progresses and would like to play around with more channels. What are your thoughts on getting the umx timber, which by the way, I can watch you fly that thing all day long, with the DSX8e transmitter?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You don't ask too many for me! I like questions, and you're one of the reasons this channel has been a success! I want to help, so ask away!!! You are NOT becoming a pain in the neck (...if you're really curious, just look over some of my conversations - LOL - I have about 1 out of 1,000 subscribers who are "pains in the neck", and they don't make up part of my audience anymore - jokes on THEM!) DX8e (I think you mean)... You will use all but ONE channel :) I completely, and totally agree with your rationale, as I've recommended this a FEW times this week. If you KNOW you're going to stick with it, spend the extra cash and get a DX8...WAY easier to setup...but the DX8e is quite a bit cheaper, which I realize is a REAL factor for most of us (me included!!!). MY ONLY ISSUE... ...with getting the Timber UMX, is that between it and the Transmitter, and Batteries, and Charger...you're gonna be tied up for a pretty good bit of cash. Would you consider instead, this path? Sport Cub S UMX RTF - amzn.to/2CA3npq ...this is a WAY less capable plane, that's still VERY cool, and being a new pilot, you will still be overwhelmed with flying this little beauty (I guarantee it, if you're really a new pilot!) This will cut your spending down by about 4-5 times, but your flight performance will be about 20% of the timber...and you'll thank me when you are still fixing the Sport Cub S UMX about 1,000,000 times before you're really "comfortable"... You can get the Timber and get really discouraged, and quit...OR you may be a super fast learner, and with SAFE Select, you may be okay...but I want to give you REAL and good advice (like what your parents give you, that you want desperately to ignore - LOL! - only to find out how right they really were)

[@charlesdubus6315]

Great review! Thank you! Would this plane be the best choice for a beginner, or have you got a better suggestion?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Charles, this plane is a great first plane, BUT it is only going to fly in very low wind OR inside a large gym. It's a great way to learn to fly, and a beautiful little Sport Cub! I'd highly recommend it.

[@martinthomas7767]

thanks alot very good

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You're welcome!

[@scopet420]

Great plane to start on!!! I have one in my collection in case someone wants to learn.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

It's just one of those planes you can actually learn to fly with, but it's not impossible to fix, even if you have to get a part here and there...they're very cheap.

[@spikedart]

Sure!

[@spikedart]

If you want to move it from your collection, I will take it off your hands, and pay for shipping or whatever. this would be my next step from 3 ch to 4.

[@scopet420]

spikedart I have one for sale if your interested?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I want to have this one for my son to fly :) Maybe you and Scopet420 could work it out? Thanks for the gesture though!

[@swanandb]

In other videos of this plane sometumes they do not get tge transmitter and this video you got it ...plz solve my confusion bro...i want to buy this plane...

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You can buy it as a BNF (Bind and fly, where you supply the Transmitter) or RTF (Ready to Fly, comes with everything you need to get started). Sport Cub S UMX RTF (READY TO FLY, like in the video) - bit.ly/2xN4WTO Sport Cub S UMX BNF (Bind and Fly - you supply the Transmitter and Battery) - bit.ly/2Zo0vKc

[@swanandb]

@@BrianPhillipsRC thanks but is it made in china and is it made of foam...

[@nikhilbhatt9114]

Hi Brian, I’ve commented on your other video about the OMP T720 which you said is great for a beginner. After coming across this videos which would you recommend? Both are beginner planes I see, but from your experience what would be best ? Thanks!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I think the OMP will be a little bit more capable, BUT the Sport Cub S will be EASIER to fly. The OMP will be more resilient to damage, while the Sport Cub S will TEACH you to fly better.

[@RAL686]

Yes I was curious on that xmiter you have there, and yes I sure don't have the 800ish for that unit... LOL

[@shckltnebay]

DX8 is all the radio you will need

[@Sam-w9des]

or DX6 gen3 all you will need

[@shckltnebay]

Go for the 8 you probably wont need more ch, the variable knob sure comes in handy

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I got mine for $405 shipped, and it was new, BUT only Gen1...and the guy replaced it for me when I had a slider go bad. I had to talk him into it, but he took care of me. The new one is a lot more, but you can get a DXe8 ( amzn.to/2wdO9rs ) for about $200 shipped... I had a USED DX8 first and I paid $200 for it. Best decision, and opportunity getting into the hobby that I could have ever got. I use the HECK out of my radio. I love it, and do sooooo much with it. It's a steep learning curve, but once you've got it, it's a lot of fun and fairly easy to setup. I've heard from others, that Spektrum has a good interface, but I'm a transmitter virgin...I don't know any better...I'm a one brand kinda guy :) LOL

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I have only used 10 channels ONCE...but will be using more as soon as Lemon-Rx offers a 12+ channel with stabilization. I think they told me they'd be releasing a 23 channel with stabilizer...or something crazy like that...but I'll believe it (and buy it) when I see it :)

[@catdakman1273]

A very complete video for people wanting to get into the sport. all I know so far is RTF and SAFE. Looking for a < $129. plane with a radio to learn... that flies slow with no wind.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

The Sport Cub S is a great RTF (Ready to Fly) option with SAFE (Sensor Aided Flight Envelope - Automatically levels the plane when you let go of the controls). This plane is right at your price point, and you will love it! I learned to fly with this plane, but it wasn't on THIS exact model. This was a part of my inheritance from my Grandpa, who passed away last year.

[@Incrediblebowlesmodels]

I learned on the apprentice s well beyond the price also a learning curve with grass

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

also a great choice ;)

[@jeremyhayes1242]

I have 2 of these and I have a hard time getting them to roll. I wonder if it’s just part of the design. I don’t have the RTF. I have BNF to my DX6. Rates are set to 100%

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Two things... 1) Are you 100% sure you're NOT in SAFE?2) If you are 100% sure you have SAFE turned off, then you can try to incorporate both FULL rudder and FULL Ailerons, and keep in the power. You will be able to do a roll. If this doesn't suit your fancy, move your control rods to the inside most setting on BOTH ailerons, and you'll gain quite a bit of roll authority.

[@jeremyhayes1242]

Brian Phillips yeah. It’s not in safe. It will do loops very easily. It will roll but it’s very slow to roll. I already moved the servo rods to the holes closest to the wings for the ailerons. I think it’s just underpowered to roll easily.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Shoot, I was hoping you'd be able to make it work better...sorry to hear that. I know she's not super powerful, and you'll have to almost nose dive her to get it to work, but you CAN technically do it ;)

[@elswaizer]

what is the maximum distance of the remote control ?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I don't know. There's a process in the manual for Range Test, but if you really want to know, just have someone hold the transmitter, and move the sticks, then walk back until you start to see strange or lack thereof behavior.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

It's LESS than "full range" radio systems, in these "batman" controllers...maybe a couple hundred feet...

[@56thSPSk970]

I want. BUT I want a larger a/c. What do you suggest. Never flown before.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Maybe an Apprentice S 1.5m RTF (ready to fly - means that you'll get everything in the box to fly...prior to the first crash - LOL...well, sorta lol...you will crash, like everyone else, btw ;) If you've NEVER flown, this is a GREAT choice for a total armature... Many of the other choices I'd recommend are fairly pricey as a "first plane", since you'd have to get a transmitter and battery and chargers...you know what I mean??? If the Apprentice S 1.5m (they also make a mini...but I'd get the 1.5m...1.5meter, and make sure it's RTF, not BNF - bind and fly...meaning you gotta have a transmitter FIRST )

[@Incrediblebowlesmodels]

It was my 2nd plane I had one without safe and it didnt last also didnt really like it . Got the apprentice and I actually enjoy flying on safe but as you said crashed a number of times thick grass is its mortal enemy

[@jbaum8804]

Good job, thx

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Jeff!

[@keithwhisman]

Have you tried it on 2S batteries? Flaperons?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

This plane only has a brushed motor, and it would catch fire with 2S... As for flapperons, I think you can, but you lose the AS3X and/or SAFE for that aileron. I HAVE done this with my F4U-4 Corsair UMX, which now has a SAFE/AS3X brick from my original Sport Cub S UMX. I know this comment could cause concerns for my well being (LOL), but this plane may actually not do so well with flaps. This one flies so close to stall speed that introducing a flap WOULD slow it down, and it would still be cool, but I think the added weight would cause a detrimental impact on overall performance. Maybe I'll do a video to show how once COULD do it if they wanted to do it ?????

[@keithwhisman]

Brian Phillips I was being a little snarky. I forget to leave a laughing emoji. Hehe. 😁

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I thought maybe that was what you were doing, but LOL! I was gonna start my comment (reply) with a "LOL" but I didn't want to be a jerk, since I wasn't 100% sure... BUT really, I did add flapperons to my F4U-4 Corsair, using the same electronics, so I could add it here too...but I'm not a huge fan of outboard flapperons, as I find them to make the plane fly "wonky"...while FULL length flaps work pretty good - I guess this plane has almost full length ailerons.....HUUUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM, you've got me thinking - Darn you!!!

[@fabricioqui]

Just got it! It flew great for 3 battery rounds... then when reconnected battery rudder turned fully to right and locked! Cant fly it! Every time we connect a battery the rudder clicks, turns fully right and it just beeps steadily... Thoughts??? Help!!!!!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

First, try to place it down level with all three landing gear on the ground or a flat table. Does it work after about 10 seconds? If NOT, you might have a linear servo issue. Is it JUST the Rudder, or other surfaces too? If COULD be the transmitter stick...I've seen this too...especially with the cheap RTF transmitters (They call them the Batman Controlled)

[@fabricioqui]

Brian Phillips thanks so much for this!!! i will contact Horizon as the plane has never flown like it should... after watching your vid, something just isn’t right. I tried levelling it and it works sometimes... then the right wind flap did the same thing: froze during the initial 10 second set up... also I have had to bind remote and plane EVERY time we were able to use it... is that normal??? And again, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR HELP!!! subscribed!

[@situbes.972]

I received one for birthday-xmass. At first, the rudder didn't work and safe was messed up. I didnt fly it at all. Took it back to hobby store. The rudder started to work. But safe was still messed up- had to be in nose high, large bank for control surfaces to be flush with the wing. They tried another controller- safe started to work right. When worker tried to fly it, safe mode started to act up again - needed an akward attitude for control surfaces to be flush with wings. I thing the unit is defective. I am waiting for replacement. This is my first airplane so i am afraid of damaging it. Can u land in tall grass without damaging it (throttle cut and it tip over)?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Sorry you got a bad one!!! Yes you can land in tall grass, and generally you will stop damage. Good luck!!! You can do it :)

[@situbes.972]

How long do the motor last?

[@JamesAustinTrickShots]

If you have 0% throttle and are in SAFE mode will it land itself safely?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

If the wind is calm enough, for sure! This plane is a GREAT flyer. She will glide just fine.

[@louden9765]

Where can u buy the cheap battery

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

A over the place, online. Here's some examples... amzn.to/2SMTa1V - 1X Stock 150mAh 1S 25C amzn.to/2LL3PcF - 4X Stock 150mAh 1S 25C packs amzn.to/2STOOWZ - 4X Bigger 220mAh 1S 45C packs ...but many, many more too choose from online.

[@willthole2982]

How do I take the gyros off?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You have to use FULL SAFE (Beginner) Intermediate (Limited bank angles only) or Expert (AS3X - stabilization only) - The short answer is you can't without changing out the multi-purpose brick.

[@pokemountain518]

Hey Brian do you think the carbon cub s+ is a good first plane? The thing is I started flying with EDF jets the F-22 was my first plane ever crashed it once due to wind and not good at flying. After that had no problems glued it back together and haven’t crashed since but for some reason I thought I could fly prop planes and really can’t like the F-22 but was just wondering if that’s a good plane.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

For the record this is a Sport Cub S UMX, not a Carbon Cub S+, if you weren't already aware. As for the Carbon Cub S+, it's gotta be one of the most over complicated planes I've ever had the chance to fly. YES, it is a good flying plane, but I'll let you in on a tip, bring a clean pair of drawers for the first time you hit the "geo-fence"...the plane will pretty much take over, for no apparent reason, and you'll be FREAKING OUT!!!! Other than that, and the generally HUGE pain in the rear end it is to even get in in the air....it does fly wonderfully! It's NOT a good first plane, in my opinion, for the aforementioned reasons, however, if you can tolerate these issues, and know your way around the modern RC systems, then you'll be fine. P.S. What a beauty, that Carbon Cub S+ really is!!!

[@pokemountain518]

Brian Phillips thanks a lot think I’ll stick to edfs for now lol and yea been rcing for ten years use to fly but gave it up but cause of the new technology I’m getting back into it but thanks again.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

EDF's are still super fun, just more frustrating for the newer pilots out there ;)

[@pokemountain518]

Brian Phillips yea they are I have the havoc 80mm and the freewing 90mm edf and there fast the havoc goes about 110 they said 140+ but never got it that fast yet

[@pokemountain518]

Brian Phillips and btw I got a prop plane today going to fly this weekend the blitz rc cessna182 was going to get the carbon cub but you help change my mind lol I don’t like charging around extra shorts lol

[@adamforest1986]

Where did the power lines go, dude nice neighborhood bro ur lucky

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

The new land has the power lines :) This is where we live now, but we're building that place now, and will be moving there in the next few months, when construction is complete. Wish we could afford to bury our primary service out there, but that'd be in the $50K's just to get past our yard... :(

[@joeg986]

Hey Brian, I noticed on mine that when you have the switch on zero that the oh crap button does not work, but when I switch to intermediate the oh crap red button works. Is that the way it is supposed to be? Thanks.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

The "oh crap" button does work all the time (regardless of Expert, Intermediate, Beginner mode being active) but it's a lot less noticeable when you're already in full SAFE (beginner mode). There is a bit of a "lag" when you press the "oh crap" button, where the system keeps trying to level the plane more aggressively, which is how you can tell that the button is working. You'll also notice that YOUR control inputs are more muted, and the SAFE seems to take over even more

[@Curiousman1-u9r]

Can you help please? I'm having trouble understanding some of the instructions. Basically, I need to manually adjust the trim. In the manual it says on page 13, that before adjusting the metal u bends on the servos, that you must press the trim buttons to return to centre, and 3 beeps will sound. But I'm getting confused because there's a long beep in the centre, when adjusting the trim, and not 3 beeps, as stated in the manual. The only time I get 3 beeps is when I reach the outer trim level, so are the servos in a central position when the three beeps sound? Or when the long beep sounds?

[@Curiousman1-u9r]

Its ok no need to respond, found out the manual is wrong on page 13. When it comes to manual trimming. The central position of the servo is the long beep in the middle. Not 3 beeps as stated in the manual.

[@RickySpanish-qh6eg]

I have this plane and I'm getting frustrated with how little wind there needs to be. I'm thinking of selling it and getting the UMX Timber. Can the Timber handle much more wind? I'm flying when my weather app says 0-5mph.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Great question - I fly my Timber UMX in pretty strong wind, but she's WONDERFUL on a calm day too! Definitely go for it!!! You won't regret the Timber UMX....it's a beast!

[@lw216316]

Brian, advice please, this Cub was my 1st 4 ch, I have one I use for parts. - good board/esc - thinking of using the receiver in a kit - my first, the Eachine Micro Skyhunter - would it work?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I don't know if you can drive a couple 9 gram servos off this little pcb, but I know you won't be able to use the built in brushed motor esc on this brick. If I recall, you might have a spare channel on the "Xport" which could be used to control a Brushless Motor via and external ESC, but you have to be careful...this PCB is rated for 1S, and you'll need 2S or 3S minimum for your ESC. My advice, don't plan on using THIS brick for your ARF, but it's a good swap out for another UMX plane, if you crash. I put one of these bricks in my F4U-4 Corsair UMX, so now I have SAFE on it :)

[@lw216316]

Thank you for saving me from a mistake !

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I'm glad to help where I can, but don't mean to take the wind out of your sails :)

[@bilalsiddiq2005]

Hi, this is my first plane. For the life of me I cannot figure out how to initialize the plane. I got it RTF, put the battery in, and it just won't respond to my controls in the transmitter. Can you help?

[@bilalsiddiq2005]

Is there a light that's supposed to turn on on all the models? I may not be putting in the battery correctly but I don't know how to tell...

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

It's gotta be level. is it 100% level?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Turn on the Transmitter FIRST, then turn plug in the plane.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

IF you have the battery plugged in right, there's a FAST, steady flash until the plane is bound, initially, to your transmitter. You got the "Batman" transmitter, right?

[@salvatoremessina7749]

Nice video! I bought this plane as my first rc plane after training myself with the simulator and this is fantastic, very easy to flight in safe mode! I also did my first landing with about 8mph wind without problems! I have a question because for the moment I have two batteries: the stock one and another elflite battery but with 45c... So is enough a timer of 3 minutes or I can put like 4? Thanks in advance! Bye from Italy :)

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

On this plane you should be able to get 5-10 minutes per 150mAh 1S pack. It does depend on how you fly too :)

[@salvatoremessina7749]

@@BrianPhillipsRC ok thanks :)... There's a way to know if the battery is low during the flight?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Well, there is a Low Voltage Warning. The motor pulses, at which point you will have a very limited time to land your plane, or you can usually get off the throttle, and glide to where you think you want to end up, then simply use the throttle for managing your rate of decent close to touchdown. It's not as hard as this answer makes it sound, but the lipos will "recover" a little if you had been hard on the throttle, then you let off...the voltage will come back up somewhat. At first signs of LVW I land, but it's better on your lipos if you can set a timer for maybe a minute or 30 second from the LVW. When and if you have a fluke where you blow through the pack quicker, the LVW will help save the lipos....BUT if you do it all the time you'll ruin your lipos pretty quick.

[@salvatoremessina7749]

Ok thanks for the answer :).... For the moment it fly very well and I did some crosswind landings without problems with safe... For next steep I point to umx timber or also the eflite mig 15 🤣

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I don't want to burst your bubble...there are times to just GO FOR IT, but I must warn you that you will be disappointed with Horizon Hobby's UMX EDF's....I have been 100% of the time, very regrettably. I'd definitely recommend the Timber UMX...it's AWESOME!

[@HEADBANGRR]

So the motor won't last that long. Ok. I'll look for another one. Thanks

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Yes, if you fly it like I did, the < $10 motor will eventually burn out...as will any brushes motor of this size. Unfortunate, but true.

[@MrMotorcycle1]

Wow I wish I lived in the US

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

We are blessed to be born here!

[@MrMotorcycle1]

Brian Phillips that’s right

[@Tyrell63]

Hi Brian. I don't have any mail address, that's why I'm writing here. Im just watching all (many) of your unboxing, maiden, review videos of RC planes here at YT. Based on your reviews, I have ordered my 1st 2 planes......and the RF 9.5 simulator (which Im using now for "mode 2 training" - cause Im a left hander, in the past I have the throttle on the right stick). Nevermind :-), not important. What I wanted to ask......is this possible for you to "bundle" your videos in playlists like "for beginners, for experienced pilots, for Noobs....."or similar? And/Or to have your personal (recommended) Top 5 of each section (e.g. which is most recommended for beginners, which one for Aerobatics training, which is the most scale plane, etc (for me, the No1 for best looking is the PT-17 :-) with 1.1m from Dynam) )

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Mode 1 is very popular too...but here in the US we generally use Mode 2. Some use Mode 3 and Mode 4, but they're much less common ;) Here's my SHORT list of beginner plane ;) (this will show you some cheap planes, and better ones below) Beginner list - Cheap vs WAY Better Here's two sets of options, Cheap (Above) and WAY Better (Below)... Cheap... (purchase links - I also have videos too, but you can just search my channel with the name and it'll come up) Sport Cub 500 amzn.to/36z22Or / bit.ly/3c3Yqqn Mini Trainstar amzn.to/2SHuzxr / bit.ly/2Xqk2Jy Micro Trainstar amzn.to/2QJtfaV / bit.ly/2JW7TUK WingDragon bit.ly/3aEwAC3 T28 bit.ly/3398xse F4U bit.ly/3h3OhNI P51 bit.ly/2JQDtDj OR WAY Better... (links for purchase AND playlists for my videos) Description - Purchase - Videos Habu STS 70mm RTF - bit.ly/38Kilv1 - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc5fYbIobNAtMUz2EoT7FGLl Apprentice 1.5m RTF bit.ly/2OIjVHd - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc4LA2ldEUZQMVWkJpCslxRc Carbon Cub S2 1.3m RTF bit.ly/3bS2r3O - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc4Y9gQ5S22B_3SXmtqylcmM T-28 Trojan 1.1m bit.ly/3eOh9Lk - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc6-_gHuXM6a1Nf_2nRxrmlc Apprentice Mini RTF bit.ly/2OIjVHd - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc43Qw4KNOOfzt14n6ZBo3LS Sport Cub S2 UMX bit.ly/3cDYUW1 - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc5gY8qX_x8kAJq3glGMXjDy Aeroscout 1.1m - bit.ly/30MNn1c - WE JUST FILMED THIS, but not uploaded yet :) With the "WAY Better", you'll be in it for more cash, but you're going to have a higher probability of success, which means you may WASTE less cash overall. When you're new, you want the BEST, which sounds kinda weird, but it's TOTALLY 100% right on - let me know in a year, if I was right ;) I only know from personal experience, and hundreds, if not thousands, of people's feedback. The "Cheap" options, are FUN and really cool too, but you'll LEARN to fly better with the "Loads Better" options. P.S. We'll be here to help you how we can ;) Good luck!!!

[@sanfordgraham1603]

kool

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks!!!

[@HarryNolen-l8g]

Brian how can I order this plane all I have is a debit card I want this plane

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You should still be able to order through Horizon Hobby... or at least you could last time I checked. Check the link and see if it works for you... bprc.me/SportCub This is a great plane... the one I really learned to fly on!

[@daveyfromdownsouth7889]

You think flying an rc plane is hard wait till you try a real plane. Real planes are very scary XD. Good vid man I'm hoping I get this plane for Christmas right now I have a 3 channel plane and I want to be able to coordinate my turns with the alerons and ruder but New Mexico gets a little windy some days so maybe I should keep looking

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

For sure! This plane will need pretty calm conditions, but it's such a slow flier than you can easily fly it in a gym or a large out-building. It's a great learning plane, but if you want something that will handle the wind a bit better, check out the Timber UMX - an EXCELLENT plane, but far more advanced...and still has SAFE Select, if you want to use it. Only BIG issue is that you need a proper transmitter to use that plane, rather than a "Batman" transmitter, which means it's quite a bit more expensive ;(

[@daveyfromdownsouth7889]

Well I think I may have found something that's a little affordable but it's not as beginner friendly it's the edge a430 from xk. Maybe I will look into getting a proper transmitter because I have like 4 transmitters for all of my stuff lol. I've been flying dronse for about 2 years now so it's probably time that I do that.

[@benjijazz1380]

I flew mine in 8 mile an hour wind

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

WOW- was it flying backwards???

[@mrkmh1]

As a beginner, I did get a Sport Cub S and found it to be too underpowered and too short of flight time to be practical.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

It's got it's limitations, but I loved it. Have you tried the Sport Cub 500 by Echeane?

[@mrkmh1]

@@BrianPhillipsRC No but I did just get a UMX Turbo Timber it is amazing and I think by far a better for a beginner than the two beginner planes that I have the Sport Cub S and the Carbin Cub s+. The UMX Turbo Timber which is supposed to be an intermediate plane and probably for good reason, things can go bad fast when you take it out of safe mode.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Oh yeah, Timer UMX is AWESOME! I realized I said Echene and I meant Volantex RC Sport Cub 500...ooops!

[@powg2]

The torture I put this poor thing through... Tough on the little batteries though.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Mine too!!! It was worth it for me ;) LOL

[@keithwhisman]

It’s awesome that we now have the technology to make trainers out of very nice airplanes, gone are the days you had to learn to fly on a ugly plane. You can get a large nitro P51 mustang that comes with clear plastic wing enhancements that make the plane have a super low stall speed coupled with a nice self correcting flight controller you have a very nice warbird that is a simple to fly forgiving trainer by I believe tower hobbies.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I have SAFE on my Spitfire 1.2m, Esteban's P-47D 1.2m has SAFE, and the new P-51D will have SAFE too. It would be maybe a bit challenging being it's a tail dragger, and high P-factor to deal with, but you can get the full size Timber 1.5m and be flying from almost anywhere!!! The options are so wide and awesome!

[@breadturkey2929]

I use 250 mah in mine

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I've flown as much as 500mAh, but does require some small mods to make it fit.

[@TheStickyBusiness]

Very disappointed you forgot the BUILD part 😂 🤣

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

KZbin TROLL!!!!! JK LOL....this WAS a Horizon HobbyUMX build...I'm glad you got the joke :)

[@looneytunes47]

Looks like a Baby Toy!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

It's for beginners, but I still love to fly it, especially if it's calm out, and indoors too.

[@looneytunes47]

Yeah indoor,s would be a Good Wind Shield for it...

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

true :) this UMX doesn't play well with wind!

[@Andrew-bo7yy]

Flip flops

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Hi there again, Andrew

[@kevin84lee]

Haha..... Lol. "Not on camera...."

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

this is code word for..."also never" LOL

[@kevin84lee]

Brian Phillips so that means, thankfully for us viewers, we will always have her expert cinematography. She needs to know she hardly ever misses a shot! I'm sure you've watched others who aim but fall far from their goals of sharing videos documenting their spectacular flights - they're in abundance. I enjoy your channel very much. I feel like I'm actually just hanging out with a fellow rc enthusiast when watching your posts. Keeep'em coming! Thanks for the great content

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I'm glad it's not all in my head :) Thanks for the kind words - you're definitely in good company here!

[@catdakman1273]

Are you doing this for beginners???? You're loosing them

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

What would you like to see?

[@ddiver7908]

meh..i'd rather get a drone

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

This is for beginners. If you know how to fly a drone, you can probably fly this plane okay...

[@roadkill5838]

Too fragile of a plane with safe even. I've had three now. Not buying another.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Why are you buying new ones? If you're breaking them, this is a great opportunity to learn to fix them. Mine was one big chunk of CA and kicker by the time I retired it.

[@roadkill5838]

@@BrianPhillipsRC lol! I did fix them. Two ended up flying away and never were found. One I still have and will attempt repairs. But I'll not buy another. I'm moving on to bigger , better things. The one I still have, I will keep for a long time weather it flies or not. I learned to fly without safe on with it. And learned inverted flight with it. It needs a few small repairs and possibly a new motor, but I'm trying to save up for an fms Olympus.

[@roadkill5838]

I've crashed my carbon cub three times now... Still flies great! Foam glue and clear tape are awesome!

[@bumblur]

The wind took mine away from me.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! My neighbor's was taken away, and we got it back a mile or a mile and half to the south...in waist high grass!!! I'm sure you've figured this out, but you gotta get out of SAFE and hope you can point her strait down, but even then if a storm front comes through, you could be put in a situation preventing recovery.