First flight of DC-3 RC 1/8 scale
To see more visit: rcsturla.com. Video of interior here: • Giant DC-3 RC Interior...
This is a beautiful RC model of DC-3 / C-47 in. Flugfélag Íslands (Air Iceland) operated DC-3´s from 1946-1972 in this color scheme.
The builder of this model is Sturla Snorrason. See his work on the DC-3 here:
rcsturla.com. Email: sturlasnorrason@gmail.com.
Here is Sturla´s description:
"This model is more than a simple piece of shiny real aluminium work. It's in perfect 1/8 scale, nose, engine house, tail, length and wings are all in 1/8 scale. It has the right airflow for all the steerings so it has realistic flight. It was made by my own design, as all other designs I found out there were out of scale on some parts, and as a big enthusiast of this plane that wasn't simply good enough for me. It was an incredible experience to see it take it's first flight back in 2014, it took total of fifteen flights. Since then the aluminium has been polished and it's interior decorated. I've spent over 1500 hours on making the model and around half that time went on the aluminium alone. Now it's fully finished and ready to fly again".
He has also made a 1/8 scale PBY Catalina. He is selling blueprints and custom made landing gear. The song is "The Engagement" by Silent Partner. I got it from the youtube library non copyrighted.
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As an old man... who grew up in the 80s flying RC, this brings tears to my eyes.
@ExtremeAviationIceland
2 жыл бұрын
Nostalgic
That model has to be one of the best I have ever seen - what a craftsman!
the model: first in class. the pilot: huevos grande. well done sir. was truly thrilling to watch.
@ExtremeAviationIceland
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
I have lived by an airport for 67 years. I used to see and hear DC3s several times a day throughout the 50s-late 60 early70s. My favorite plane. Noisey as heck but very graceful and one of the most reliable ever built. A real workhorse. I got to go on one for a grade school field trip. Very steep narrow aisle. That's the coolest flying model I have ever seen! Thank you!
The skin detailing on this gorgeous model is nothing short of remarkable. My favorite prop plane, and now, my favorite plane model. Very well done!
Beautiful. Cant say anything else. Beautiful.
I thought he had dubbed in the original engine sounds a couple of times. What a beautiful piece of work. Why 273 misguided people took the effort to click on the thumbs down is a mystery to me.
I never saw a better scale model...the scenery is spectacular too. Thanks for posting.
That's a superb model. The start of the left motor there sounded just like the real thing! I can only imagine the dedication that went in to building this wonderful Aircraft. Amazed at how real these RC models look.👍🇭🇲🦘🐨✌️
@ExtremeAviationIceland
3 ай бұрын
Thank you. www.rcsturla.is is the RC builder.
How could anyone not like such a cool thing, but I see 17 poor, misdirected souls don't. May they increase their fiber intake and feel better soon. What a great airplane. Well done!
@excommando1
5 жыл бұрын
It's up to EIGHTY people who don't like this. WTF?
@joevignolor4u949
5 жыл бұрын
They are probably just jealous that they can't do something like that.
@andrewaway
4 жыл бұрын
It is a very cool thing.
@TheHorsebox2
4 жыл бұрын
105 dimwits who spent the time watching and decided they didn't like this. What's not to like?
@magicmike6961
4 жыл бұрын
its 107 now.
Simply wonderful.
Wonderful! Love Iceland. Love DC-3s.
If we ever discover a race of 1/8th people, they are going to be so happy!
@ExtremeAviationIceland
4 жыл бұрын
Chuck Wagon 😆
@anisahmed7345
4 жыл бұрын
Q
Elite micro-engineering coupled with a very highly skilled R/C operator. The landing was sublime. BRAVO! 👍
I have just watched your video before going to bed. What a perfect way to end a day. Sublime RC model, and video presentation Mr. Snorrason. MSFS FS2002-4, FSX.
Outstanding!! I love it when people don't forget that beautiful plane. Goes to show, Douglas had a damn great idea. Thank you for the video!!
Ok you had me, i was like those are some small radial engines. Great sound mix
@honkhonk8009
5 жыл бұрын
wait those arent actual gas engines?? but what about the smoke? sorry im new to airplanes
@adorabledeplorable5105
4 жыл бұрын
SouthFlaDiver Go on line to OS engines o Saito . They do make 3 , 5 , 7 and 9 cylinder 4 cycle engines .
The DC-3 is my all time favorite civilian aircraft. It also served in the military as the C-47 from WWII, post war with The United States Air force's Strategic Air Command, Vietnam as gun ships, and was still being flown by the Air Force until 2008.
What a beautiful RC plane.
the skin and the gear are so detailed - it could pass for the real thing. a magnificent work of craftmanship. thank you for sharing!
An absolutely beautiful aircraft in all aspects and masterful craftsmanship. Thank you for the video!
I've flown in DC3's in central America during the 1970's, many were used as short haul services in those days and I believe there's still a few left. I would trust a DC3 over a Boeing 777 anyday, maybe a little noisy and not so fast but not much in the way of electronic gizmo's to go wrong and less likely of falling out of the sky. The model is absolutely beautiful and a huge credit to it's builder.
What a beautiful model. It doesn't hurt any that I love that particular airplane anyway.
Funny, that startup had me going there for a second. Finally realized they'd dubbed a real radial over it. Beautiful craftsmanship on the construction. Fantastic detailing.
Absolutely gorgeous. Had me fooled at first with the engine noise. Loved it. Congrats to the builder.
Beautiful detail. Even the engines sound right when it starts up.I always enjoyed flying in them in the 60's in Australia.
I flew the real DC-3 and this RC Pilot landed his plane exactly the way I landed the real one, using a wheel landing instead of a full stall. Great job! And the model looks exactly like the real airplane. Spectacular!
Damn! Real, movable flaps and retractable gear! Amazing, beautiful. Thank you.
My God - What a magnificent Airplane & a fantastic job you did on it ! TRULY AMAZING ! Thanks so much.
Beautiful replica, amazing detail. Liked the actual radial engine sound in the beginning, chills!
Excellent model of the greatest plane ever built. I want one!!
Very very very great RC DC-3... GREAT JOB.. BEAUTIFUL..
Excellent model. My first ever flight was in one of these in New Zealand 1965!
Certainly one of the finest models ever made of one of the finest aircraft ever made. Well done 👍
I have crashed so many models when I was young.... Thank YOU very much for the model and for the video.
Superb workmanship, and in aluminium too! Please don’t crash it.
Love that sound! Fly overs sound like the real thing!!! Really well done and BEAUTIFUL model!
Thank you for the good video without crappy music to ruin the sound of the model, you tastefully added the sound of a real radial engine for great effect at the perfect time without over doing it, well done. Also great looking scale build.
A beautiful tribute to the most beautiful aircraft ever built.
Guys what an awesome job, that is truly amazing, landing gear flaps all work. The detail with the sheet metal finish shows the dedication. Thank you for sharing.
Gorgeous! My favorite airplane and such a fantastic model!
Nice video of your model DC3! Flew in one many times when I was in the RCAF! A real old work horse for us back then!
Wow what an awesome model and also the scenery with the mountains and snow are so beautiful !
Thank you, very very cool! Nice people, beautiful Iceland, great plane! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Beautiful airplane, and great modelling.
When living in Kenai Alaska we would fly to Anchorage in a DC-3. This was in the early 60's. What a great airplane it was. Shalom
What a beautiful thing to behold ! Absolutely marvellous ! Well done Sir !
My dad flew D-3's fantastic airplane. Magnificent model. Bravo!
Very beautiful dc3 very good flying
Man, that thing is beautiful. No way I would ever chance flying it.
What beautiful workmanship. Stunning!
Not sure which I like better, the truly amazing plane or the scenery in Iceland. You're fortunate to have the beautiful background.
Wow simply beautiful and so was the scenery I tip my hat to you sir
Wow, absolutely perfect and wonderful model.
@sonicjet7759
4 жыл бұрын
its a nice plane :) good job on the detail modeling and it flys really good
I just loved flying in those planes. Loved TWA too.
Very nice. A beautiful area too, horseback riding and gorgeous mountains. 👍
a great model, of a fantastic airplane.
Stunning video! Great craftsmanship, great piloting,great photography! Have no idea what a project like this costs but, if you have the money, it's WORTH IT! Very inspiring.
Great model. I had a lifetime pleasure of flying in one ten years ago in Sydney, Australia. A 50th Birthday present!
Beautiful work. the sound at times was almost right on. One of the best models I have ever seen. Brings back memories of when I used to fly them for The U. S. Army Parachute Team. It brings joy to me to witness your outsstanding talent. The best airplane for one that looks like it was made to fly!. Best wishes, Charles M. Hill, Fayetteville, NC USA. Thank you so much for your post.
Awesome little C 47
Wow! Beautiful just Beautiful!
What a beautiful thing! My God! DC-3 is my passion. Congratulations! You're a HAPPY guy!
I really marvel your skills the way you have made this model taking care of even the smallest details. Hats off to yuo!
Nice job. Such a classic airliner the DC-3
man you made me cry! I only played copilot on a family member dc-3 over 40 years ago in the Caribbean, but it was the plane that impressed me the most in my life. I'm always watching the alaska videos and all dc-3 video but having a little model of the real thing really is great. You are a lucky man :)!
@ExtremeAviationIceland
8 жыл бұрын
malanga13 Thank you. There is something nostalgic about the DC-3
@normanmcgill9532
6 жыл бұрын
Love the DC-3 too. Watch all the videos but never had a chance to fly one although I have flown IN one.☺
A superb model....some lovely detailing. Liked the added sound of a real Dak too.
Unbelievable ,i feel the tears rolling down on my face during the video ,thanks a lot for that so emotional moment , rené from france ,an DC 3 lover
The sound effects are awesome. Beautiful model, good job.
Outstanding! Carole Lombard’s DC 3 still rests on a Nevada mountain top, pilot error, her wedding ring was never found.
@Nick-wn1xw
4 жыл бұрын
@Alan Cogan in Buddy’s head or in Richies?
@ronashman8463
4 жыл бұрын
@Alan Cogan Van Guard is a gentleman. That means he does not have a smart-ass mouth like you.
This puppy has CHARACTER. Beautiful model. A+++ !!!
A real MASTERPIECE!
Outstanding craftsmanship,flying, detail, everything!
@SturlaSnorrasonRC
4 жыл бұрын
This is how she is inside. kzread.info/dash/bejne/nYOdsMmYgLmXXbA.html
Gorgeous model aircraft. Great flying skills and sceneries
Beautiful m aircraft! Wow!
That is one mighty impressive model. I flew in DC-3s in South Australia and have always had a 'soft spot' for them. Most impressive is the commitment to detal, looks like the original aircraft. Well done.
Outstanding model!
Fooled me with the sound when they fired up the #1 engine lol
@charleshultquist9233
4 жыл бұрын
me too!
@turbojoe2
4 жыл бұрын
Me too! Dang..
@Nick-wn1xw
4 жыл бұрын
Yep. Right there with ya.
@Tom_YouTube_stole_my_handle
4 жыл бұрын
@@Nick-wn1xw Me too. I was hugely impressed for a moment there.
@bobbastion7335
4 жыл бұрын
Me too
Wonderful video. Ty very much. Great to see the little Dakota fly superb in the air and land smoothly. And you are a pro.👍🤗
WOW! What an awesome model and tribute to a historic icon. I've never seen better craftsmanship!
WOW!! What a beautiful aircraft. One of my favorites. Great job with the finish.
Absolutely gorgeous!
Beautiful model. Realistic.
One my favorite planes. A great demonstration of your craft
Cool DC-3 Sturla...nice work .... watching the video down here in TEXAS
Brilliant. You had me with the sound aswell when you started it up. Great detailing. 👍
Most accurate flying model of the elegant DC-3 I have ever seen, truly magnificent. And such an elegant colour scheme as well.
@ExtremeAviationIceland
4 жыл бұрын
It is beautiful artwork by the model builder Sturla Snorrason www.rcsturla.com
Beautiful bird you built. Polished aluminum, great paint details. Been around these planes for over 35 years and never stop staring at them Thanks for sharing your passion
I love the added soundtrack of the real Dak. :-)
Great Job! One observation of most Scale Aircraft Builders/ Pilots is the Use Of Flaps, The Wing Loading of The Scale Version Is Far Lower Than That Of The Full Size Aircraft, Hence the Tendency For The Scale Aircraft To Float on Landing
Wow, what a beauty! Love the dubbing of the radial engine sounds! My first trip was on a North Central A/L from KMKE to KMDW before O'Hare was built. On the return on a hot and humid summer's day, I didn't think we make it off the ground. But we did!!
Thats about as cool as it gets. Well done Iceland. And your country is beautiful.
Just AMAZING!!! Congrats!
Beautiful, nice work.
What a *MARVELOUS WORK*
So happy to see such excellent large RC builds of my favorite airplanes. A B-29, a P-51, a DC-3 with this one, & still looking for an F-82
Beautiful
I’d love to see a full scale that could get off the ground like that! Lol. I found RC so much more difficult to fly than full scale I’d be afraid to crash that beauty.
Fantastic detail plus superb piloting. I rode in 3's countless times! Tail-Dragger "Heavy". Thanks to the builder/pilot!
Nice, very nice indeed...love the addition of the real sounds too.