Brand New Fliton Andrew Jesky Extra 330

[steph280]

I had the opportunity to build and fly a pre-production version of Fliton's new "mid sized" Extra 330S, co-designed with Andrew Jesky. Let me tell you guys, if you thought the mini Extra 330 flew nice, wait until you fly this bad boy. It is the perfect ship for those who wants the performance of big Extra 330 freestyle, but do not have the space (either in the hanger or flying field). We were able to easily take off and land this plane in a local high school field. The light wing loading makes it even possible to fly at local parks.

Some highlights of the kit:
- Two piece wing with carbon tube jointer, similar to the larger Extra 330 freestyle.
- Beefy fiberglass cowling. Nicely painted to match the trim.
- Airfoil on all tail surfaces!
- Good strong landing gear that matches scheme
- Andrew Jesky color scheme
- Large Removable top hatch
- Tail Wheel
- Varying Top/Bottom Covering Surfaces
- Counter Balance on the Elevators and Rudder
- Break away landing gear mount system


Here are the equipment used in my test ship:
Motor: Eflight Power 15
ESC: Schulze Universal 18.46 (any 40 amps ESC would do)
Prop: 13x6.5
Battery: Two 3s-1800 fliton 20C battery in 3s2p configuration
Servo: 4x Hitec HS-81MG
Receiver: Futaba FP-148DP

Wingspan: 51"
Empty Weight: 25-26oz
AUW: 48oz (3lbs) w/ (4)HS-81 servos
Amps: 43amps

Initial impression: AWSOME! The plane tracks perfectly even in breezy condition, probably due to the larger size. I am not a hot doggin 3D pilot like Andrew, but it has enough aileron/rudder authority to do all the manuevers. Wings were stable during harrier type manuvers, no rocking was observed. Perfect hands off inverted flight without any corrections. Axil roll is dead on straight, and exhibit no bad tendencies. With the power system I had, it could knife edge all day long, and knife edge loop was easily achievable. One spectator actually commented this would be an excellent practice plane for IMAC type contests. But for me this has become my new favorite everyday plane.

According to Fliton, this plane should be available within the next few months. Here are some photos of the prototype (I'll add photos with full decals soon). Some of the pieces may change in the final production model.

Here are some flying videos I collected of Andrews flying this awsome ship:

[Flying Video1]
[Flying Video2]

[SUPERFLYJAY]

i love the very first pic of andrew in drag hes hot !!!

[madmax]

WOW! Who took those killer pics and shot that first video?!

JK guys.. Congrats on the new product, seen it first hand and it kicks ass. Can't wait to get one myself with the electric season kickin' off.

[Boulder]

When I was at the Thistledown Flyers event a while back, I got a front row seat as I watched Andrew fly this plane. All I can say is, I WANT ONE!!! I can say this plane flies more like a big bird than any of the electric models I've flown to date, and I have or had several. Andy told me to pick it up and guess the weight, I was way off. I thought 2 maybe 2 1/2 lbs., he smiled and said, "a full 3 lbs."

The rollers are the cleanest I've seen on any model of this size, as was the IMAC style maneuvers the bird was put through.

My only regret was not flying this plane when I had the chance, now I have to flippin' wait until they come out.

I will have one of these planes, as a matter of fact, I'll be picking up the motor, servos and ESC just so I'm ready when they hit the shelves.

[bodywerks]

	Quote:
	Let me tell you guys, if you thought the mini Extra 330 flew nice, wait until you fly this bad boy.

Man, I wish you would not have said that!!! I had the 330 mini, which means I know exactly what you are talking about, which also means that I now have to order one! Where can we get on a list?

[ilovemetro]

that thing flys so good

[Animal Jesky]

Bodyworks,

Anyone that is a fliton dealer can get one or you can backorder through horizon.

Boulder,

Thanks for the words I should have let you fly it just wasnt thinking.

Metro,

Thanks for the words
Andrew

[Boulder]

No sweat Andrew,

I'll get my chance as soon as I get mine

[SargeNZ]

	Quote: Originally Posted by SUPERFLYJAY
	i love the very first pic of andrew in drag hes hot !!!

hehehe.... YUP!


Sorry Andrew.

[exeter_acres]

OK...now that is just plain wrong!

[snap a saurus]

Andrew you are a nice person, your flying is awesome and you're a good friend to the Giants, now if I get this plane will I be able to do the kickass blender to landing that you did at the XFC?

[Boulder]

	Quote: Originally Posted by snap a saurus
	Andrew you are a nice person, your flying is awesome and you're a good friend to the Giants, now if I get this plane will I be able to do the kickass blender to landing that you did at the XFC?

You better get that on video, I have a feeling that will be it's last flight

[Animal Jesky]

Elie,

Of course you will be able to do that blender to landing with the extra. I will not be sure how many pieces the extra will be in but it will do it.

Andrew

[bodywerks]

Animal in Drag - now that is just plane funny! See you at the Shootout!

[Animal Jesky]

Bodyworks,

You will see me in Tucson but not in drag

Andrew