This build had some harsh lessons in store for me. It was not an easy go. I'm sorry if it looks unfinished, but the part count is just too high for either of my machines to handle. Next time, I'll pay more attention to part count management.
Flight controls are standard, no AG controls.
The rudder control is very important on this plane, so make sure you use it when you're making turns.
This plane acts like she doesn’t wanna go up in the air, but keep arguing with her and pulling back on the stick and once she gets airborne and a little speed built up, she’ll stay level (with a good amount of trim).
Thanks to @XjayIndustrys for the idea to make this plane, and thanks to @XjayIndustrys, @randomusername, and @tylerdeveneuxmusic for help with troubleshooting. Thanks guys!
That's all. Happy flying :)
Specifications
Spotlights
- Mumpsy 5.6 years ago
- JohnnyBoythePilot 5.6 years ago
- Chancey21 5.6 years ago
- ThePilotDude 5.6 years ago
General Characteristics
- Created On Windows
- Wingspan 55.0ft (16.8m)
- Length 37.0ft (11.3m)
- Height 16.8ft (5.1m)
- Empty Weight 1,918lbs (870kg)
- Loaded Weight 2,982lbs (1,352kg)
Performance
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.083
- Wing Loading 2.8lbs/ft2 (13.6kg/m2)
- Wing Area 1,074.2ft2 (99.8m2)
- Drag Points 3092
Parts
- Number of Parts 809
- Control Surfaces 6
- Performance Cost 2,158
Yessir it is :)
Well... approximately. It’s not totally accurate, which is why I don’t consider it a replica. But hopefully it’s clear what it’s based on. I do this with most all my builds. I just don’t feel comfortable calling them replicas at my skill level, but also I want it to be clear (through the name and/or the shape of the plane) that it is not an original design. @Davisplanez
Is This A Santos-Dumont 14-bis?
Haha because such wings @AWESOMENESS360
@Hyattorama much fly, very upvote.
Hahaha @AWESOMENESS360
Such square, very box.
Thanks guys!! :) that makes me feel better for sure. @ThePrototype @Mumpsy
Don’t worry, you’re not alone! It is definitely a misleading shape haha. @MrDoolittle
I think it’s mostly all the fuselage sections that comprise the four main wings. There’s quite a lot of em. Actually there’s quite a lot in the fuselage itself too. If I had it to do over again I’d lower the part count... @JetFly
Did anyone else think this was backwards when they first spawned it in... No? Just me? Ok then...
Dang! That's great!
YES, THIS IS AMAZING
but why is the part count so high?
Haha @XjayIndustrys
Left ;)@Hyattorama
Well hey, that’s gotta count for something right? Haha @XjayIndustrys
Thank you man, that helps :)@FastDan
It’s the best 14 bis on the site
Don't sweat it,it looks great!
Thanks man! I’m pretty frustrated with it so that’s nice to hear haha. I don’t think this plane is going to get much attention, but I’m happy that you like it! :) thanks for your help with troubleshooting/morale boosting by the way @XjayIndustrys
Wow looks so good