I was just re-watching this amazing video for the fourth or fifth time when my wife walked by. She said, "I can always tell when you're watching that guy's model airplane videos. First, there's the mellow piano music and, then, you're just staring at the screen with your mouth hanging open." I laughed because I realized she was right, but then I thought, "How satisfying it must be for an artist to know his work can affect and move viewers like this." Well done.

@maxfliart

5 жыл бұрын

Funny. I've found the films can indeed affect the spouses. Short story. I was filming a friend's model during a long, frustrating trim session where his bird simply didn't want to fly. Another friend came along, gave him a few pointers, and the ship grooved like never before. I posted this clip for him and a few others. During the amazing flight, the builder could clearly be heard yelling, "Oh, oh, YES...YES...YESSS...!! Watching the clip back at home in his dining room, his wife came running around the corner, thinking he was watching porn... It happens. We get excited over these simple, cheap thrills.

I never thought a rubber powered model can fly so long and in such a perfect way. A perfect piece of craftmanship.

@TheTeufelhunden68

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, it is very interesting. My wife got me a P-51 for Christmas, and I am starting the build. I haven't built a rubber plane since the seventies, so I started watching. They fly so much better than RC. I wish you well in your modeling!

@deekaxel8760

5 жыл бұрын

Dear@@TheTeufelhunden68, I am nor able to build such lightweight models. My self-made RC-models have always been very heavy because I thought that I had to build them strong to survive crash landings. But I was wrong. There was a lot of damage when landing was not so really successful so I gave up building models in the classic way. The modern radio controls work very reliable and rc flight simulation programs on the home computer allow easy trainig for beginners without any risk of destroing a real model. The foam models require little skill or time to be build so rc model flying is ideal for little skilled model builders like me. These rubber powered models are such wonderful works of art that I would not dare to let them fly more than once to proof they fly, but then I would put them on display so they are safe from becoming damaged. I wish you the very best for the building of the P-51 and many flights without damage.

@TheTeufelhunden68

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mr. Axel. I live in the Deseret, and barring snow I hope to build and fly. I would appreciate your points on trimming. I've built them, But I can't fly them.

@TheTeufelhunden68

5 жыл бұрын

@@deekaxel8760 My models crash. I want to say I love your flights,.

@deekaxel8760

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheTeufelhunden68 I live in Bavaria, Germany. I am sorry i cannot help you much with trimming problems. I bought my RC models used or as foamies, either. Used models are normally trimmed by the previous owner. I alway buy used models that show that they have been used often but are free from crashes. These are good models. Models that look almost like brandnew had been flown once and then the owner was unsatifsfied so he decided to sell the model. Thats no good sign. With foamies there is no trimming problem as long as you trim the model according to the center of gravity that is described in the manual of the model. What kind of model do you want to fly? RC model or rubber powered free flight model? Normally a model aircraft has a simple wooden plate as fin and horizontal stabilizer. The main wing is flat at the buttom and convex at the upper side. In uch a case the center of gravity should be between the first and second third part of the main wing. The horizontal stabilizer should be two to three degrees different from the buttom side of the main wing in direction of nose up (EWD = angle differece between horizontal stabilizer and bottom of the main wings). The motor with the propeller should be tilted nose down approx. 2/3 of the EWD that means 1,5 to 2 degrees down in camparison to the bottom of the main wing. And the motor should be tilted to the right for approx. 2 degrees to compensate for the propeller torque. With a light model or especially a rubber powered model first flight should be hand started with little motor power until the model flies straight without pumping up and down. The motor power should be increased form flight to flight and thu the motor tilt and side angel can be improved. Withe a bigger RC model that cannot be started by hand - let the model gain ennough velocity until you pull up. Dont climb too hard. Climb slowly in order not to get into low speed stall. Each pilot tries to gain altitude in order to have enough air below the model an the earth in case somthing gets out of control, but this is very hazardous. Most crashes on start are cased by pilots trying to geht airborne and reach altitude too quick. I hope this can help you a little bit.

I cannot find the words. That's how good your work is.

@P61guy61

5 жыл бұрын

Yasser Masood, agreed.

@janefaulkner3749

5 жыл бұрын

Here Here.👍🆙

@Mr.SisterFisster

5 жыл бұрын

Hey guys! I found them!...oh wait no, there they go...

@fordrestored4646

5 жыл бұрын

One word.. perfection

@philjlo7560

5 жыл бұрын

Amazing,

That is amazing! The only thing that remotely comes close to the build was the video you took the time to craft to share with all of us. Thank you.

@maxfliart

5 жыл бұрын

Humbled. Thx so very much for the kind words.

Perfect.. from start to finish. Subject matter, music and craftsmanship.

When historical research, technology and exquisite craftsmanship meet it's like finding the locus of truth and beauty. The evening flight and music accompaniment only add to the beauty. Simply superb.

Blimey, any aeromodeller can appreciate the standard of that work. In many ways building the smaller models is much more of a test of your craftsmanship. Amazing, I wish my skills were up to your level.

I have never really encountered something that made me cry about dieing crafts. This made me cry. I'm going to save all your work for posterity, and show it to my children.

I hit the thumbs up once because it won't let me hit it 100 times! Awesome as always! Keep them coming I am inspired.

@maxfliart

5 жыл бұрын

Thx for the kind words.

My father in law was Mik Mikelson RIP. Mik was a great model builder like yourself I have a ME 109 hanging up in my hanger at Santa Monica airport . He was know for this Twin rubber band models and won lots of tournaments. Your build reminds me of his . great work keep it up !

@maxfliart

5 жыл бұрын

Thx for there kind words.

The best model aeroplane I have ever seen. Beautiful, just beautiful.

I don't know what was more enjoyable . . . watching you build it . . . or watching you fly it. Beautiful.

I thought I'd been clever by fixing my ballast in a cast lead disc behind the prop plug, but no, I never would have even dreamed of gluing it into the spinner! Obviously, it has a better moment out there, but I presume your spinner has to be very true to prevent energy-wasting vibrations...? Thanks to these endlessly enjoyable and thoroughly informative videos, the (Caudron-inspired) rebuild of my Me109 has just delivered its finest looking and most realistic flight to date: not the longest at only 40 seconds, but oh so smooth. I'm still in happy shock!!!

@maxfliart

5 жыл бұрын

Thx, Justin and congrats. "Happy shock" is a great place to be, isn't it?!! That's how I felt on the third evening of flying this Seafire, after two nights of reckless abandon.

@crashrr2993

5 жыл бұрын

Heiseishizukesa!

@maxfliart

5 жыл бұрын

Indeed!! BTW, the nose cone ballast stayed true, so I'd suggest trying it if you need it. But...it was so disappointing, when I found the bird was relatively light at 54 grams, only to add 24+ grams of eventual ballast. Ugh. A model's CG is what it is. No arguing.

@aeromodeller1

4 жыл бұрын

@@maxfliart Those Merlin engines were pretty heavy.

Unbelievable! The most beautiful plane and flight I have seen on the web so far!

I'd say you nailed it on the nose weight. She had a beautiful climb out and steady descent. Incredible work.

Thank you for restoring some of my faith in humanity. Craftsmen still exist.

This is really great ! The build sequence, covering, detail ... all of it a joy to see. And I love the gentle evening flight. I used to build models when I was a boy, remember the smell of grassy fields. Now I'm nearly 50, a pro furniture maker - still making stuff of wood but I miss those days. Time to take it up again ! Again : thank you !

I have been building for over seventy years I can't match that . Fabulous build real art and talent.

This is way beyond modelling. It's a flying sculpture.

More than ever, now that an rtf rc-plane with Multichannel rc, lipopower and bl-Motor can be bought for peanuts, the beauty of a scratchbuilt rubberpowered freeflying model like this is a sight to behold. Thanks a lot sharing and for accompanying the video with beautiful and appropriate music.

Stunningly beautiful Spit. Superb attention to detail. Talented builder. Majestic in flight. Truly awesome!

@CheekyMonkey1776

5 жыл бұрын

WALTER LYON Well........ technically not a Spitfire, but you’re right. It’s a “Spit”. The Seafire was adapted for Naval use after modifications were made to the “Spit”. Folding wings, hook for carrier landings etc. Sorry..... you likely know all this and I’m being a bore. 😉

@gordonwright85

5 жыл бұрын

@@CheekyMonkey1776 your being a bore😀it's just a brilliant model

@fordrestored4646

5 жыл бұрын

Cheeky Monkees so the. Model runs off of a rubber band Wond really right or??? Because I’m not super sure

@CheekyMonkey1776

5 жыл бұрын

Crazy Crocodile Yeah, crazy huh? I spent some time looking at the links. They even sell special rubber bands! Kinda makes li look more realistic... at least on video. Personally, I would have trouble launching such a beautiful model without radio control. Heck, who knows maybe that’s part of the thrill.

@fordrestored4646

5 жыл бұрын

Cheeky Monkees thank you for telling me I had no idea how they got a rubber bank to power it for so long

I can. One word. Masterpiece.

You've got serious brass ballast to take something that beautifully and painstakingly crafted, go outside and throw it. To see it fly adds another dimension, literally and figuratively. Amazing videography to boot; thanks for sharing.

You actually brought tears to my eyes with that masterpiece of a video... 😢 I admire anyone who has both the skill and the patience to complete such a painstaking project, and to bestow so much loving care and attention to detail in the process. You took me back to my childhood days, when such innocent joy and pleasure could be derived, from the pent up excitement of winding up a propeller, then watching a fragile, balsa wood creation soar... borne aloft on the gentlest of Summer breezes... Thank you for evoking that memory. 😊🙋🏻‍♂️

@maxfliart

5 жыл бұрын

Thx for the kind words. I often think of my dad when I build, who as a craftsman, set the standard to which I try to achieve. He was always the first to see the completed model.

That, Sir, is a work of art!!!

When I was in highschool i made a spitfire balsa wood / rubber powered plane. On its maiden flight it flew up above our swimming pool and a knot stopped the prop momentarily and it started to descend into the water, I had both my hands on top of my head and was expecting the worse when suddenly the knot came loose in the rubber band and the plane surged upwards at the very last moment barely clearing the edge of the pool and landing on the cool deck. Loved it. This spitfire is and always will be my favorite airplane.

Never cried watching a model airplane video before. Brilliant! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Best RC video ever and it's not even RC! How amazing is that! Good old fashioned tech, just like the original. RJ Mitchell would be proud of you make no mistake! Great sound track too! Thank you very much! :-)

WoW! She looks and flies beautifully!! Brilliant craftsmanship!

Outstanding craftsmanship and a superb flight performance!

graceful. and that shot of it going down into the sunset. wow

Never seen a plane of that type so well made . That's very impressive , congratulations !

And that’s how to do it! You should be very proud. It’s was humbling to watch. Thank you for sharing.

The Seafire flew beautifully. The appearance is first class. Enjoyed watching this video very much.

You are " top of the game". A "zen master" state in aeromodelling. So enjoyable to watch. Thanks.

I love ALL versions of the Spitfire! What a beautiful piece of engineering!

A fine example of the master's touch.

Absolutely brilliant!! Master craftmanship producing a piece of aviation art, that flew magnificently!. Well done on all counts, sir!!

That was so cool. I so admire your skill, patience, and the way you put this video together.

Truly beautiful. As a plastic model builder, I am awed!

SUPERB! SPELLBINDING!! *ELEGANT!!!* And the idea of using lightweight shrink-wrap around a form (FiMo?) you make yourself might revolutionize (while maintaining the legitimacy of) the *paper model* (print, cut out, fold and paste) that uses this method for canopies that paper simply can't replace. The PM enthusiast will instantly grasp the can of worms it opens ... now we gotta build the whole gorram cockpit, too!?!? ("Well, Fred, you *knew* the job was dangerous when you took it..." -- Superchicken)

Really cool, nice work!

Absolutely beautiful, start to finish

Such a beauty to behold. Watching a well crafted model take to the air and fly with such grace is a privilege to see. Props to you because that is some hardcore balsa bashing at its finest. Thank you for sharing, it's inspiring and made my day.

Truly astonishing accuracy, patience and craftsmanship. A pleasure to watch.

You have built an amazing plane. Thank you for sharing your secrets to making such an amazing work. It's beautiful.

Along with the music, simply "BEAUTIFUL"!

A masterclass in modelling .

A beautiful creation.

Impressive scratch built even more impressive performance. Beautiful model. Perfectly captured images. Thank you for posting.

Beautiful, an absolute piece of art and a pleasure to see it fly like a bird, free and graceful. Applause to your craftsmanship.

@maxfliart

5 жыл бұрын

Thx. She has been a dream to fly.

you're absolutely insane airbrushing the tissue ... it looks stunning, great work!

I don't think there are enough superlatives to describe your craftsmanship. Beautiful model in concept, build and flight. Cheers!

@maxfliart

5 жыл бұрын

Thx, Bill. She's one of my favorites. Flight pattern feels like the perfect match of prop & rubber.

That's a fine representation of a Seafire, as good looking as the real thing, and it seems like it flies as good as it looks, great job👍👍👍

People who hate or dislike greatness should be removed from KZread.

Gosh! What a great video. I never knew rubber powered models could fly like that. Fantastic job mate.

There are few machines as beautiful as a Spitfire. You've really done something special with this one. Looks great in the air.

I mean come on with this kind of skill!! Simply amazing.

Many thanks for this creation and video. Gold medals for both The world needs more people like you and more Spitfires

Consider me gobsmacked. Excellent video, model, skins and construction. Work of art through and through. Well done!

You've built and flown so many beautiful models, Tom, but this Seafire and your Nicholas Beazley have to be my favorites! Thanks for sharing the videos!

@maxfliart

5 жыл бұрын

Thx, those two are surely in my top five from recent years. Both were milestone flyers for me on numerous levels.

Just wonderful to see how beautiful a model can look using an old-school medium rather than foam or 3D printing, subject to model-making skill of course! Thank you

Holy crap. Serious skills. That thing flies amazing and a lot longer than I would have thought.

Gorgeous model, beautiful countryside and lovely photography. Well done. M.

Very inspiring!

Beautiful! Simply amazing! Thanks for sharing!

A work of art, beautiful!

From one modeler to another - magnificent work - you have my admiration

Amazing. Thank you for posting.

Mr DaVinci, good to see your doing well after all these years!

@abjectt5440

4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking earlier what if DaVinci actually saw this?

Great plane!!!! Amazing!!!! Have you made the plans available?

@maxfliart

5 жыл бұрын

Thx. The plan was cobbled together from various 3-views, so I haven't made anything specific as a plan. If I do, I'll be sure to post it here.

Wow! You sir are a craftsman! I'm sure Rolls Royce would have signed you up wartime! Thank you for posting!

Sheer genius, the model and the video documentary, in today's fractured world to see such creativity is inspiring 😍

Beautiful work. I wish I could build that way ...

Awesome plane, amazing detail! Thanks.

@stevenkelby2169

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome breakfast too!

Modeling life goals right here. Thank you for taking the time to make and share another fantastic video

My favorite WWII British plane. Amazing work.

WOW!!!! What craftsmanship! i cannot say enough good things about your airplane, thank you for sharing this.

Wow! Salute.

Such detail and commitment to having each piece “talk” to those beside it. Beautifully calming to watch an exercise that can be so anxiety producing. Truly in the hands of a master.

Großartig, Modell für Modell ein Meisterwerk.

@maxfliart

5 жыл бұрын

Thx!

A beautifully put together video and a fantastic model! Well done sir!

Incredible, sir. Takes me back to my childhood

yeah, can't say much to this.. I mean can you even describe this awesome mastercraftsmanship, and this beautiful flight?!

Just amazing! Truly a work of art & precision!

Fantastic. That was meditative.

@maxfliart

5 жыл бұрын

Thx

Beyond the accomplishment of a mater modeler, you sir are an incredible artist.

Simply beautiful, the design, making and flight. This is what aircraft modelling use to be like.

Magnificent! Sixty years ago I built a rubber powered S.E.5 from plans originally published in Popular Flying magazine (c.1935). It did fly, but nowhere as well as this!

You're a model engineer, fantastic workmanship! I used to be quite good at making plastic model kits but never did anything like this.

@williamcarrington61

5 жыл бұрын

The " Me too " brigade , will echo your comment .

@andrewjenery1783

5 жыл бұрын

@@williamcarrington61 Thanks. What really amazed me was how long it flew with a rubber band powered prop.

Well done all the best from John in Texas

I built free flight rubber planes when I was a teen. I’m 62 now and have been building styrene scale models for a few years. I do have a P-51 Balsa kit in my stash. Your work is very inspiring! Thank you for posting sir.

Wonderful. Watching this I felt 13 years old again !

This channel deserves more subs.

Wow just wow, the skill some people have, and it just flew majestically.

Beautiful workmanship. Congratulations.

Been thinking about going back to the basics and building some rubber power planes like I used to. Your craftsmanship is inspiring to say the least! I always enjoyed building the old Gullow kits, quality wasn't the best but it was fun!

Freakin Brilliant !!!!! An inspiration to us all. Thank you so much for sharing.

I’m new to this hobby. New to these vids. If I can build my Spitfire to this standard I’ll be chuffed! And the way that flys... amazing!

ceaftmanship, music, build precision, beauty. 10/10!