Maiden Flight Review | E-flite Turbo Timber Evolution 1.5M BNF RC Plane

This is my Maiden Flight Review of the E-flite Turbo Timber Evolution 1.5M BNF RC Plane.

Links to this E-flite Timber RC Plane: https://bit.ly/3UbAUOC

The links in this description are affiliate links. They give me a small commission on sales which helps support the channel and keep it independent: https://www.amazon.com/shop/gblyndensrc

Radio Used:
- Hobbyzone: https://bit.ly/2SFAaXA
- Amazon: https://amzn.to/3qlysrJ

4S 2200 Spektrum Smart Battery:
- Hobbyzone: https://bit.ly/30kHBUg
- Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sWHiex

Spektrum XBC100 Smart Battery Checker & Servo Driver:
- Amazon: https://amzn.to/2ESwAyB
- Hobbyzone: https://bit.ly/3hSUJqq
- Amainhobbies: https://bit.ly/2XjRWPh

Thanks to John for recording this flight for me. Here is a link to his YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/JohnVH541

These are my review notes:

Pros:
- Battery bay on top
- Nice light kit
- BNF with AS3X & SAFE Select
- 3S or 4S power options
- Has a Smart ESC & Receiver
- Overall nice looking scheme
- Comes with options floats and hardware

Cons:
- Bubbled up decals were annoying
- Dings on main wing tips
- Ailerons were WAY out of trim and it was not clear how to mechanically trim them

This is how Horizon Hobby describes this new RC Plane:

"Many RC pilots got their first taste of flying a Short Take Off and Landing (STOL) capable airplane with the original E-flite Timber 1.5m model. Its friendly handling, nimble sport performance, and takeoff-and-land-almost-anywhere abilities made it one of the most popular RC aircraft of all time — widely acclaimed and highly recommended as a great "next step" after a trainer, as the perfect first STOL-capable aircraft, and as one of the best all-around, fun-to-fly sport models for a wide range of pilots. Its next evolution, the Turbo Timber 1.5m, proved even more popular than the original with the addition of metal-geared servos, a 3S and 4S compatible power system, plus a turboprop-styled nose and 3-blade propeller. Now comes the Turbo Timber® Evolution 1.5m, ready to continue the Timber legend with new upgrades that deliver more durability, convenience, and capabilities than ever before — plus a fresh and modern look!

The E-flite Turbo Timber Evolution 1.5m has been evolved into the Smartest, most convenient, capable, and durable Timber yet! Popular features from the original Timber are all there: the shock-absorbing landing gear with oversized, tundra-style wheels; optional-use float set and leading edge slats; functional slotted flaps; and an LED lighting system with landing, navigation and strobe lights. So are the enhancements that gave the Turbo Timber® more performance and capabilities, including a turboprop-styled nose, 3-blade prop and spinner, a more powerful 3S and 4S compatible power system, and a stiffer wing with durable, reliable metal-geared servos. Now the Turbo Timber Evolution 1.5m adds a new top hatch for faster, easier battery changes, plus combined connectors for simpler wing installation and removal. Strengthened landing gear mounts improve the model's durability and STOL capability when flying from rough terrain. The proven Turbo Timber power system is upgraded with an exclusive Spektrum™ Avian™ 60-amp Smart ESC, and the BNF® Basic version is equipped with an AR637TA receiver to provide full-range, real-time telemetry data including battery voltage, current, motor RPM and more — plus motor reversing for special ground handling and other capabilities — along with the benefits of AS3X® and optional-use SAFE Select technologies. There's even a fresh, modern trim scheme for the durable, composite-reinforced airframe! The Turbo Timber Evolution 1.5m remains the best "next step", everyday sport and STOL-capable model for a wide range of pilots — only it's now better than ever!" EFL105250

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