Eflite - A-10 Thunderbolt V2 - Twin 64mm - Unbox, Build, Radio Setup, & Maiden Flights 

LOL - Wonderful! Glad we could get your whole neighborhood involved ;)

Yes, thanks ;) So many new planes that will temp the novice, but if they buy this as a novice they will be a "one and done" and we are fighting back hard against the one and done pilots...we want every pilot that's interested, to get to their full potential, and be flying for a long time!!!

I bought the 9.5s and those jets move very fast and landings are very realistic (and really take some finessing). They are also all different on their flight and landing characteristics. Jets are not easy!

Right on! Thanks! The thrust reverse video is coming Thursday ;)

You two!! Just love your work. Oh to be a fly on the wall sometimes😃

It is very good Johnny! I hope you get one!

Thanks ;) Where's the millions of views on that other video!?!?! I'm still waiting with my Chicken suit. LOL

Awesome! Thank you! We really appreciate that! This plane will put a HUGE smile on your face. Wait till you get to see the beautiful gun on the nose...the detail is amazing!!!

Nice! Good luck ;)

Thanks John! Glad we can be involved!

Thanks Lee! Glad you think so, and glad you're here with us! We just got done filming our REVERSE THRUST SETUP and it was GOOD ;) Can't wait to share it probably next week.

AWESOME! So glad you did! It has been a WONDERFUL choice. It's so close in price to the NX6, so it just doesn't make sense to get the NX6, unless it's almost for a RTF plane.

I'm excited for you. We just added thrust reverse, and it's soo good!

Thanks Master Steel!!!! Where have you been!??!?!?!

@@BrianPhillipsRC unfortunately for some time I was unable to enter, however I was able to see the videos as much as possible

Thanks! Awesome plane, and good luck!!! Don't skip thrust reverse!!! you will want it - makes a crazy long landing roll out, into a short and manageable rollout (plus it's super fun!)

Thanks, and she is good! As for the wider runway, I think I just need to get a LOT better - LOL ;)

Nice! Thanks!

Enjoy! I didn't mention to set the break force to 7...this was not something I was aware of, but it's supposed to help slow down the EDF's in preparation for Reverse Thrust. Also, the factory rep suggested upgrading firmware "because it's more stable" - which made me scratch my head a little...seemed pretty stable to me, the way we did it ;)

Totally! P.S. I already TRIED to reply to your comment, but my internet must have gone out right before clicking "REPLY" and then it just shows a loady spinny thing for like 1-2 days...thus I have to come back when it decided to let me finish - COOL FEATURE by Google care of Starlink. Sorry about that Jeff! Your comment put a smile on my face, for what it's worth!

Thanks again!

Awesome - Glad you're here with us! My speed through Radio Setup can be an issue, so please accept our apologies. If you want it slower, you can actually change the playback speed on the videos. If you click on the GEAR ICON, then choose playback speed of 0.5 Times or 0.25 Times, this might help. Give this a shot.

I'd like that plane ;)

Thank for the feedback! We want to make all our content 4K from here on out.

Thanks Alan! We're glad you do ;)

The first one won't reverse thrust like we did today ;) It was EPIC ;)

NICE! Glad you did!

Glad you watched! We'll be doing a video on REVERSE THRUST for this bird very soon. Stay tuned ;)

They do! When you're going 110mph, they can even SNEAK UP out of nowhere ;) I remember flying the V1200 here - 140mph...yeah, that was too fast for the front yard. We did the V700 in the back yard, and even at ONLY 120mph it's an amazing experience in 4-5 times the space!

@@BrianPhillipsRC jeez

Nice! Maybe soon ;) We've been toying with the idea of offering BrianPhillipsRC merch, but have similar to Patreon and Paypal held off as long as possible, since to me, it still feels super gimmicky - but we know there's so many people who would love to support us in this way. Thanks James. We're working on it.

This plane is pre-order now anyway, right? You made a GOOD CALL!

@@BrianPhillipsRC I dont regret getting the p51 at all. I havent even flown it yet and I love that plane. Lol. I will have both soon enough right?

I agree! thanks ;)

Thanks!

It is AMAZING. If you've never used it - get ready to have your mind blown!!! It's like, where were you when I was 12 years old, with ZERO patience, and I was building little stick built gillows models?!?!?!? ;) Kicker amzn.to/2CQf24D CA Med amzn.to/2D0x18i CA FS Med amzn.to/2E2l29z / Thin amzn.to/2COE6sw Mucilage bit.ly/3fdfzQp HH Stuff CA FS bit.ly/30UbDPL Kicker FS bit.ly/2PRd5Mm | bit.ly/364UYhx Foam2Foam bit.ly/30RNnh0 RC Stand bit.ly/3bdD1O4

You'll get there sooner than you think. Fly Fly, then Fly some more!!! Fly when you're buddies are too lame to fly... Fly when theirs only 25 minutes to fly....Fly when the weather is JUST on the edge of no-go... you will outpace most, if you do these things.

Thanks Brian, really appreciate all the videos that you make and the depth of detail you go into. I need to retire early so I can enjoy the hobby and also get by 66 vette back on the road.

Sometimes that's the most fun part!!!

That would be nice :)

@@BrianPhillipsRC I really thought Arrows had a A-10 lmao

For sure!

It is a great plane! I'd highly recommend it!

Yes, you should! Excellent plane!

Soon, even more coming too ;)

I think so too!

It sure is! Thanks!

Carbon Z T28 will be back late spring to early summer.

I'll have two when it comes out. The funnest plane I've flown yet.

Yes, the T-28 will be coming soon too, and we've been promised one.

They did improve the gear. They made them stronger... I hear grass ops is a bit of a no-go for most fields, but with well manicured grass, might be okay. Ours is all frozen right now - LOL

LOL - Please do ;)

Nice! You'll have a sweet setup there!

For sure! If and when you're ready, it's one of the best EDF's out there. Flies great, very forgiving, and powerful. Also lands well, but this plane DOES float forever, so give yourself some room when you're ready to take the plunge ;)

Buy the little UMX A-10. That will give you a good idea on how it flies. The thing scoots very quickly through the sky. And yes, it glides very good.

No, it was supposed to be here a long time ago...the container was delayed ;( Same with the F-14's and a lot of other planes I really want to talk about....that I can't :(..... Stay tuned ;)

Dean. I agree with you . I even reached out to HH and asked why ylthe A10 was discontinued and was told the manufacturer didn't give them a reason and it was just discontinued... Luckily there was no V1 available so I didn't get hood winked.

@@BrianPhillipsRC lol I get it, I do. I'm just salty about the price increase. And you bet, I'll always tune in!

YES!

Thanks ;)

We now have the reverse thrust video ready, and coming soon for you ;)

It's super easy, you'll have it done in less than 10 minutes....filming this part makes it look harder than it really is.

@@BrianPhillipsRC it went together very nicely and no glue mess. Checked everything worked before gluing and did rcinformers magnet trick with the pave penny pod. Very nice!

Do it ;)

Yes, me too ;)

Thanks for the TIME STAMP. I'll check them out, and make sure they didn't get knocked out of wack with that flip over.

For sure! In the calm, she'll slow down and keep nice and stable for sure, but the wind wasn't having any part of a nice, REALLY slow pass, which I wanted so badly for the video ;)

Must be the V1.

LOL - Sand is not a great option, since it'll grab the nose wheel ;) Maybe put a SKI on the nose wheel and try it again?

@@BrianPhillipsRC I actually moved, so no more sand field for me!

I've had pretty good luck with mine, but had this issue back when I had a Freewing...way harder to fly too. Also anemic on power at 4S

thanks - sure is ;)

It is cold, and whatever I have is very light. It's annoying too, since I've had it for a month and a half...

Nice! That would be a cool mod!

I can give this a shot, thanks!

Wait till you see the thrust reverse video...coming soon!

LOL - Send an email to Horizon Hobby ;) I've been looking forward to the IX12 for a while now, but not in the arsenal YET ;) Soon, I hope....soon

These new twin 30mm UMX'es are amazing!

It's FASSSST. Might want to hit the Habu STS before you go this route....I know you probably don't want to hear this, but we'll be here to help you if you make this JUMP, and it would be a BIG ONE! This plane goes over 100mph, and it's not that bit, btw. Habu STS (or even SS, if you want to have 6S capable) will save you a LOT of heart ache, and money too... Description | Purchase | Videos Habu STS 70mm RTF - bit.ly/38Kilv1 - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc5fYbIobNAtMUz2EoT7FGLl Apprentice 1.5m RTF bit.ly/2OIjVHd - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc4LA2ldEUZQMVWkJpCslxRc Carbon Cub S2 1.3m RTF bit.ly/3bS2r3O - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc4Y9gQ5S22B_3SXmtqylcmM T-28 Trojan 1.1m bit.ly/3eOh9Lk - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc6-_gHuXM6a1Nf_2nRxrmlc Apprentice 1.2m RTF bit.ly/2OIjVHd - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc43Qw4KNOOfzt14n6ZBo3LS Sport Cub S2 UMX bit.ly/3cDYUW1 - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc5gY8qX_x8kAJq3glGMXjDy AeroScout 1.1m - bit.ly/30MNn1c - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vfZZQXx7jU4.html Trekker 1.2 RTF bit.ly/34jhgLZ | PNP bit.ly/35xOPu8 - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc7b7RhCrnT4x4AYrqRVhFHf Bigfoot 1.3m RTF - bit.ly/30mYdOq - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc7elVLLXihkLRs_J4QQ0Hm- Pioneer 620mm RTF - bit.ly/2YotgbY - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc5DZarP-qgPO3IEliNvnPuP Prodigy 1.4m RTF - bit.ly/37zJxzt - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc4_0cKHioZSQLqFkVdjj7mh

Just got to grab yourself either a few packs (expensive) or a portable lithium battery (like a Jackery or similar) for the field to recharge while you're there. Enjoy!!

EDF's are not all power hungry! The eflite Viper can get 4:30-5:00minutes a flight. the A10 you must remember is powering 2 EDF's

I could push the A-10 closer to 5-6 minutes in warmer weather with less consequence from a dead stick landing...the snow would DESTROY this plane, and the snow berms means I have to stick the landings....so I'm still kinda playing it safe.

Good idea! I JUST broke it off yesterday again - LOL - wasn't in flight, or on taxi, but when I was screwing around with it in the kitchen - LOL

Yeah, they improved the bogeys. I never had an issue, but a lot of people did on this plane.

Me too, but I can't seem to get one sent!!!

Such different planes. I feel like this A-10 would be a great choice if you're geared toward jets, but if you want a more practical "everyday" flier, that's going to give you more flight time, the P-40 might be for you. Honestly, when they're that different, I look at it like this... I want both. So, really the quesiton becomes, which one do I want FIRST? Decide based on what's IN STOCK, and what's likely to STAY IN STOCK...I.E. Are they going to discontinue the "other plane? If so, you might get the "Other plane" first. I think this being pre-order, might be #2 on the list??? A10 bit.ly/2P1i286 P-40B bit.ly/3zbmNyE + AR631 bit.ly/3pYNC3c OR AR637T bit.ly/3pW3u86

I will say the FMS 980 P-40 is a very unstable airplane, however it pushes 100mph which is fast for a prop plane

No. I tried that, but it doesn't work ;( BUT, we JUST got it working today, with the programming box. It was like a 10 minute thing, and this A-10 is SWEEEEEEEEEEET with thrust reverse, and the pilot fatigue setting works perfectly on this bird!

I have taken off the bell housings and used tools to straighten them, BUT with only mixed results. Yes, it does happen, and YEAH it's a bummer, but you will power past this issue with hot glue and CA ;) As for is it worth it? Depends on what you're time is worth, and what your tolerance for spending is...I'm a huge tight wad, so I would fix it if I had a million bucks sitting there on the counter...but I'm a weirdo too.

a nice flying trainer warbird is the t28 in any size but recommend Horizon Hobby planes due to amazing customer service!

@@bobturner3388 thanks!!! That will help a lot!!!

I think the 800mm Warbird series is probably fine, but I haven't flown any of them. So, I can't say it's the best choice. Sorry Gannoon!

@@BrianPhillipsRC That’s fine! The 1.1m HH Trojan I’ve heard is the best!

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Sorry if this question was covered elsewhere...

It is supposed to be improved, but I never had issues on my first one.

This new plane (V2) HAS improved gear. This was a factor they wanted to improve upon, and they claim they have.

I have no idea about Crossfire. SAFE and AS3X are built into Spektrum Receivers, so if you buy something else, you need to make sure the stabilizer they offer, if they do, will work as good. It's not a small detail, fyi - it can make or break a plane.

@@BrianPhillipsRC Dang, but that's the answer I was looking for. I didn't know the flight stabilizer was built into the receiver.... bummer.

YES ;)

Especially when we get the full scale runway ready!

HH's quality control lately has lacked the quality. (My new RV-7 elevator servo output gear was ROUND! 🤯)

I can say, it's annoying that we have TWO straps, and only one just BARELY reaches, BUT, it does reach. We've flown plenty of plane where we don't even get ONE SINGLE STRAP!!! I'd say Horizon Hobby is doing a better than average job of QC, but the industry average in RC is maybe not so great - LOL

@@BrianPhillipsRC @ $430.00 i just think this is something that should have been corrected, its pretty obvious.

Hi there - long time no see!!!!!!!! No wonder I was down a few million views per month - you left ;(.... JK LOL

@@BrianPhillipsRC too good brother, but I make up for lost time, basically I had to sell my old house, and renovate it to make it presentable😁

Sorry...typo has me confused.

80mm on this plane would be WAY too huge ;)

This is a setting, called "Auto Discharge" and it's configurable from off, OR 12-240 hours. The battery will automatically discharge itself to the desired storage level. Gen1 are defaulted at 3.8 VDC while Gen2 packs are set to 3.9VDC. This is how I can keep on top of so many batteries. My old ones pretty much ALL puffed, since they were all charges all the time, and this is not a good idea.

Yes

Tough call, if you're flying the HAbu STS out of SAFE all the time, you could do EITHER with no problem. Both SOLID planes, and both great choices. Here's some good "Tie Breakers" you can use to help you decided... Which one is in stock? Which one meets your budget? Which one fits your car? Which one uses batteries you already have? ...good luck Dallas! Husky bit.ly/32lxCCu T28 bit.ly/3eOh9Lk

Good quesiton! I'd HIGHLY recommend the NX8. It's only a few bucks more, and if you're taking the plunge, I'd suggest you get the NX8. It's got all the bells and whistles, but DON'T get the one with the receiver. I don't want the one they offer, I'd be okay if it was an AS3X/SAFE equipped receiver, but it's not, so don't get that. Just get the Transmitter ONLY - better value. NX8 bit.ly/3fffqyx Bigger Tx Battery Pack - 6000mAh 3.7V - bit.ly/3bZ0nHW

@@BrianPhillipsRC that's what I was thinking thanks and you put out great informative content

Yep, it would be super similar. According to the specs, the wingspan is 1149mm. You can check out more details here... bprc.me/A10

You only have to use some KICKER (CA Accelerator) to get the glues to break down, BUT I wouldn't plan on having issues. I haven't (yet) and don't suspect it to be an especially high probability of failure....at least this point. Go for it. Great plane, and even if you DO have an issue, you'll love the path getting to the issue ;) BRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR bprc.me/A10

@@BrianPhillipsRC Sweet! Don't know what "kicker" is, or what it is designed to do, but based on the cool stuff you have done to get around short comings in some of these "off the shelf" RC models, I will take your word for it. In truth, I do not trust the servos HH uses in many of their BNF planes - they cut corners, and use junk servos; and as a general rule, I upgrade all the servos that come stock in EF planes. I love your insight, and having said that, I really love this plane. I had the Freewing version before I got out of the hobby for a hiatus. Now that I am back, I really miss my A10 - along with my FMS 1400 Trojan, it was the best flying plane in my fleet. I really want to love this EF A10, but I am hung-up on the silly engineering of gluing [anything] on modern RC planes. I know you know more than me, and I put a lot of stock in your opinion(s) and insight. A job well done...thank you! I WANT this plane. But...

Oh, and since you fly EVERY FRIGGIN' thing out there. I am kept up at night deciding between the new 90 EF Viper, the Freewing 80mm Avanti or the EF twin 64mm A10...help! My thought process is circling he drain! On a different note -my wife said your "camera crew" has beautiful hands as well as good skills with the camera.🤣

Some people would lie to you and say yes just to make a few dollars....DON'T DO IT. This plane will go 100+ MPH and it's expensive too!!!! Also, you need a 6S lipo to fly it, and it's just gonna be like $1000+ from start to finish... YES, you can fly this plane as a beginner, but if you're going to do that, maybe just send me like $750 on Patreon and then you'll come out a few hundred buck richer ;) LOL (JK by the way) What I would highly suggest is getting something more like one of these (YES THERE IS AN EDF JET)... Description | Purchase | Videos Habu STS 70mm RTF - bit.ly/38Kilv1 - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc5fYbIobNAtMUz2EoT7FGLl Apprentice 1.5m RTF bit.ly/2OIjVHd - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc4LA2ldEUZQMVWkJpCslxRc Carbon Cub S2 1.3m RTF bit.ly/3bS2r3O - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc4Y9gQ5S22B_3SXmtqylcmM T-28 Trojan 1.1m bit.ly/3eOh9Lk - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc6-_gHuXM6a1Nf_2nRxrmlc Apprentice 1.2m RTF bit.ly/2OIjVHd - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc43Qw4KNOOfzt14n6ZBo3LS Sport Cub S2 UMX bit.ly/3cDYUW1 - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc5gY8qX_x8kAJq3glGMXjDy AeroScout 1.1m - bit.ly/30MNn1c - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vfZZQXx7jU4.html Trekker 1.2 RTF bit.ly/34jhgLZ | PNP bit.ly/35xOPu8 - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc7b7RhCrnT4x4AYrqRVhFHf Bigfoot 1.3m RTF - bit.ly/30mYdOq - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc7elVLLXihkLRs_J4QQ0Hm- Pioneer 620mm RTF - bit.ly/2YotgbY - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc5DZarP-qgPO3IEliNvnPuP Prodigy 1.4m RTF - bit.ly/37zJxzt - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc4_0cKHioZSQLqFkVdjj7mh

You need help!!!! ;) LOL Just watch AFTER dark. That's what I try to do. *try* ;) LOL