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Spy Drone

21.5k SimpleEric  8.1 years ago

My entry for the Prop Canard Challenge held by @Sarpanitu.

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Mk. 2 update here: https://www.simpleplanes.com/a/8X3Vc7/Spy-Drone-Mk-2
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Trim - Open/close the suitcase.
VTOL - Unfold/fold the drone.
[AG1] - Take-off release.
[AG2] - Parachutes.

Normal speed limit 200mph. It will wobble at the joint spot if the speed limit is exceeded. Don't fly too fast unless the situation is urgent.

Have fun!

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General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 40.6ft (12.4m)
  • Length 28.3ft (8.6m)
  • Height 8.2ft (2.5m)
  • Empty Weight 23,492lbs (10,656kg)
  • Loaded Weight 23,648lbs (10,726kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.029
  • Wing Loading 10.7lbs/ft2 (52.3kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 2,208.3ft2 (205.2m2)
  • Drag Points 32788

Parts

  • Number of Parts 90
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 530
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @LEweirdplanes There was a refined version:
    https://www.simpleplanes.com/a/8X3Vc7/Spy-Drone-Mk-2
    And thanks for the comment! Inspirations are precious, I'll try to catch them : )

    6.9 years ago
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    @SimpleEric I think you should continue with this series!

    6.9 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @LEweirdplanes : )

    6.9 years ago
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    @SimpleEric you are welcome for this amazing thing

    6.9 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @LEweirdplanes Thanks for the upvote!

    6.9 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @QingyuZhou Thank you for the upvote : )

    7.4 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @DzikiSzynszyl Thanks, dude!

    7.4 years ago
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    @SimpleEric no problem. It really is a great idea and plane.

    7.8 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @Willdabeast769 Thanks for the upvote!

    7.8 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @rubbishcraft Many thanks!

    7.9 years ago
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    510 cmj3008

    @SimpleEric lool

    8.1 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @cmj3008 : )

    8.1 years ago
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    510 cmj3008

    @SimpleEric well to bad cause your getting upvotes!

    8.1 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @cmj3008 Thank you! Not asking for more upvote, you just could get a better version here:
    https://www.simpleplanes.com/a/8X3Vc7/Spy-Drone-Mk-2
    Enjoy!

    8.1 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @Pilotmario Thank you for the upvote! Here is an updated version. Have fun! https://www.simpleplanes.com/a/xl8vYm/Spy-Drone

    8.1 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @FeirAamir Thanks! Here is Mk. 2 https://www.simpleplanes.com/a/xl8vYm/Spy-Drone Fixed all bugs. I think you could play with it even happier : )

    8.1 years ago
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    @SimpleEric I like the secretive part and when you start and release it from the case it picks up at the right time. Like it alot.

    8.1 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @FeirAamir Thank you!

    8.1 years ago
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    Np!

    8.1 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @SteadfastContracting Thank you! Very glad you like it!

    8.1 years ago
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    Cool!

    8.1 years ago
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    @SimpleEric Welcome

    8.1 years ago
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    32.3k CRJ900Pilot

    Np@SimpleEric

    8.1 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @CRJ900Pilot Thank you! Glad to see you have fun with this : )

    8.1 years ago
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    21.5k SimpleEric

    @lapisGamerYT Thank you for the upvote and the comment. Very happy you like it!

    8.1 years ago
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