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YouTube Video VVV5TEltU2lNZmRMT3pJcUVmcXpoSWVBLklvMk16cVBmcnVV Can the E-Flite Sportix 1.1m handle a GoPro strapped underneath it? With zero regard for centre of gravity measurements and plenty of curiosity, I bolted a GoPro to the belly and took off. I was expecting to capture some spectacular footage or a spectacular crash - watch to the end and find out! 

This is  a no-holds-barred maiden flight with a GoPro strapped underneath.

This test wasn’t just about the camera - I also show a clever fix for a known weak point: the landing gear. Some of you Sportix 1.1m pilots may have experienced the stock landing gear tearing out of the plastic chassis. We reinforced mine with a bolt-through mod and an aluminium plate to keep her airborne.

In this video:
- DIY GoPro mounting on the Sportix
- A closer look at the landing gear issues and how we fixed mine
- Honest reflections on performance: sluggish handling, heavy landings, and a few laughs along the way

Verdict? It flies... kind of. Definitely not an everyday setup, but a fun experiment worth sharing.

Aircraft: E-Flite Sportix 1.1m
Camera: GoPro Hero
Purpose: Curiosity, chaos, and maybe cool footage!

Like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy crash-prone creativity and RC experimentation!

#EFlite #Sportix #GoProRC #RCPlaneMods #FoamieFix #MaidenFlight #LandingGearFix #CrashOrGlory #RCFlying #GoProFootage #RCGearTest
Can the E-Flite Sportix 1.1m handle a GoPro strapped underneath it? With zero regard for centre of gravity measurements and plenty of curiosity, I bolted a GoPro to the belly and took off. I was expecting to capture some spectacular footage or a spectacular crash - watch to the end and find out! 

This is  a no-holds-barred maiden flight with a GoPro strapped underneath.

This test wasn’t just about the camera - I also show a clever fix for a known weak point: the landing gear. Some of you Sportix 1.1m pilots may have experienced the stock landing gear tearing out of the plastic chassis. We reinforced mine with a bolt-through mod and an aluminium plate to keep her airborne.

In this video:
- DIY GoPro mounting on the Sportix
- A closer look at the landing gear issues and how we fixed mine
- Honest reflections on performance: sluggish handling, heavy landings, and a few laughs along the way

Verdict? It flies... kind of. Definitely not an everyday setup, but a fun experiment worth sharing.

Aircraft: E-Flite Sportix 1.1m
Camera: GoPro Hero
Purpose: Curiosity, chaos, and maybe cool footage!

Like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy crash-prone creativity and RC experimentation!

#EFlite #Sportix #GoProRC #RCPlaneMods #FoamieFix #MaidenFlight #LandingGearFix #CrashOrGlory #RCFlying #GoProFootage #RCGearTest
Will the E-Flite Sportix 1.1 m #rcplane carry a GoPro?
Watch me take the Volantex P-51 Mustang Warbird from sealed box to airborne in just 90 seconds! This is my third Volantex RC warbird, and it’s quickly becoming one of my favorites in the hangar.

In this video, you’ll see a quick unboxing, fast prep, and the maiden flight of this 4-channel warbird straight out of the box—minimal setup, max excitement. The Volantex P-51 offers incredible value and performance for beginner and intermediate RC pilots alike.

✈️ Video Highlights:
- Fast unboxing and setup
- Pre-flight checks and quick tips
- Maiden flight and scale-like flying
- Real-world review of the Volantex Mustang

📦 Plane: Volantex P-51 Mustang (750mm Wingspan)
🕹️ Setup: Plug and play, 4-channel, brushless motor
📍 Location: At home amongst the trees with minimal wind - perfect test flight conditions!

💬 I share my thoughts as I go - so if you’re wondering whether this warbird belongs in your fleet, stick around for the flight impressions.

👉 Perfect for:
- New RC pilots of any age wanting a low cost easy-to-fly warbird
- Volantex fans
- Anyone curious about RC flight without the faff

👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more RC fun - reviews, and epic maiden flights!

#VolantexRC #P51Mustang #Warbird #RCPlane #Unboxing #MaidenFlight #RCFlying #VolantexWarbird #FastLaunch #BoxToSky
Unboxing & Maiden Flight of the Volantex P-51 Warbird – From Box to Sky in 90 Seconds!
Landing Gear Broke? Quick Fix for Foam RC Planes Using CA Glue!

Cracked your foam RC plane’s landing gear? Don’t panic - this video shows you a super quick and easy repair using foam-safe CA glue that’ll have you flying again in minutes!

In this video, I show how I fixed the UMX Turbo Timber’s broken landing gear after a rough landing. It’s a must-watch for any RC pilot who wants to keep their foamies in the air without costly repairs. CA glue really does save the day!

🛠️ What You’ll See:
- Quick repair of the UMX Timber Turbo landing gear
- Step-by-step glue application using foam-safe CA

Whether you’re new to the RC flying hobby or a seasoned pilot, having CA glue on hand is essential. This video proves how fast, reliable, and surprisingly strong a basic foam repair can be.

📌 RC Plane: E-Flite UMX Turbo Timber
🧰 Repair Tool: Foam-safe CA glue ("super glue for foam")

👍 Like, comment, and share if this quick fix saved your flight day too!
📺 Subscribe for more RC tips, unboxings, flights, and honest reviews.

#UMXTimber #FoamPlaneRepair #RCPlaneFix #CALglue #QuickRepair #EFlite #RCFlying #FoamSafeGlue #LandingGearFix
Landing Gear Broke? Quick Fix for Foam RC Planes Using CA Glue!
After a crash that nearly totaled it, my UMX Turbo Timber is back in the sky and flying better than ever! 💪 This video proves that foamies are absolutely worth fixing. If you're into RC planes or just love a good RC rebuild success story, this one’s for you.

✅ Watch the maiden post-rebuild flight
✅ Tips on reinforcing and repairing damaged foam
✅ Proof that even a beat-up bird can soar again!

🎮 Flown with: Spektrum Transmitter
🛠️ Mods & fixes: Reinforced landing gear, servo replacements, and structural foam repair

🔁 Don’t junk your crashed foamie—rebuild and relaunch!
👍 Like, ✍️ comment, and 🔔 subscribe for more RC adventures, DIY repairs, and flight tests!

#UMXTurboTimber #FoamieFlight #RCPlaneRepair #MicroRC #RCAirplane #RCFlying #Spektrum #EFlite #HorizonHobby #FoamiesForever
First Flight of My UMX Turbo Timber #RCPlane After a Massive Rebuild!
A new flying location, low altitude, and a BIG change—switched to Mode 1 from Mode 2! 😅 I'm a total RC noob, but this little plane handled like a champ after the repair. Foamies FTW!

🌳 Tight space, tree dodging
🛠️ Rebuilt UMX Turbo Timber
🛫 RC beginner vibes!

#UMXTurboTimber #RCNoob #Mode1Flying #RCPlane #FoamieLife #MicroRC #RCAirplane #EFlite #TreeDodging #Shorts
Flying My Rebuilt UMX Turbo Timber #RCPlane Under the Trees!
After just 3.5 months of RC Flying time, here's the Maiden Flight of my  BRAND NEW E-Flite 1.1m Sportix, which was a birthday gift from my lovely wife!  It is an absolute must-have for my growing #hangar. 

After just 3.5 months of flying RC planes, I'm took the leap from STOL trainer to sport plane with the E-flite Sportix 1.1m — a birthday gift from my amazing wife! 💝

This beauty is an absolute must-have for any growing RC hangar, and its maiden flight was a total blast. We had a lot of fun filming this, so we hope you'll enjoy watching it all the way through.

🎮 Flown with: Spektrum TX
🌤️ Calm day, ideal for test flight
🛫 Confidence boost after STOL success

If you’re a beginner looking for the next RC airplane after a trainer, the Sportix 1.1m might be your perfect match!

💬 Drop a comment if you enjoyed it—or if you're thinking about getting one too!
👍 Like & 🔔 Subscribe to support our channel to inspire us to keep the RC content coming!

#EfliteSportix #RCPlane #MaidenFlight #TrainerUpgrade #FoamieFlight #Spektrum #HorizonHobby #RCFlying #BeginnerToIntermediate #SportPlane #RCAirplane #HangarLife
Maiden Flight of My BRAND NEW E-Flite Sportix 1.1m #rcplane – Post-Trainer Upgrade!
I'm getting the hang of this wonderful RC Plane and the proof is in this short video.  That's not to say I'm not crashing anymore ... but I am crashing a whole lot less!

Keep an eye out for my next video, coming soon, flying this amazing little plane.
Smooth Clean flight of my UMX Turbo Timber #rcplane - Still a beginner but learning fast!
This foam RC Plane repair video is after practicing my driveway landings and take-offs. At this point I'd only been flying this beauty for a total of about 2 - 3hrs hours.

The last attempt to take off again after a pretty successful landed resulted in the first major breakage of my brand new toy :-(   

These foam planes are pretty easy to fix and get flying again so if you are a noob like me, don't panic!  Get into it and enjoy your bird - hopefuly your next plane stays crash free and pretty LOL

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UMX TIMBER TURBO foam EPO #RCPLANE repair job - my first serious #rcplanecrash broke the nose off
In this video I practice my driveway landings and take-offs and as I'm very new to flying RC Planes it's still a bit of a learning curve for me. 

I've only been flying this beauty for a total of about 2 - 3hrs hours at this point so over the next few minutes in this video you will see me trying to land on quite a tricky strip.  The last attempt resulted in the first major breakage of my brand new toy :-(   

Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more RC adventures!
UMX Timber Turbo, Driveway Landing and Take Off Practice Session - Beginner #rcplane training!
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