TWIN-PROPELLER - 1:4 SCALE - MANEUVERABLESCALE FLIGHT - AEROBATICS
Model data:
Type: Giant-Scale RC Model based on the P-38 Aircraft
Scale: 1:4
Length: 2.68 m ( 8.79 feet)
Wingspan: 3.69 m (12.1 feet)
Weight: No-fuel: 72.75 lbs / 33 Kg
Fuel: ~1.85 Liter / 3 lbs
Engine: 2 x CW 80cc MVVS 80IRS type (2 x 9 hp approx.) @ 6000-6500 RPM max.
Propeller: 2 x 3-blade (24 x 12 simulated)
Fuel consumption: Approximately 40-50 ml/min or 0.8 GPH (at full power)
Channels:
- Throttle
- Rudder
- Elevator
- Ailerons
- Control modes (Full, Dual-Rates/Expo) - Recommended for scale flying.
- Flaps
- Gears
Pilot Notes:
General: The P-38X is a powerful and very responsive twin engine model that feels comfortable and composed both on the ground and in the air.
Speed management: The stall is aggressive and provides little warning. Low speed flight can feel deceptively controlled right up to the break. Do not be fooled by the apparent stability at reduced speed as the aircraft will appear fully manageable until it isn't. The stall is accompanied by an aggressive wing drop which is unrecoverable at low altitude. Keep the speed up, always.
On landing, be aware of propstrike risk, particularly when touching down with full flaps deployed. The reduced ground clearance in this configuration leaves little margin on touchdown. Plan your flare accordingly.
Controls: Switch to dual rates and/or expo for scale flying.
Real world reference video:
*The following video shows a real-world reference for the model. It is provided for informational purposes only. It is not produced by or affiliated with VSKYLABS. All credits belong to the original content creators. Various design features and other characteristics may vary, when compared to the VSKYLABS model in X-Plane.
VSKYLABS RC Elements Vol. 1 screenshots - X-Plane 12:
