Flite Test Spear Electric Airplane Kit (1041mm)

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We finally get to welcome the Flite Test SPEAR to the FT plane family!!  You can fit it all in the new FT SPEAR! This plane was designed to be able to carry all your gear when you fly!  you can put your GoPro, board camera, 2 batteries, fpv gear, and even a vector system, if you have one. Also, if you have seen the episode it EVEN HOLDS chipotle chips, guac and a BURRITO! The Spear has a unique center console that is made larger and wider for the very purpose for storage.  The larger wing allows for a larger payload compared to the FT Mini Arrow!  This wing also allows for you to strap/tape bendable tripods with cameras for different aerial viewpoints if you are trying to get that epic shot! The Spear also is super stable and allows you to perform acrobatically challenging maneuvers with ease!

Power Pack Compatibility:  
Flite Test Airplanes are all designed around the use of various "Power Packs" which include an inexpensive Motor, ESC, Servo, & accessory package to complete each aircraft!


Specifications:
Weight: 1.5 LBs (Fully assembled; without battery)
Wingspan: 41 Inches (1041mm)
Center of Gravity: 3-3.5 Inches (76-89mm) in front of the firewall (Recommended)
Control Surface Throws: 16 Degrees
Expo Suggestions: 30%

Kit Includes:

  • Laser-cut Foam Airframe
  • Wood Accessory Kit
  • Push Rods
  • Throw Gauge
  • Specification Sheet

Needed to Complete:

  • (1) Brushless Motor: Flite Test C Radial or 425 Size, 1200kV Minimum
  • (1+) Propellers: 9x4.5
  • (1) ESC: 30 Amp
  • (1+) Battery: 3S 11.1V LiPo 2200mAh
  • (2) Servos: ~9 Gram Micro Servos
  • (1) 2.4GHZ Radio System (Radio & Receiver)
  • Misc. Building Supplies.

This product was added to our catalog on August 2, 2017

Rhy Norton
Sunday, Apr 5 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Flite Test Spear Electric Airplane Kit (1041mm)
I still cannot get over how stable these flying wings are... My first wing was the FT Arrow and I really enjoyed it. The FT Spear is even better, as it more stable due to the larger size. That being said, it still retains the "laser" maneuverability that I loved about the FT Arrow. The stall speed is so low that I actually have a hard time landing it near me due to the length of my runway. Whenever I flare to land it just pops up and keeps flying!

This is an easy scratch build for a very versatile airplane. I am using a 2218 1,120kV motor, 9x7.5E prop, 40A ESC (w/ seperate 5A UBEC), and a 2,200mAh 4S battery. This combination works great for me, providing all the power I would ever want, while still allowing for some long flight times. The giant hatch is also a bonus, as I really, really, hate to mess with small compartments (talking to you John Overstreet... :) Another great feature is how the ESC is exposed to the elements for ultra-efficient cooling.

Critiques... the build video is inconsistent with the paper plans. There are some additional fins on the plans that get no mention in the video and another large piece of the aircraft is one piece in the plans, but two in the build video. That being said, nothing too difficult to work around. I would also highly recommend painting, as it is VERY easy to lose perspective when flying.