E-flite - Habu SS - Unbox, Build, Radio Setup, & Maiden Flights

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[tylersrcflightschool]

I just have to say I am forever thankful for this channel. It has saved me many times when I've had questions Just Maiden my vans RV-7 two days ago. Flys amazing I watched your videos prior to set up and set up reverse thrust and I love it. This is my next jet in my hangar to add to the other 28 aircraft i have. Avian ESC is awesome. Your wife is always great with questions. Thank you both

[jamilsabbatt]

You guys don’t get enough credit for the great work you do here on this channel. Thank you for another sweet plane. Best channel on YouTube for all skill levels and ages. I love it !

[Tharkunify]

I just want to emphasize fixing the elevator. I tried flying my new Habu SS with a 4S 14.8v 4000 mAs and even with full up trim it was still diving. Followed battery placement recommendation as per the manual but it was a bad day of flying. I recommend following what is said in these videos, move the battery a little more aft and fix the elevator. Thanks for posting your vids! Live an learn.

[joemusto]

Brian, I just want to thank you for your fantastic videos. You cover all the pros and cons on these planes and give really relevant recommendations. I had ordered a Viper as my first EDF based on the recommendation of another channel and it was too much for me as a first EDF. I hope to be flying that soon but for right now, the Habu SS sounds like a better starting point so I just ordered one with your link. Keep up the great work!

[josephpuzzo]

I love that fact that Brian used the NX8 and not some crazy high $$ radio that the average guy can't afford. Really makes sense that way everyone can follow along with the planes he builds.

[speedteamhpi]

Nice review man . This jet it really fun to fly . I had the chance to fly one two weeks ago at HHEAFI . When i flew it, it had a smart 3200 50c , gear off and was super fast . super stable with plenty of snap too . This will be my new go to jet over my viper . One key point to about the landing gear for new jet pilots, use the STS tires and wheels are larger for softer landings . Keep up the great work B !

[RSchwara]

I went by the book on the initial setup and maidened it and found your 100% correct on the elevator! It flew just as you said, LONG TAKE off and Hot landing. Also had alot of trim to keep it flying level. Appreciate your recommends!

[stealthwarrior]

Thx Brian,
Enjoy your review flts, however as an Intermediate prop Flyer, this time I paid particular attention to your build & radio programming on the Habu. I’d like to “smoothly” transition into edf’s, so your recommendations for elevator trim & reverse thrust instructions were welcomed. I wasn’t successful in programming “pilot fatigue” on my DX7 (though possibly my error & may yet try again).Still, reverse may at least keep me on the blacktop and/or out of the weeds w/such long runout. Also appreciate the tip for slight pitch up attitude. I ended up tweaking both clevis to get any up deflection on my elevators, n anticipate fabricating a new battery tray allowing for 4 & 6cell placement conducive to CG (those orig straps certainly not placed correctly). Great tips!

[notoo]

Love this plane.. I turned the landing housing into housing for a landing light. Removed the bottom part, drilled a hole for the LED, wired it to the reviever and glued it in place. Haven't tried tried the elevator mod yet, as its not a problem for us.

[spencelloyd]

Brian, I'm a brand new RC pilot and find your videos invaluable--thanks so much for doing them. I have the Habu SS and have been having a lot of trouble landing it w/o bouncing. I"m going to try your elevator retrim before my next flight. One small nit on the video--check the manual again--it *does* give a CG range. Can see it in the video at the top left. :)

[mikeg]

folks, education without tuition is impossible. I am paying my tuition by ordering this plane and 6S here. i am one month into this hobby and learned on the 4s T-28 and 4S Conscendo. Marine pilot and now retired Delta airline pilot and i progressed quickly. Thanks for the education with help from the great job from the camera crew

[johncampagna]

I have learned much watching this.My sts has had alot of down pitch on the elevator and now ik what to do tnx 2 u .gonna trim the foam front and back and give it a little more pitch with the cg a little back on the batt.ty so much

[chrisdejager]

Thanks for a nother great review you guys... i love your channel...even watched the entire 6 hour of the prev one...🖒 and now we know what was in the boxes by the door..

[shattablaze]

Your review was awesome! Love your energy, constructive feedback and honesty!

[PhilBender]

Its the CG Brian, get that pack all the way back. I use to the Habu sts with a 4s 3200 and now that I got this with a 6s, the weight difference in the nose is big. I noticed it immediately when taking off. That elevator didn't have the authority it needs. I moved the servo horn connection out 1 hole and keep the pack all the way back.

[charlesherrmann]

The smoked canopy on a yellow, white, and gray plane looks so good.

[thelongestday]

A key problem is how the rudder and the elevator are connected... one my second landing the rudder connection came a bit loose and I had no rudder response anymore... if you check out the building video of the Habu SS on this channel, you can see that it is difficult to plug the connection in very tight... no real room to push in with your fingers, needs a flat tool to push it into position and get a good connection.

[notoo]

Had to watch this again as I decided to rebuild and upgrade my Viper 70mm with an Avian 80amp ESC after an unfortunate tip stall incident. The tip of the digital channel proved most helpful 👍

[roderickjamesriddick]

Very good Brian and Megan really good tips. From the UK.

[MikeSarni]

Brian u are the man…. Didn’t forget about camera crew either she rocks too!