HobbyZone | Horizon Hobby - Sport Cub S UMX V2 - Unbox, Setup, Flights

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[@BrianPhillipsRC]

All @ 38:40 I accidentally said, "generally the further out the more change (movement) you're going to get from the same amount of output on your servos" - I said this part backward. What I meant to say was ..."the FURTHER IN, the more the movement will be"... My apologies for any confusion this may have caused anyone.

[@JessieGresham-rr3nb]

That's no problem Brian I knew what you was trying to say no problem you have really helped me a great deal because I love flying those RC airplanes

[@DavidRinnan]

I bought the same some weeks ago as a first plane. Very simple to get started!! It can fly incredibly slow in safe mode. I am now running in advanced when I fly but I prefer safe when landing or when going really slow. When I go out I have 4 220mah batteries and I get 1 almost an hour of flying. I suggest putting the battery as far forward as possible. As a beginner it took maybe 8 batteries to begin feel somewhat ok with advanced mode. I have flown about 20 batteries now and still have to panic into safe sometimes 😀 this plane teach me to fly without a simulator and without costing lots of cash in repairs, yet, thanks to safe :)

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You sound like me when I started. Do you lust for flying when you see a flag hanging down to the ground? That was me. I'd be driving and watching the flag still in the atmosphere and I'd be dying to get home to fly!!! So glad my planes can handle more wind now-a-days; but what a way to learn!!!

[@haldial2459]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Instead of a flag, I look for still limbs hanging down from the birch tree!

[@clean1566]

This was my first airplane also, (not counting the Cox Stuka gas lanyard plane I got as an 11 year old, which I never flew) and it has taught me a lot. I moved up to a UMX Timber to fly in windier conditions. Both great models! I'm going to let my grandson try the Sport Cub S for his first flight. As far as those who wish they were brushless, I don't think it would fly as slow, and that's the beauty of this model. You don't want speed when you're learning. Keep up the great content!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I TOTALLY agree!!!! I thought the V2 was gonna be brushless...but was bummed it was brushed :( I guess it's a LOT lighter, but still...what a great plane!

[@thawkins426]

Thanks Brian, you covered how to get started in flying RC. Your camera crew does a great job showing the details and capturing the flying planes..

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Tim! We're so glad to share this with such an amazing audience!!!

[@bschmidt323]

Thank you for the detailed and very informative video. My 4yr old son and I received this plane as a gift. We are already to RC car/trucks, however this is our first plane ever. Just got back home after our first successful flight and it was a blast! Can’t wait to get back out.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Glad it was helpful! So much fun coming! You'll be an addict in no time ;) Welcome!!!

[@ganrlane07]

Hey Brian, man I just wanted to tell you thank you. I find my self turning to your videos alot. Your like that friend everyone has or should have that you turn to when you have not a clue what you are doing lol . I've been into the rc hobby for 15 years and now just getting into planes and your videos have been life savers. Especially setting up my NX6 to the yellow eflite t-28, apprentice sts, and sport cub (more to come im sure). So again i can't thank you enough sir for what you do! Keep up the good work! You and your camera crew!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks, and glad you're getting some good out of the videos! We'll be here as you advance through the ranks of RC flight!

[@Cosme422]

I love flying this in high wind lol… it stays in a harrier and even goes backwards! 😂😂😂

[@BillKisel]

Thanks Brian! I know this is an older video but it was just what I needed to setup my Sport Cub S with my first hobby grade/programable TX. I got the NX8 delivered to me yesterday (which BTW I ordered thru Amazon using your Amazon link) and after a few hours of playing around could not find a Preset for this Cub. I did a YT search and found this video and followed along, with a lot of starts. stops and rewinds, and was able to bind my Sport Cub S 2 and NX8. I used a different switch for the modes in order to match my RF9.5 simulator controller. I reversed the throttle cutoff switch because to my Polish mind it just makes more sense. I've got an new unboxed UMX Turbo Timber to bind and since its in the radio will use the Preset for the model - wish me luck. That'll be tomorrow because right now this 76 year old brain feels fried and in need of a glass or two of wine. 😊 Also got a FT Simple Cub built that has been waiting for me to get a TX and RX. Got a Lemon RX on order and think I've seen an older video of yours where you do a Lemon receiver setup. I'll need to find it again to help me through that setup. Will also need help getting through my first time setting rates, mixes, sub trims, etc., etc. AND I've got to get this all done before Alzheimer's sets in! 😊 [Maybe shouldn't joke about something like that?] Thanks once again to you Brian and your camera crew.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Bill K - I'm so glad you got it. Keep in mind, with the NX8, you will have so much stuff you can do, you'll be able to fly virtually anything! The drinking-inducing first crack at setting up the plane will be an investment in your next planes!!! I promise you'll be glad you did it, but it will be a challenge for a while. So smooth, and very refined, I trust you'll LOVE the improvement you get with it!

[@MikesHobbyPlanet]

I also learned to fly on a Hobby Zone Super Cub from 2008. My friend just bought this as his first plane under my recommendation. It is insanely easy to fly. Highly recommend. Also your wife is super cool for filming you all the time especially in your 3 hour videos!! Nice flying!!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Very cool! Yeah, my camera crew is awesome!!! She's so good to me!

[@jeffreystone7327]

The opportunity to fly with your son is amazing. At 64 years now, it makes me miss those days. As for the plane? What a little sweetheart. You have been giving me great advice on the UMX series the last week or so. Thank you. As for the indoor flying that you mentioned a little earlier this evening. This in addition to the UMX Night Vapor that I have, would make for a lot of fun during the winter. Thank you for your patience and help Brian. Greatly appreciated. Now to go finish watching the rest of this video.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

yes, the night vapor is good for the living room! Gotta get that one at some point - BUT the cats killed one of mine, so cat owner be ware ;)

[@bigriceburner]

There are many options out here for us noobs but I think I’ll buy this model today. After 20 plus quadcopters, it’s time to learn fixed wing. Thank you for the informative videos.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Do it!!! If you've got that much experience with quads, you may find this super easy! When you progress on from there, we have so many good ideas for you Butch. Hope you'll be back for more ;) (in order from most to least expensive - beginner planes that may be really good for you) 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 - I haven't reviewed the 1.1m YET...but it's supposed to be REALLY GOOD

[@chrisr.1042]

I'm buying this for my son for his birthday next month. Thank you both again- your content is doing so much good for the hobby.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Chris! Sport Cub S2 UMX bit.ly/3cDYUW1 Good luck!

[@chrisr.1042]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Thank you, Sir

[@spinnaker5514]

Hey Brian, I had already bought an Apprentice S but have not flown it yet. You got me so excited about flying this plane I just ordered the BNF because it was on sale for Black Friday! So I think I'll keep the Apprentice in the box and start out on this plane. Thanks so much for taking the time to make these very informative videos. If it wasn't for you I wouldn't have had the courage to think I could do this. Also, I love the fact that you included your 10 year old son and flew together. I wish my father and I had done this when I was growing up! Now I'm just waiting anxiously for my Cub to arrive and for a good calm day to get out there! Thanks again, Bill S.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Bill - so glad you're taking the plunge! Remember a few things... 1) Don't give up when you crash - you WILL! 2) Fly a LOT. Fly enough that your wife has to tell you to stop - this will quicken the learning curve. 3) Buy glue - you'll need it ;) 4) When the plane stops working because it's too heavy (from glue) - get the next plane. 5) You will not believe me know, or after your first few flights, but you will be a competent flier in a few short months, if you fly a lot. You are 100% responsible for how FAST you learn. Muscle memory will not go away fast, but it takes a LONG time to get it down. 6) Don't get down on yourself if you make a mistake - you will - just learn from every crash, every stall, every bouncy landing. You will soon have less and less errors to correct. 7) KEEP LEARNING - when this stops, you'll cease to be flying ;) Good luck!

[@spinnaker5514]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Great advice, luckily I'm not married so I can fly as long as I have battery power! LOL! I'm already eying my next plane after I beat this one up and get my Apprentice banged up too! I want the Piper Cherokee! I think that will be my end all, be all plane. I love to watch scale flight and you made it look so impressive. That will have to wait though, just bought a DX6 from someone never used still in unopened box for 120.00 on eBay! So I hope the Piper will still be available when I am ready! Thanks again! Bill S.

[@renepedersen9340]

I all so. Want .the epprintice 1,2mm. S 2/ 3s .I think. Wow it was really nice to SE how slow /and fast .I cut fly. I,m .just beginning to start again. I thank you for your help,Brian . Mvh RENE Pedersen.Danmark.

[@chrisrc845]

Hi Brian thank you for taking the time and patience to help people get started in this wonderful Hobby as It can be quite daunting for new model aviators... and an excellent informative walkthrough Really helps well done...best wishes Chris

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Very welcome, and I hope new pilots will understand it's totally DOABLE!!!

[@jeffrens9218]

Hey Brian, I just picked up a Sport Cub S. I have two 150mAh batteries that have been sitting around since my Blade Micro Heli days. Thought they were dead and gone. Wouldn’t take a charge. I got out my Spektrum Micro Lopo charger, SPMXC1040 to see if it would charge the batteries. No luck… until I tried to charge another 1S battery with it. No luck so I thought. The second battery on the same channel gave a boost to my old 150mAh pack. I then transferred the 150’s to my Celectra charger and WHAMMO. They took off charging. Thanks for the tip of using another Lopo to kick start what was thought to be a dead and down battery!!!!!🤘

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You can usually cheat some voltage into them with another battery and then they'll "Equalize" but just gotta be careful...the solder on the connectors CAN melt if it's too FAST, which is how I burned my fingers when I was just getting into the hobby a few years ago ;) LOL - fortunately, I threw the 1S pack into the sink, and soldered the lead back on and no problemo ;)

[@joehazelquist3037]

Dang it, Brian! Thanks a bunch for this. I got one from your link and I am full on addicted. I've got this thing stuck in trees, crashed it, broken it and glued it back together so many times. Like a kid in a candy store, I already have eyes on all the other pretty planes I aspire to fly one day. And it's all your fault. Ok, maybe not ALL your fault since I was an aviation enthusiast already, but you're an enabler. :-) Keep up the good work.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You're welcome Joe ;)

[@ADVJason]

Just bought this plane a couple days ago. Got it out in "safe" mode throttled up it went straight up 30-40 feet and nosed dived into the ground. Checked and made sure I was in safe mode and it repeated this time hitting the pavement and breaking the nose cone off and the nose of the plane cracked....Trimmed it with the controller and got it to fly kind of... Checked the CG and its tail heavy with the battery all the way forward. Picked up Foam safe CA (got to love foam) fixed everything and now going to get the CG right. I can't wait to see a nice day to fly it now. I should have known better and checked but I didn't even think about it being off with all of what I had heard about the plane. Thanks for the great video I can't wait for mine to fly that good.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Good luck!!! Keep at it - foam will be re-glued many times ;)

[@ADVJason]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Yeah no big deal. I expected I'd crash it pretty quick. I was just hoping I would miss the parking lot I slammed it into. lol

[@davidweston1031]

Mr Brian this was my first plane still flying but glued and taped together moving on to next plane umx ultra crazy good Thank you for your help learned alot.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

WOW, that's a leap! Good luck David!!!

[@markdeprest527]

Thank you, your video convinced me this was a great starter for me, I have one issue with motor mounting … there is nothing supporting the top side of the mounting tabs … I added two small pieces of 5mm thick foam 1/2” squares on either side of the motor so when the fuselage is together the two foam pieces rest on the inside of the top of the fuselage and brace the motor from NOSE IN landings that happen in grass landings. I have two of these planes now and I love them for a grab and fly planes. My wife has bought me a Horizon Apprentice S 2 for Christmas and I am looking forward to flying a larger plane, but I live in Michigan and the winters can be very long and windy. Your long review of the Apprentice S 2 convinced me that the Apprentice S 2 was my next plane. I am still a beginner with about 20 to 30 hours actual air time flying FT Easy planes with twin pushers and differential thrust to control flight and wanted to try control surfaces that I actually control. The Sport Cub S 2 is the perfect next step. … you are way better than RC Saylors!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Mark! Sounds like you're well on your way to a basement full of planes too ;) Winters here are long and windy too...then sprinkle in some daylight savings time, and flying becomes a weekend only even :( I wish we could set the clocks forward in fall to get back my evenings after work!!! Thanks Mark for the kind words!

[@mikebuckpitt]

No one is better than anyone, we are all one. May God Bless Us All. The most important thing in life is helping others. Brian Phillips, Film Crew(Meghan

[@mikebuckpitt]

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[@mikebuckpitt]

Brian Phillips, Film Crew(Meghan Phillips), Family and RC Saylors you are all Godsends, keep up the great work, we couldn't do it without you, stay positive and happy, may all your landings be smooth and soft. I am going to fly my UMX Turbo Timber and UMX A-10 in the Desert in Tucson AZ. My friend loves RC Airplanes and I am going to his camp in the desert to let him fly one of my planes, because, he is really into planes, but, hasn't had the money to put into the hobby and hasn't flown for years. He builds all types of planes from scratch and can't afford to buy the necessary electronics to achieve rc powered flight. He will fly today and I am positive that he will be happy and this will make his day, his smile will make my day. Thank you again for everything you do, have done, and most certainly will continue to do in the future. Meghan your AWESOME!

[@BillKisel]

Thanks for another both fun and informative flight and unboxing video. Also, your "camera crew" is top notch. I've been flying both a Hobbyzone Champ and WlToys Cessna 182 but am strongly considering an upgrade to the UMX Turbo Timber over the Sport Cub S 2. Any reason(s) you'd think it smarter to upgrade to the Cub first?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

No, get the Turbo Timber UMX and you'll absolutely LOVE IT! Turbo Timber UMX - bit.ly/3aGrMtI

[@BillKisel]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Thanks for your reply. What TX should I get for the timber? I only see myself with a few UMX size planes to fly mostly over my 2 acre front lawn.

[@mikebird8290]

Hi Brian I've WATCHED this video loads of times. I LOVE IT! THAT GREAT PLANE and THIS VIDEO are PERFECT. Shows EXACTLY what this plane is made for LEARNING to fly or TEACHING some one to fly. HOW MUCH FUN it is THANKYOU Brian and Camera crew for a PERFECT VIDEO 🇬🇧🛫🛩️🚁✈️🛬♥️ RC 👍🤩

[@mikebird8290]

SORRY and Andrew👍♥️

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks for remembering Andrew too ;)

[@nicksantitoro]

Flew this for the first time today with my jumper t8sg. I ran out of trim for the rudder and it was slowly turning left the whole time. I had to do a mechanical adjustment when I came home. I’m sure it will fly great next time, maybe better in a little less wind too. Was about 8-10 mph gusts today. My first plane was a Volantex sport cub 500, that’s a great plane to learn on too. Started flying about a year ago.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Good for you Nick!!! Glad to hear you're figuring our the trim, but that seems a bit strange...lot of adjustment. Keep a close eye on the YAW behavior.

[@nicksantitoro]

@@BrianPhillipsRC when I turned the plane on and bound it the rudder was about 1/4 to the left. It took all the right trim in the transmitter to get it to almost center, but the plane still made a slow left turn. I did buy the plane pre owned so maybe the pushrod adjustment point got bent out slightly. I just squeezed it a bit with some pliers.

[@markmisener1207]

Those clouds in the background are PERFECT for filming. That A-10 would look "GOOORGEOUS" up there. Thanks for the video you two.!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Glad you enjoyed it! I sometimes wish I could PAUSE time and just film for about 30 hours straight

[@Jesterofthedeadyt]

Hey so my propeller came unattached in the inside

[@Jesterofthedeadyt]

How would I fix it?

[@raminkt4466]

Nice video indeed. I have the Version 1. Great first plane for the beginners but very sensetive to a bit windy weather since it's too light.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

yeah, gotta be calm!!!

[@legokid8635]

I already had my first flight with the sport cub s 2 it was really fun

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Congrats! I bet you're hooked ;)

[@richpalmisano1740]

After watching several videos related to this model, yours basically sealed the deal. Bought the RTF version today. Cant fly because of the weather but its ready to go. I got a few extra cells as well... The sickness begins...

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Yes, exactly! Welcome to the wonders of the hobby!!!

[@old-rcplane-phart]

Astounding! I relearned to fly on my valiant! Tho Friday, from me for my birthday, I ordered one of these! (Actually, my service dog bought it 4 his daddy. Army veteran.)👍

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Awesome! Thank you for your service! You got one cool dog!!!

[@armycopter]

Brian I really like your channel. I am a total noob with these and bought the sport cub s2 just for fun. After a couple flights I bought the carbon cub s2 just to handle a little more wind but I really like both of them. I usually fly this one first to to warm up and then switch to the carbon cub after about 5 battery packs. I also have a sim which does help with orientation. Thanks for a great informative channel I look forward to watching more of them. Nice runway/driveway btw!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Welcome aboard! So glad you're getting into the progression. Soon you'll be scouting for a good flying sight for your 80mm F-16 ;) We're here for you if you need help along the way, and we'll help you pick between the million choices of RC planes, half of which are crap ;)

[@Jack-gy7cs]

Yep, great plane. I was flying inverted (too close to the ground) and broke the prop shaft. I know, but I'm very much a beginner. Looking to upgrade to a 3000Kv motor and receiver/ESC. Any suggestions? So happy to see your son joining you. Family hobbies are a real plus. Camera Crew did a fantastic job as usual. :)

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Jack! I think this plane would be best upgraded to a Timber UMX ;) if you're really wanting the Brushless ;)

[@Jack-gy7cs]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Funny you should mention the Timber as I was thinking about and researching the UMX Turbo Timber just today. Probably order one next week but I still want to put a brushless in the Sport Cub S2 to make it more fun in general and able to handle a little wind.

[@robertcrase9759]

love this vid and love this plane I started with plane as my first real plane can't tell you how many times its been glued and taped up, and motor and gear boxes I've been through, you learn how to fly and repair love your'e guy's video's your education and humor keep up the great work

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Awesome! I agree, mine was a flying piece of glue by the time I was onto the next one ;)

[@JessieGresham-rr3nb]

Brian I bought me a sport Cub I had never flown anything but a Cessna but you made that look like so much fun along with your son I just had to have one

[@pval3]

Brian, Thank you for a great Cub s2 video. picked up the cub at a garage sale.. "gave up flying it because it kept getting in the trees".. don't really understand that logic. I am an old sailplane, sport and mini plane pilot. Have been using my jr10x since new (long time ago) and then segue into the 9303 with the 9ch DSM2 module/9503.. my dad had the 7202 and then DX7. Programming in that was the same as the early dx6 and similar to the 9303 and 9503 None of the old or new modules will work with this "new" Horizon chip and none of the older stand alone TX of the past will work with it either... This little beast forced me to make the switch to the DX9 black. You have the advantage of only working with new Spectrum programming. Your style of explaining with the errors built in are incredibly helpful. There are so many new features incorporated into the radio that I have been struggling to make the jump to flight speed! Your demonstration of the safe and the 3 modes were very helpful. I linked to your battery link and picked up the higher capacity pack.. there is now a higher 45C battery (Tiny whoop probably) that may fit and give a little extra oomph for pulling the floats. Already had that charger.. your dead on the money with it, works pretty much anything that is on the market today and does it safely.

[@neilhoogendoorn8045]

I cant wait to buy this and fly it in the gym at the school I work late at night when no one is around. 🤫😁

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

AWESOME!

[@stormycannon8904]

I am definitely a beginner so hopefully I will be able to fly with your help, 🙏

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You can do it! I started just a few short years ago - in fact, if you want, you can actually go back and watch from the beginning!!! Either way, good luck and glad to have you here with us!

[@charlesmccullough7149]

I bought this model and when it arrived the battery cable was inside the fuselage, I tried to get it out with tweezers and was unable to. I contacted customer support and was told to remove the tape to separate the model into two pieces and retrieve the battery cable. I shouldn't have to do that on a new model. This is not the first time I have had quality control issues with their products and I know I'm not the only one. I wish you could talk about this in one of your videos that might help force them to take quality control more seriously. Thanks for all you do for the hobby!!!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I talk about all sorts of strangeties that we run in to, but how would I talk about an experience I haven't had? As for the cable being shorter/unreachable, maybe yours got stuck in the glue on the under-side of the multi-purpose brick? If so, the real huge pain about that is there's really no other way to get to it without cutting the fuse in half, and yes, I totally agree you shouldn't have to do this... NOW, as for a beginner plane, you may find that it's somewhat commonplace to "open" the Sport Cub S2 UMX, and doing so can be accomplished with almost no damage, if this wasn't already explained. The issue, of course, is that this does take tools (Xacto knife) and tape (clear scotch tape OR packing tape that's ripped down to thin)....and it's not the easiest thing to do when you're new with foamies, and/or new with splitting umx models. I can assure you, once it's taken apart and put back together, you will not notice damage, unless you cut it badly. You have to cut shallow, and RIGHT on the seam! DO NOT REMOVE TAPE! Add tape when you're done and putting it back together, so that when you close it up, you'll have a small piece on TOP of the existing, factory applied tape. No paint lost, and still looks 100%. It works like a charm, and yes, I've done it probably 20 times or more. Please use care not to unplug the top from the bottom, if not necessary. The MicroPH connectors inside are super hard to tell where they go, when you're not sure what you're looking at. I marked all of mine with different color markers so I can get them back to the appropriate spots, BUT it's still hard to tell what direction they insert so the marker trick works well. If you need help seeing how to do it, we have filmed it many times, but you'll need to look through the playlists to find a project. P.S. I had to grab my battery lead out of one of the three that we have too, but I got it on the first or second attempt, so I have to assume your issue is more prevalent than mine.

[@charlesmccullough7149]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Thanks for your reply Brian and you solved my problem! Not pulling the tape off will preserve the paint job and adding new tape will fix everything. Thanks so much for your advice. I think it's time to get busy fixing my plane.

[@BearmanRc]

my came the same i used a paper clip with a u bend on one side to grab the wire..

[@charlesmccullough7149]

@@BearmanRc That's a great idea!

[@aquaticthumb5193]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Prevalent widespread in a particular area or at a particular time. "the social ills prevalent in society today"

[@coolbreazmike]

Brian, last week I ordered an NX10 from HH...I've mastered the product manual already.. I ordered another Sport Cub and Aeroscout fuselage today....What! Oh No! after I placed the order I realized that I needed batteries for it... so... I signed into HH again thinking oh they're really going to stick it to me on this mistake (I'm having crow for dinner)... No way! I had not only accrued more Member bonus points but, the order was entirely covered by points!.. NO Charge! I really appreciate them and feel as though they're trying to go above and beyond their service to me....I can't say enough great things about you and HH.. Thank you so much Buddy...and HH I'll be back! Love the nails CC!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Excellent! Glad you're with us, and glad you picked such a sweet Radio!!! Now you're married to the hobby, and we'll be here while you work through the ranks ;)

[@MWall711]

Really liked the velcro on the shrink wrap for the batteries. Thanks.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Great!

[@originafreerangechicken]

Congrats on the Horizon Hobby Show; Brian!, You were awesome,,,!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks so much! It was nice, I only wish I could have seen all the comments, since I would have liked to call out names ;)

[@oldmanoutside6319]

I'm 66 yrs. old and new. Was in the hobby 30 yrs. ago with fuel. Will it hurt anything to use a battery with say 25C if it comes with one that's 20C? This is a discharge to the motor value that says what it can do if asked but not necessarily what it does all the time, correct or not? It shouldn't matter all else being the same. Higher Mah the same? Outstanding work, my hat is off to the camera crew!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

No, the higher C rating is a GOOD thing. Won't hurt anything. C rating = how fast you can discharge (and charge) the battery - Higher is always better, even if you don't need it. mAh (Milliamp hours / Amp Hours) = overall capacity of the battery. Bigger is better, but generally heavier. 1S = This speaks to the number of cells in SERIES. I know, pretty stupid to say 1S, but then we use 2S, 3S, 4S, 5S, 6S, 8S, 12S, 24S...and so on and so forth. This speaks to the voltage of the battery in terms of 4.2V per cell. Add that number together as you count UP...thus 3S would be a 12.6 Volt pack at full charge. You'll get it all worked out, but there's a lot of confusing things to overcome for getting back into the hobby. We help with these things all the time. Please ask, but I'm sorry for the delay in reply, I was gone for PPG training in IL, so just working to get caught up.

[@oldmanoutside6319]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Thank you for clearing that up, I hate to bother people with stupid stuff I should know at my age. Your very kind to respond to my question.

[@thilofrisch9894]

By far the best entry level trainer .

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I agree, but only if you get calm weather where you live ;) I learned to fly on mine.

[@BillKisel]

I wound up getting this plane. Have had about a dozen crashes, 3 or four "tree" landings and have logged about 160 flights. Something like half om my crashes and tree landings were due in big part to flying with to much wind and the other half just rookie stuff. I can also recommend this model as a first plane - just don't fly it on windy days. Most days in my area are calm just after sunrise and just before sunset. I just bought RF9.5 instead of an RC Plane upgrade. Will have fun and learn on the simulator this Fall and Winter and get a new/upgraded plane come next Spring.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

This is true, Bill. I personally had the same experience...only I logged more crashes than you ;) LOL

[@BillKisel]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Now as I think about it I probably did have more crashes. I should also log/count my crashes and not just my flights. A lot of early crashes were "caused" by going out of SAFE at to low an altitude and losing control by over reacting and trying to recover without using the panick button or flipping back into SAFE. I don't make that mistake anymore.

[@flightdirection8122]

I had one of those and lost it in a wind storm and now watching this video thats what it did, it went in circles

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

yeah, when it gets out of range, it locks the rudder and cuts the throttle, and you can go right into a thermal!!! My neighbor had this happened and we FOUND it like a mile away in chest high grass!!!!

[@brianchambers1515]

Great video guys and camera crew😉 making memories is what it's all about and I also see crepe paper hanging from the back of those airplanes in the future

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Sounds like fun!

[@SharneAndrews]

Thanks! Enjoying mine, and doing lessons at my local club with a pandora

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Was that a typo? I don't know what a "pandora" is...unless you're talking about listening to music ;)

[@SharneAndrews]

Brian Phillips haha! No it’s one of those multi configuration planes. Worth looking at. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5apZWuZnN9pZq8

[@matty-dc4pq]

Greetings from Australia, couldn't help noticing some of your footage looks straight out of realflight sim. Perhaps horizon would consider adding your home to available airfields. Keep up the good work,your an awesome ambassador for the rc community. Matt.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Matt - the thought has been discussed - Maybe some day ;)

[@tonythehitman1]

Ok I’m sold. This will be my first plane. I’m sold when he cut the controller off

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

This plane is GREAT, but it does have to be really calm wind to work well...just an FYI. If that doesn't work (the dead calm wind conditions in your area) here's a few other great beginner planes for you to consider...and my videos about then too ;) 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 - I haven't reviewed the 1.1m YET...but it's supposed to be REALLY GOOD

[@seth_chubs]

Lol yup me too

[@seth_chubs]

Ok thank you

[@mgamga9476]

@@BrianPhillipsRC yes that sold me. Only different video. Actually the guys battery fell out of the plane when he was doing loops. The plane was really high and I'd glided down making circles till it landed perfect with no battery in it. I WA SOLD

[@acourtneylawson2065]

Just got mines today..can't wait to fly

[@originafreerangechicken]

Brilliant family fun and super informative as always, y’all. Best dang channel on YT. I have a couple of the original versions of this plane and have yet to fly them. It’s been so windy here this year (Houston) so I’ve not been able to fly very often. Frustrating. I’ve been a regular subscriber / commenter to your channel for a good while but my wife reclaimed her channel (cr169designs) and forced me to get my own. She’s tired of all the RC content clogging up her crafting feed. lol. I mean, I know you remember every subscriber comment..... ;)

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

LOL - sorry to hear ;)

[@craigschray4486]

Thanks for the information about the spectrum charger. I have one but never really understood the functionality and unbelievably there are no videos about it.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Glad to help!

[@MALNTV]

I just bought one...still have to set it up...Brian..long time subscriber, commenter and social media stalker. Got one thing to say.....you are one step away from buying the AL37....serious...spend your KZbin millions! You need one...you want one 😁

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You mean my KZbin $10's ;) LOL I wish I cold share specifics, you would LAUGH... I do this because I love it, not because it pays - Mc Donald's part time would pay a LOT more ;) I know you want me to have the AL37 - I too want it, but I'm not buying planes from companies that don't want to work with me. I'm done playing games with companies that want free marketing. I AM however working on a new product, something that's NOT been seen yet, and it's FREAKING AWESOME - you will LOVE it. It's NOT Horizon Hobby, it's NOT Motion, it's NOT Hobby King - you will specifically enjoy it. Please stay tuned (I know you will - no matter how many feature length movies you could watch in the same amount of time - LOL)

[@typhoon109]

0:59 I can just imagine while your looking away the plane crashing into one of those telephone poles in the background.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

okay

[@kenhamilton4390]

thank you for your advise i ordered the sport cub s RTF for my first plane if all goes well i am going to get the aero scout RTF next once again this beginner thanks you.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Good luck Ken! If you're like me, you'll be totally hooked as soon as you get flying!!!!

[@1950superdave]

I really like my AeroScout S2. Lots more stable in a calm to 10 mph wind. Just got a Sport Cub S2 to mess around with..

[@bryanclohosey7274]

Brian, could you recommend a entry level plane that can sustain 5+ mph. Very rare do I have wind below 7-10 mph. Have success with my simulator, but completely totaled 2 umx planes that I can’t find parts for anymore.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Yes, I haven't reviewed it yet (But will be soon - FYI) the Mini-Apprentice 1.2m - bit.ly/3dQhauC would be a great choice. It's RTF, but they also offer a BNF - bit.ly/3dPv941. Keep in mind, this plane is significantly more expensive than the UMX Sport Cub S V2, but it's well more than twice the plane too! If money is not a big issue, go for the full size apprentice. You'll also need more room, as it's a 1.5m plane - bit.ly/2Abi32A - for which I have first hand experience, and know you'll LOVE it! I have and really like this plane too!

[@bryanclohosey7274]

Brian Phillips: I’ve been looking around and have seen a lot of your reviews and have learned a lot from your channel (following the the homestead videos as well). I like the timber and the otter. Both bnf seem less than the apprentice, which I looked at the 15e when it was out. Wish I had got a full size plane from the start. 😔

[@thelongestday64]

@@BrianPhillipsRC or how about the AeroScout?

[@nikhilbhatt9114]

Just got this on amazon from their Black Friday sale. Horizon has this for $99 on their Black Friday page, and amazon took 28% off $99!!!!! So with tax I paid $78 for a RTF -almost half off and brand new. Can’t wait to fly this thing.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Wow, that's a great price! I hope you didn't get the BNF...since RTF is usually $139.99 for the V2 (I thought)???? Either way, great plane!

[@brotherabe]

@@BrianPhillipsRC It's the RTF. I ordered one too. To good to pass up.

[@knightsolitaire3610]

Just picked up my first ever plane and went with this! can't wait to take her out!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Good luck!!! Make sure it's CALM when you go flying! You can do it!!!

[@knightsolitaire3610]

@@BrianPhillipsRC been having a blast with it and think I am getting comfortable with flight! Did have a bad crash that torn the prop mount off body and separated the front end! XD but it is so easy to rebuild and flies good as new! Hoping to get the Carbon Cub in future for more experience especially with landing!

[@knightsolitaire3610]

@@BrianPhillipsRC To add I was actually wondering your opinion of either the Bigfoot RTF or the Carbon Cub RTF with the DXS transmitter as the best second/larger plane to learn better take off/landing and then tricks?

[@keithshillbillyrcn849]

Hello Brian and Mrs Megan aka camera crew, shout out to your son thats so cool. He'll be flying like dad in know time. The plane is cool and does all that much larger planes can do. I myself used apprentice and a carbon cub s+ as trainer planes. Have umx timber and the turbo timber also. Thank you for what you do for the hobby and educating everyone. As i have said before always well done. Thank you for your video keep flying you guys. Just having fun RC'n with friends and family members.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks! Did you happen to hear I'll be on Horizon Hobby's "LIVE" tomorrow at 3PM?

[@keithshillbillyrcn849]

@@BrianPhillipsRC didnt know,but I'll be waiting to see the show. Notification i get sometimes, around 30 minutes before show. I'll be there showing support. Thanks for the heads up.

[@thilofrisch9894]

Love my cub s ! It is by far the best entry level trainer

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

She is great!

[@joeg986]

Nice video. I have two of the older ones that I try to fly at the local park when it's no windy.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Nice! This one is super similar, but adds some telemetry. I was hoping for a brushless, but then that would add cost and weight, which is why Horizon said they stuck with the brushed motor.

[@davethomas165]

I ordered the RTF and a couple batteries off of you page..... Thanks for the review!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Hope you enjoy it! Such a fun plane!!!

[@alangentry6295]

I wish they had that when I learned to fly I learned in the 80s somebody out on the flying field was learning with one of those today

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I agree, although for me would have been in the 90's if I would have had my way. I remember asking for a plane that was small enough to fly inside the house on a Birthday list several times.

[@roadkill5838]

Ha! I lost battery juice to my transmitter n my plane went full throttle n never came back lol! I bought a replacement bind and fly. Love this plane!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

That's a bummer! Gotta keep an eye out for these things, but some lucky guy now has yours - LOL ;) You're spreading the joy of the hobby ;)

[@roadkill5838]

@@BrianPhillipsRC I was hoping it landed in some kids yard and sparked the flame. :)

[@situbes.972]

In failsafe, does it just remember ur last input and cut the throttle when u loose connection and maintain in safe when it is in safe, or does it level. Also, how is the radio on S2, the S ver1 was terrible at losing signal (i mean intermittently, sometimes just 30 feet away). Great review, i wish i would have watched when started out in airplanes and rc hobby (horizon hobby products) in general. This would have saved me a lot of heartache. One thing, on the brushed motors, let the plane cool down for a few minutes between batteries otherwise u will burn them up quickly. Those coreless motors (on nano qx drone those coreless brushed motors would last couple of hours total time use, assuming u let it cool down between flights)

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

As for fail safe...this is a hybrid SAFE and failsafe. The plane is supposed to go into a auto level left turn (might have the left in place of a right - if so, sorry about that) with full throttle chop. This is only in the event of total signal loss. Normally, failsafe is SET when binding the plane. I think some gas planes need some "idle" throttle to keep the engine running, so typically those guys will either "trick" the throttle channel (a servo) with a little bit of control horn adjustment to keep the idle speed as -100% then "kill" at -130%, which is why throttle cut defaults to -130% on the transmitters....but some people want the plane to do certain things, in the event of a complete signal loss. I personally like the plane to "linger" if there's a loss, then I can literally RUN AFTER IT - LOL - and try to restore radio contact. I've had success with this a few times, believe it or not ;) As for one BIG issue with the hybrid design...these little planes, when they get up too high, especially on a breezy and hot day, they can thermal for EVER in that SAFE/Failsafe condition, thus going so far away, you may never see it again. If you get too far up, turn OFF SAFE, and point it down at the grount then get back into SAFE if you need it.

[@richardwagner2078]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Too late on the hybride advice/disclaimer, lost my first SCv2 last week slowly circling as the wind picked up and panic set in, good news neighbors are on the look out for it too. Second plane doing well.

[@situbes.972]

Thank you. Just curious, how is t8sg v2 working out for u. Its a rudimentary language and bit of pain in @s to do a little bit more complex stuff (3 position switches, elevator compensates with flaps, elevator mix with throttle for go around w/ flaps, oh and voice mod - forget it...) Are u going to try the radiomaster Tx16s when its available (its kind of like the Jumper t16). Its multiprotocol witj opentx as its system.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Richard - NOOOOO - sorry about that!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Simtube S. - I have no plans to invest in another openTX platform, but would love to get more well versed in it at some point. I just don't feel confident at all with the platform...

[@talkischeap7418]

Just picked me one up from Pacific Coast Hobby, can’t wait to try it out !

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Good luck!

[@topgunmaverick379]

Just bought 1 yesterday. Hopefully will maiden it today

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Nice! Good luck!!!

[@stevenbaker9327]

My second plane after the old Champ!....I still fly it occasionaly on calm days! Almost lost it once when it was too windy and I flew to LVC!

[@crazyaces9586]

Awsome,family time your boy flys better then me,even safe don't help with tree's for me...lol my A10 Thunderbolt came in yikes 😬. Nice video Megan 😉👍👍

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Well, might want to make it a decoration for a while ;) That plane will go 110mph...and it'll do some damage too, so be careful ;) Good luck!

[@flyingchickenrc1653]

Great video Brian and crew and nice flying Jr. I got out today to fly the umx turbo timber.Brian I can’t remember if you have one or not,it is a blast to fly,a lot of fun.🐓🐔🦊🍗

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I have the Timber UMX, but no Turbo Timber UMX

[@MR57LV]

Dx6i till Saturday I’m getting Nx6 and V1200 because of you 😀👍

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

NICE!!! Good luck! You will LOVE it!

[@passmoj]

Bought this to get my feet wet with planes. My 12yo loves it as well. Fairly tough to!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Yeah, I agree!

[@MALNTV]

Glad to see you now have a hobby to share with your son...and that you have someone to fly with! Just ordered the charger and 4 batteries..charger looks like real quality unlike the BangGood POS 1 cell charger I currently own...ordered from your links. You’re welcomed. Yes..giving you a play by play of your video. AL37 with a Delta livery would be sweet too. Just have the DX6e...but it is adequate..I like it much better than my Trananis...did I just say that? Certainly will get hate comments for this! I also had the yellow Jumper....immediately return...the Jumper I could Not figure out how to get recognized on my PC in order to upgrade it. Hmmm...this could be a Brian Phillips build video...”How to setup the Jumper”

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks Fly Bar! You're helping to keep my lights on ;) :) :) I have Jumper Videos - gotta check the playlist ;) Although, I used KZbin to help get me started on the Jumper since I'm new to OpenTx too!

[@biggestelvis]

Hi Brian- thanks so much for your super detailed reviews, I literally watch them all the way through! Very well done, and I’m a fan of the camera crew- she does great work! Anyway, I picked up the sport cub and it’s perfect for a beginner pilot. I’m enjoying the hell out of it. Question- what comes next! Would you say the Carbon Cub? I’m hoping to get to warbirds eventually (goes back to when I was a kid watching the old dudes fly them), and maybe graduate to jets someday.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

When you're ready, here's the short list of beginner planes, I generally recommend. Once you're flying out of SAFE, you can kinda fly whatever you want ;) In no particular order, FYI 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 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJe9i4SOrZydi5Y

[@biggestelvis]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Thanks! Just watched your review of the Aero scout too, so you may have sold me on that one.

[@ajsdirtbiker7264]

Another great indepth and entertaining review! I have a question regarding the SS44 Micro charger in the video. Will it accommodate micro losi connectors found on other 1S lipo batteries you have reviewed?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Yes it will, and they're easier to hook up too...the micro PH 1S plugs are hard to tell which way to plug in.

[@john-kneebee2143]

Howdy Brian.... FYI if anyone uses a DX8G2 radio use the same info from manual as you did for programming !!! DO NOT USE THE INTENDED INFORMATION use the DX6 & DX9 set up info for this plane......... manufacture mistake.... that took two long days to figure out !!!!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Interesting!!!

[@danmrfld4802]

Learned a few things. Thanks for posting

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Awesome! Glad to hear, and thanks for stopping in!

[@Bellairvideo]

Well done Andrew....well done Dad... Lovely flights & video (Mum...in Australia) Mom

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Thanks again for stopping in!

[@zubuxstein]

You can tell Andrew wants a faster plane, young blood looking for the speed fix. Wonderful day!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

He's still a bit apprehensive, but he can do it. I wish I could get him into a Concsendo S or the like, I bet he'd love it!

[@noahmichael6304]

Hi Brian, thank you for that classroom session:) that was informative. However, I was looking at buying one of these in the BNF version but I was not sure if this would be compatible with the old DXe. I got that transmitter with my RTF Apprentice S 15e.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

yes, only issue is that I don't KNOW if you can have it bound to both planes. You might have to rebind each time you flip between planes....that being said, the binding procedure on the UMX planes is SUPER easy, and doesn't require any plugs, so I'd go for it!

[@noahmichael6304]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Awesome, thanks for the reply. Super excited to fly it next weekend!

[@davelawday6609]

Thanks Brian... Brill video/review... I've been cutting my teeth on the omp T720.. the sports cub s. is definitely going to be my 2nd RC plane to hone my skills.. then onto a large horizon trainer and join my local RC club.. your videos are so appreciated.. very informative and instructional.... merry Christmas 🎄 keep safe..kind regards Dave

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Can I make a recommendation? I don't want to see you buy something you'll regret later. I mean, you won't regret the Sport Cub S UMX, but it's probably pretty similar in flight characteristics to the T720..... I LOVE the Sport Cub S UMX, but I think you're probably ready for the "next" step...if you're flying the OMP T720... Beginner Planes, short list - I think you need to consider (THIS ONE A ????) OR (THIS ONE B ???) Habu STS 70mm RTF - bit.ly/3fRaLj7 - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc5fYbIobNAtMUz2EoT7FGLl (THIS ONE B ???) Apprentice 1.5m RTF bit.ly/2CfTCBY - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc4LA2ldEUZQMVWkJpCslxRc Carbon Cub S2 1.3m RTF bit.ly/32UawRn - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc4Y9gQ5S22B_3SXmtqylcmM (THIS ONE A ????) Apprentice Mini RTF bit.ly/2B3VsoR - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc43Qw4KNOOfzt14n6ZBo3LS Sport Cub S UMX RTF bit.ly/2OqnYUK - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc5gY8qX_x8kAJq3glGMXjDy Aeroscout bit.ly/3ntOcFx - (I haven't actually reviewed this one YET...but it's supposed to be REALLY GOOD) Mini AeroScout bit.ly/3myDE8i ....JUST My two cents.... but if you want the Sport Cub S UMX you will enjoy it too on a very calm day ;)

[@davelawday6609]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Thank you so much for your feedback. it really is appreciated... I'll go through your brill recommendations.... I'd just like to add that you hit the nail bang on the head. when you said RC flying. is a true immersive experience.. myself as a semi retired engineer and race car builder/driver. am totally addicted to flying my birdy. the T720.. keep up the great informative and instructional videos .. thanks again Brian... keep safe kind regards Dave 😁

[@MR57LV]

Thanks. I’m in Las Vegas

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Lucky dog. It was like 7 degrees high today ;(

[@RPSchonherr]

I just got the RTF model today and the instructions do not mention what you said in passing at about 50:00 that you need to have the transmitter on first or it will not communicate with the plane as indicated by a blue light. I got it by going into bind mode a few times before I realized how it works which isn't like my other planes.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Yep, some of these strange nuances will kinda cause a stumble here and there...

[@roberthosking8591]

Hi Brian iv watch loads of you videos and bought the sport cub to learn and about to buy the mini apprentice I was wondering is there a charger that can take both batteries like to charge both iv searched for them but can’t find them your help would be appreciate mate and thumbs up to your camera crew from rob in the UK 👍

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

S44 4X 1S Charger bit.ly/32tpGx3 S63 6X 1S Charger bit.ly/3iLuP8Y Would one of these work for you?

[@bennyeyeballs880]

That’s the one I learned to fly on , very easy to fly

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

For sure Jim Bob!

[@texasuavpilot]

Mine was also gone into the sunset in just it's 2nd flight and with very little wind. I assume either it lost connection to transmitter or commands were reversed. Same exact plane as the Volantex Sport Cub 500. Luckily I had ordered 2 and the second plane is just fine.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Forgive the question, but are you saying you lost the Sport Cub S UMX V2 from Horizon Hobby, or the Volantex Sport Cub 500?

[@texasuavpilot]

@@BrianPhillipsRC hi Brian, the Volantex Sport Cub 500

[@BillKisel]

High Brian. I've posted these two questions to Horizon Hobby on there S 2 live introduction video but thought I might have a better chance of getting them answered by you. So, if you don't mind.. !. Hi, I recently got one of these planes (the S 2) and have reviewed this video and a bunch of others several times. I've not found any discussion of the use of the High and Low rates that get activated by pushing the right stick down. Does this control the amount of travel of the control surfaces or the speed at which the control surfaces will move? Thanks. 2. My S 2 flies beautiful in SAFE but goes into a diving left turn when I switch from SAFE to intermediate. The plane will hand glide straight and with a shallow decent in SAFE. When hand glided in intermediate or experienced modes same thing - dives and goes left. If I trim the plane for/in intermediate will it then screw up my really nice SAFE flying characteristics? Do I trim out the turning with ruder or aileron trim? Thanks.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

1) Yes, High and Low rates will change the maximum amount of travel to all surfaces, in ALL modes. I don't typically talk about this, because I also forget about it every time the camera rolls - LOL - Sorry about that!!! 2) That's a trim issue. You must trim the plane OUT of SAFE. Then when you activate SAFE (Beginner mode) you will enjoy the SAFE functions, and when you turn them off, the plane will also fly well. This is a bit of a misnomer for a new RC pilot, since you probably need SAFE to fly, therefore it's a high order for a new pilot. If you can, get a more experience pilot to help you out for this step. 2B) You'll trim Rudder for YAW...if it turns to the left or the right (FLAT). You'll trim AILERON for ROLL, but the rudder and ailerons will impact both roll and yaw. This effect is exaggerated with SAFE, because there is a MIX between the Ailerons and Rudder to help new pilots with coordinated turns... The primary control surface for YAW is RUDDER, and the primary control surface for ROLL, is Ailerons. This is another item that will come with some experience. It's very hard as a beginner to figure this out, so don't feel bad. You can do it! P.S. If you want to see me struggle with this issue, watch my EC1500 Twin Series. I accidentally adjusted in Trim for ailerons and rudder BACKWARD!!! It was a fiasco! This can be done, but only with much effort and stupidity, which I applied liberally, in this situation. I DID figure out the problem and fix it for the last of the three flights, if my memory serves me right.

[@BillKisel]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Thank you so much for taking the time for such a lengthy and derailed reply. I will do trimming out of SAFE/Beginner mode. Wish the nomenclature for Dual Rates was something like Dual Throw but I understand now. BTW, you've got a SUBSCRIBE from me right after I post this reply.

[@situbes.972]

@@BillKisel also on trimming part. Couple of things. I am ssuming ur flying with an rtf remote. Rebind the aircraft. A) put all ur trim settings on radio to center. Turn it on. Than set all ur trims centered. (u will here a distinct beep when center for each trim) B) turn radio off. Plug battery into plane. Set plane on level. U should hear plane servo move. (Than make sure plane wont thrust forward if blade decides to spin up) look into the plane from the front and see if the light starts blinking rapidly. This when this plane is in binding mode. C)on radio: make sure ur throttle stick all the way back (no throttle) press the left stick in (i believe this how u do on this rtf remote). Hold it as u turm on the radio. U will hear a long continuous beep. Watch led on plane turn from the rapid blink to another state. When that happens. The aircraft is bound. D) radio: let left stick go. Radio will start to beep on and off. When it stops. Radio is bound. Move ur right stick in all directions to see if servo on plane react.. move left stick left and right to see if rudder works. Than move ur throttle up a little and down to see if motor spins up. Throttle down E) plane: disconnect battery. Than turn off ur radio. F) bining is complete. Once rebound. Check that all controll surfaces are level by doing this: A) radio: turn it on. Have throttle stick all way back. B) plane: wait 5 seconds, plug in battery. Put plane on level ground and let it do its thing. When servo move and stop moving. Its done its calibration. C) radio: put radio in advance mode (none SAFE mode). D) pick up the plane. And check the control surfaces. The ailerons should be even with top of wing. The elevator should be centered between top and bottom surfaces. The rudder should be centered between left and right surface. Try using trims on radio to adjust to correct the issue. If you dont know which way - move stick to direction (its in direction of ur stick). If any of those are off by al lot, adjust it manually (refer to manual, better explanation) after manual adjustment check to see if servo works (you didnt accidentally bend the arm). By moving it via stick movements (full stick movements). E) plane: unplug battery. Radio turn off. Repeat A) thru D). Check control surface again. Last check Center of Gravity. By lifting plane and balancing underneath the wings (i believe it on sparse, the black rods in wing.) The plane should be level and not leaning forward or backward. Move battery forward or backward as necessary to balance it. I hope this helps.

[@TheATeam_2014]

Can't wait to fly with my kids. Great video!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I'm excited for you! It's so much fun!!!

[@chrisr.1042]

I bought this bag of January for my son but he wasn't really interested so we stuck to ground vehicles until this past weekend when I flew it for the first time. It was a terrifying experience. The plane would not stop climbing aggressively even well below 50% throttle. Below that it would just stall and climb and stall and lather rinse repeat. I was in safe mode but it was like safe was non-existent because the bank angles and loss of altitude were extreme even with minimal stick inputs. I would go from being 2 to 3 mistakes high to less than 8 ft in a matter of seconds when trying to do a gentle turn. It was such a stressful flying experience and I have no idea why. CG was good and I let the aircraft calibrate on level ground for multiple seconds before hand launching it. I verified the control surfaces as well. Has anyone else had these kinds of First flight issues with this aircraft?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

This is highly unusual. Take it and hand toss it with SAFE on...does it glide straight? If not, you've got something going on. Hit up Horizon Hobby with this issue and see what they can do. Sounds like you have something strange going on. Also, if you can, get OUT of SAFE and try to trim her level, then go back into SAFE. I know this is tough if you're new, but you might need to work this out, based on what you're saying.

[@chrisr.1042]

@@BrianPhillipsRC Hey Brian, Merry belated Christmas and Happy New Year. We had the S2 up again today and had an ideal flight experience. 3 batteries of flight time to include my first (very ugly) alerion roll and my 7 year old son's first time flying. He did figure 8's. I still don't know why everything was caddywhompus last time.

[@cashisking7101]

Thank you for all the great video lreally in-depth and you have great knowledge. Just a suggestion maybe you should try to incorporate a wireless microphone sometimes it's hard to hear you when you walk away from your wife

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Yeah, I've heard this request more than a few times. I've been thinking HARD about doing just that, but we've been saying "yes" to a LOT the last few months, and I gotta be careful not to end up bankrupt, and easy to hear ;) LOL

[@specialized29er86]

In high demand, I've ordered a BNF one today and a 4 week delivery $280 Aus.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I hope you love it!!!

[@specialized29er86]

@@BrianPhillipsRC We have the much bigger models like the Mustang, Timber and Radian and wanted a small model for when we go camping and space is an issue.

[@zoocats12]

What would be the best 1s battery? I see the links. But wasn't sure eflite brand or another brand. Going to use my s1100 to charge them since I only will have one umx plane sooo far🤣😁

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

You can use a million different types of 1S packs, but these are the three choices we covered, so we wanted to showcase them.

[@zoocats12]

@@BrianPhillipsRC OK thanks I will give them a try. 🍻😁 I thought so, just looking towards long-term life and cost.I think this will be perfect for just flying in lot by the house or park. When I can't get to fly field.

[@greensleeves8095]

I had the first version and absolutely love it. The only issue is that it chews through brushed motors. It’s really annoying. I think I was getting 15 - 30 flights before having to replace the motors.

[@thejeepinrealtor5742]

Just purchased one - propeller and spinner immediately flew off - they want me to provide all sorts of documentation for a $7 part so I said screw it. Didn’t even come with an extra propeller. This is a no go for me. I’d never recommend. $7 part is worth more than customer satisfaction. Got it.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Have you tried putting it back on? It just threads on the motor shaft. Super easy fix, but have no idea why yours came off???

[@scotthathorn3780]

Can you comment on transmitter antennas relating to the direction that the antenna is pointing. I discovered that there is a "cone of silence" extending directly out from the tip of the antenna pointing to the plane that will cause a loss of signal to/from the plane witch causes no control inputs until the angle of the antenna is moved to a more perpendicular angle to the plane. Is this your observation also?

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

yes, but it's so inconsequential, that you may never actually worry about it. If you're radio system is compromised, then you may run into issues, but otherwise, fly on and prosper ;) What you need to keep an eye on, if flying too far away with this or other planes that use the "Batman" style transmitter, as it's not a "full range" transmitter....thus you may lose contact a few hundred feet away...but we would consider that "beyond line of sight". If you're concerned, fly out and in front of you, and not over head.Keep the antenna pointing Upright, and you will maximize you're chances of success. Good luck!

[@kevingeisler5191]

Hi Brian, I`m looking forward to your next video. 😉

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I may have let the cat out of the bag, but it's up...and another coming very soon after :) Hope you enjoy!!!

[@taroultraman438]

Wow.... this is sooooo beautiful plane

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

This plane is a great way to learn to fly too! bprc.me/SportCub

[@TakeOffTime]

Hey Brian, I'm a newbie to RC, I've been flying my DJI Mavic Air 2 all summer and joined my local RC club this summer. I'm excited to get into RC's now. Question, I really like this Sport Cub S UMX v2. I would like to ask if there's a Sport Cub S type plane with more sturdier wheel support? Since I'm a beginner I would probably experience hard landings at first. Thank you for these awesome instructional videos. HFTA

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Welcome to our channel, and to the addiction ;) The Sport Cub S2 UMX is a great choice for a beginner, if you can fly in LOW wind. The plane doesn't handle much more than a couple MPH, and even that can be pretty tough. The gear will NOT be a big issue. You will have ALL sorts of issues, but that's only natural as a new pilot. Just PLAN on it, and you'll have to work through it with any plane you pick. Here's my SHORT list of good beginner planes. The bigger, the more capable they will be in terms of holding up in the wind, but they will be more expensive too, and plan on destroying it...you will, just like everyone else before you. Habu STS 70mm RTF - bit.ly/3fRaLj7 - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc5fYbIobNAtMUz2EoT7FGLl Apprentice 1.5m RTF bit.ly/2CfTCBY - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc4LA2ldEUZQMVWkJpCslxRc Carbon Cub S2 1.3m RTF bit.ly/32UawRn - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc4Y9gQ5S22B_3SXmtqylcmM T-28 Trojan 1.1m bit.ly/38n1dvD - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc6-_gHuXM6a1Nf_2nRxrmlc Apprentice Mini RTF bit.ly/2B3VsoR - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc43Qw4KNOOfzt14n6ZBo3LS Sport Cub S UMX RTF bit.ly/2OqnYUK - kzbin.info/aero/PLXTH0DstRDc5gY8qX_x8kAJq3glGMXjDy Aeroscout bit.ly/3ntOcFx - (I haven't actually reviewed this one YET...but it's supposed to be REALLY GOOD)

[@MR57LV]

Great video. You must have deep pockets. I just bought a 4000mah 4cell Eflite For $90 from Horizon. I stick to 3 cell mostly. Can’t imagine what your 6 cell cost. And it looks like your counter is full of them. And 80 planes. Wow My wife would be choking me out.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

A few more than that...more like hundreds (some less impressive than others, no doubt). Glad you're here with us! Welcome aboard ;)

[@Tyrell63]

Hi Brian......Waiting for my Sport Cub S2 (It is ordered based on your review).....meanwhile....if possible, are you able to make your great videos about the "Bigfoot 1300mm RTF With Vector Stabilization (Arrows)" and the "UMX Stearman PT-17 With AS3X BNF (E-flite)" - the small brother of your Dynam plane? And many thanks too for the "Camera Crew", I wish mine would be so patient with me and my hobbies

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

I would love to cover the Arrows stuff, but they won't return my emails. Ask them why? Are they concerned I might share a "bit too much" - LOL (I am fair to companies, but I claim allegiance to my audience). Call them up and ask them to shoot me an email on my "Business Inquiries" in the About Tab of our channel ;) Then I can honor your wish ;) As for the PT-17...not on our short list, but I can ask. I heard some bad stuff about the CG on that plane??? This was one of the few Dynam's that wasn't terrible, FYI ;) And you can do a Spektrum Rx and make it great again ;)

[@arnoldsaurin6931]

What a salesman! Bought one yesterday and it's not even my first one!

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

"Salesman?" Thanks - LOL - This plane is AWESOME. I learned to fly on it, and still enjoy flying it today. We have three currently, and the V2 is nothing exceptionally better, but still love it just as much ;)

[@josephtiani6145]

I bought this plane to learn, on my 37th battery I made the dumb move of flying it in 10mph wind. It kept climbing and my transmitter lost reception and it just sailed off into the sunset. I loved it so much that I ordered another bnf version. Told myself once I get 100 flights with it I’ll upgrade. What would you recommend as a second plane?

[@mitsmillman1652]

Umx turbo timber is a perfect upgrade from this. The addition of flaps makes it way more Fun, and honestly feel like the timber flys easier and better than the cub. 2s models are the way to go, brushed motors suck

[@texasuavpilot]

Same exact thing happened to me, but the 2nd one flies just fine. I recommend the Volantex mini P-51D as a 2nd plane, it is awesome and not so expensive.

[@josephtiani6145]

Mits Millman I just looked at some videos onthe umx turbo timber and I think I’m going to order up that one! What transmitter would you get?

[@mitsmillman1652]

Joseph Tiani DX20 :) Get a DX6 or DX8 if you can swing it, nice to have voice feedback for flight modes and stuff. If your on a budget a DX6e is a good choice with no voice. The E series feels quite a bit cheaper (no rubber over molding and the sticks don’t feel as good)

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

UMX Turbo Timber is a great second plane, but it's very similar - Are you flying on AS3X or SAFE (still?)

[@dutchloveRC]

fun lil plane Brian

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

For sure! Needs some calm weather, but great place to start.

[@phapnui]

PSA: After first flight, the motor sounded like it was running but the prop wasn't. I used XACTO to open it up and discovered the prop pinion was forward of motor pinion. Using small needle nose pliers as a substitute for my fingers, I pushed the prop pinion back over the motor pinion. Problem solved.

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

yep, this CAN happen. Good catch! I haven't had it happen for a long time, but do remember those days ;)