On the info line this morning!
NEW RELEASE: Inverza 33 ARF by Hangar 9

From a project that began as a “what if” with acclaimed full-scale builder Kevin Kimball and Quique Somenzini, the Inverza is a contemporary concept designed to harness the power of the radial engine with the potential only possible in a monoplane platform. For the finishing touches, Mirco Pecorari shared his expertise by complementing the modern concept with a stunning color scheme.

Although the full scale Jim Kimball Enterprises Inverza™ airplane is yet to be built, you can enjoy the most balanced aircraft ever to be introduced for the aerobatics community. The Hangar 9® Inverza 33 aerobat has been developed to take advantage of both the emerging 30cc gas engine and 180-class outrunner electric power system popularity. Designed by the master, Quique Somenzini, whose pursuit of precision elevated him through the Extra and Yak aircraft series, the new Inverza concept promises to become his next great contribution. With its modern outline and features, the Inverza offers “no compromise” precise aerobatic capability for both scale aerobatics and aggressive 3D. Its massive control surfaces and generous wing area makes it very stable and predictable during the most demanding 3D maneuvers such as those that occur at slow speed, or while in a hover. The design also takes advantage of all the previous designs Quique worked with before making the Inverza not only a new benchmark in precision, but also an evolutionary step toward achieving an aircraft with balanced maneuverability. When setup correctly, no matter what attitude the Inverza is flown, very little to no control coupling is evident whether the maneuver is upright, inverted or knife-edge. The result is a flight experience that’s pure even when you’re control input is aggressive.

Covered in genuine UltraCote®, its balsa/balsa-plywood structure is strong and light, while Mirco Pecorari’s original color scheme offers stunning looks, incredible ground presence and high visibility in the air. Its two-piece wing connects with a carbon fiber wing tube and the ailerons and elevators are pre-hinged with a tight seal so you can get flying faster. The oversized hatch features a tinted canopy, scale instrument detail and an ideal location for the pilot figure of your choice. Other great features include a factory painted aluminum landing gear, plus a factory painted fiberglass cowl and matching wheel pants.

Power it with the Evolution® Engines 33GX 30cc gas engine, the Inverza 33 is ideal for entry-level aerobatic pilots and giant-scale fans looking to modernize with a sensibly sized airframe bursting with performance. For those who prefer electric, the E-flite® Power 180 outrunner on a 10S Li-Po battery system can deliver unbridled performance.

Inverza 33 ARF by Hangar 9 (4 min 21 sec)

Key Features

-Quique Somenzini design
-Generous wing area for an extra-light wing loading
-Oversized control surfaces for superior slow speed maneuverability
-Engineered to fly upright, inverted and knife-edge without mixing
-Vivid Mirco Pecorari color scheme with genuine UltraCote® covering
-An evolutionary original design purpose built for modern precision and 3D aerobatics
-Durable aluminum landing gear with painted finish
-Two-piece, plug-in wings with carbon fiber tube joiner
-Lightweight balsa/balsa-plywood construction
-Pre-hinged control surfaces
-Pre-set and drilled for the Evolution® 33GX gas engine
-Tinted canopy and cockpit instrument detail (pilot optional)
-Electric power system conversion kit—sold separately

Specs

Wingspan: 75.0 in (190 cm)
Overall Length: 72.0 in (183 cm)
Wing Area: 1120 sq. in. (72.5 sq. dm.)
Flying Weight: 12.3-13.0 lb (5.60-5.90 kg)
Engine Size: 30-35cc 2-stroke gas
Motor Size: Power 180
Radio: 6+ channel radio system
Servos: (5) high-torque standard servos, (1) standard servo
Recommended Receiver Battery: 2150mAh 6.0V 5-cell Ni-MH receiver pack
Trim Scheme Colors: UltraCote Bright Yellow (U872), Sky Blue (U875), Midnight Blue (U885)
CG (Center of Gravity): 5.51-5.71 in (140-145mm) back from leading edge of wing at wing root
Wing Loading: 25.1 oz/sq ft (76.6 g/sq dm)
Prop Size: 18 x 8 (Evolution 33cc gas), 22 x 10E (Power 180)
Spinner Size: 3.0 in (76mm) P-51 style
Speed Control: 100+ amp high-voltage brushless ESC
Recommended Motor Battery: 37.0V 10S 4400-5000mAh Li-Po pack
Control Throw (Ailerons): Low: 50mm up/down, 40% expo; High: 95mm up/down, 45% expo
Control Throw (Elevator): Low: 8mm up/down, 20% expo; High: 50mm up/down, 45% expo
Control Throw (Rudder): Low: 15mm right/left, 15% expo; High: 40mm right/left, 40% expo
Main Wing Tube Length: 974mm
Main Wing Tube OD: 32mm
Tail Wing Tube Length: 360mm
Tail Wing Tube OD: 12.7mm
Is Assembly Required: Yes
Assembly Time: 15-20 Hours
Plane Type: Aerobatic & 3D
Experience Level: Advanced
Power Plant Size: 1.6-2.4 2-Cycle Gas
Recommended Environment: Outdoor
Fuel Type: Gas

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Sweet,

Hopefully the full scale version gets built and out onto the airshow circuit.

Nice!

but heavy, and expensive

Awesome! We were past due for something new.

I like it. Looks like a blend of Sukhoi and Sbach .

quite a lot of new planes from Horizon. Nearly zero from Hobbico (great planes specifically)

It looks like a Sukohi with Sbach wings and tail. Hanger 9 is on the up on the prices latley.
30cc Pilot kits are $100 less.

Originally Posted by ant

I like it. Looks like a blend of Sukhoi and Sbach .

haha, beat me too it.

Originally Posted by sarlacc

It looks like a Sukohi with Sbach wings and tail. Hanger 9 is on the up on the prices latley.
30cc Pilot kits are $100 less.

Then buy a pilot. Hangar 9 planes are sweet flying machines

This design dates back before the sbach which is no longer called sbach by the way. Now it is ea41 and ea42.
Anyway, I designed a monoplane model 12 and called it the raptor unfortunately, that name was hard to trademark so I made up a new name playing off the mathematical term inverse since I consider a monoplane the opposite or inverse of a biplane. So playing with the name I came up with inverza.

Quique came to to project and brought his talents on layout and sizing. He just knows what works well and reduces coupling to zero. Full scale planes typically dont try to get to zero since the pilots butt is inside to feel what is going On and correct it. I think Quique can see air. He is an amazing pilot, model designer and builder.

Mirco spends a LOT of time looking at the shapes of the female body and likes to have flowing curves in shapes of things he works on and in the schemes he designs. His sense of style is so good that he is often copied. Like his original creation the gee bee R3.

The three of us are good friends and enjoy working together on many projects. We feel together we are strong and can bring new things to the airplane world both rc and full scale just as we have done with this inverza.

WHAT!!!!??? A NON-Scale Airplane!!!!

the Blasphemy!!!

lol

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Nice looking plane. Looks like a hoot!

I do wish they didn't pre-drill the firewall for the Evo 33 motor. Personally, I'd go with a different motor. Too many different motors the hobbyist use.

It seems like a modernized version of the SU26 - nice. But looks to me like the landing gear is on backwards.

Seems a little pricey?
CF stab and wing tube?
spinner?

Originally Posted by kjkimball

Mirco spends a LOT of time looking at the shapes of the female body and likes to have flowing curves in shapes of things he works on and in the schemes he designs. His sense of style is so good that he is often copied.

I spend a lot of time look at the shape of the female body too, and I cant draw worth a damn! LOL. Mirco comes up with some beautiful designs!