For the many thousands of people asking how much this plane is, it was made by a man named Mac Hodges. Its not for sale and he goes around the country doing shows, so don't get your hopes up thinking you can buy one.
Negative, this one is not the Mac Hodges one. It's build by two belgians, my regretted friend Pieter and his cousin. After Pieter died in a ultralight crash in jan. 2008, the plane never flew again. It was donated to a museum for display.
That's quite an achievement! Looks so real, the only thing that gives it away is the sound. The work that's gone into building it must be staggering! Bet those guys breathe a sigh of relief every time they land it without damage!
Its not just about the flying aspect, a lot of RC models are built by the people who fly them. Its the satisfaction that airplane in the air you're flying you built yourself.
You know those guys had to be proud the first time she took off. A lot of hard work and money into that but I'm sure we'll worth it. Thanks for the video. Made me feel like a kid again
I believe their choice of prop has to do with the ideal RPM of the smaller scale engines, the very likely fixed pitch nature of the spinners, and the power to weight ratio of the plane. I imagine those props are fixed pitch, so the pilot would have to change throttle via RPM to alter the plane's trust. Having a heavier-than-necessary prop would increase the throttle lag and make the plane more difficult to fly. That, and the power to weight ratio might have been easier to manage with a 3 blade.
Some B-29s even had 3 blade props. Make one to specs? Then why not an exact duplicate engine, eliminate the radio control gear, etc. 2, 3 and 4 blade props for RC are for pilot-control preferences. What a totally stupid statement from someone obviously ignorant of the hobby.
Children can see the wonder in things that some other people can't. That's something I've tried not to lose as I've become older, and it's one of the reasons I've chosen a career in science. Without the childish sensations of curiosity and wonder, we wouldn't have things like aeroplanes; toy or otherwise.
Real sharp :-). Some of these models have a power to weight ratio that's ridiculous (far too much power). This one looks right. One little nitpick I'll have to look up. Weren't the belly turret guns on these more towards the center of the fuselage?
woww cool i have an ac 130 with military camouflge its pretty impressive this new sport is more and more popular since in my country i was one of the first ones introducing it in 1992
Only difference from Rc to big birds are the consequences of a mistake. You can come away unscathed from the former while the latter rarely turns out pleasant. So real pilots have a lot more procedural training to cover for. And almost all operational activities are designed with safety in mind.
Hello Gasoline2009, probably from the sheer complexity of the plane, there are quite a lot of functions to this enormous "model", that could be potentially dangerous really quickly. I think they have split the tasks as pretty much on the flight deck of a real plane, between pilot and co-pilot. Maybe one controls the actual aerodynamics, whilst the other controls the engines and undercarriage? Nice fly by's tho'.
the rc models are definitely not built by the pilots. These are grown men who built these planes themselves. There are no branded giant 6 foot long rc planes. Building this requires a lot of time and being a pilot requires brains and a lot more time.
If I'm not mistaken, the Anola Gay is the B-29 that ended WWII with the atomic bomb? Wow, I feel so smart after watching that show on the Military Channel LOL
this is the side of youtube I'm staying at, so much better to watch videos like these than hatred.
3:21 This is how i see the end of my life.
For the many thousands of people asking how much this plane is, it was made by a man named Mac Hodges. Its not for sale and he goes around the country doing shows, so don't get your hopes up thinking you can buy one.
Negative, this one is not the Mac Hodges one. It's build by two belgians, my regretted friend Pieter and his cousin. After Pieter died in a ultralight crash in jan. 2008, the plane never flew again. It was donated to a museum for display.
If it’s a one of a kind it is probably priceless. Imagine having a crash.
That's quite an achievement! Looks so real, the only thing that gives it away is the sound. The work that's gone into building it must be staggering!
Bet those guys breathe a sigh of relief every time they land it without damage!
Great model Nice work. One correction, The B-29 had four blade props
Just put a horse saddle on the thing and climb on board... (or buy a cessna, cheaper and smaller!)
lol
That is so cool imagine how much it cost though
a lot!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Its not just about the flying aspect, a lot of RC models are built by the people who fly them. Its the satisfaction that airplane in the air you're flying you built yourself.
Dear Santa...
That looks like the ENOLA GAY plane.
That's cuz it is, except it's not the exact one just the same type of plane (the b-29)
dear santa....
You know those guys had to be proud the first time she took off. A lot of hard work and money into that but I'm sure we'll worth it. Thanks for the video. Made me feel like a kid again
The real B 29 had 4 blade props...........if they are going to make one to specs, then do it right. Others have on other models.
I believe their choice of prop has to do with the ideal RPM of the smaller scale engines, the very likely fixed pitch nature of the spinners, and the power to weight ratio of the plane. I imagine those props are fixed pitch, so the pilot would have to change throttle via RPM to alter the plane's trust. Having a heavier-than-necessary prop would increase the throttle lag and make the plane more difficult to fly. That, and the power to weight ratio might have been easier to manage with a 3 blade.
Some B-29s even had 3 blade props. Make one to specs? Then why not an exact duplicate engine, eliminate the radio control gear, etc. 2, 3 and 4 blade props for RC are for pilot-control preferences. What a totally stupid statement from someone obviously ignorant of the hobby.
The model had 4 blades props for displaying. The 2 blades were for flying only.
Children can see the wonder in things that some other people can't. That's something I've tried not to lose as I've become older, and it's one of the reasons I've chosen a career in science. Without the childish sensations of curiosity and wonder, we wouldn't have things like aeroplanes; toy or otherwise.
Excellent job flying the Superfortress!!
Still amazes me when I watch this video. 😀 I've seen it 20 times probably and it never gets old.
That view from under the plane as it flys over the camera would make anyone think it's the real thing. Nice job.
a mini Enola Gay? Where's the mini- toy "Tallboy" falling out of its little bomb bay doors? Haha awesome video folks ^^
Every single thing was just perfect! Love the video shots, sound, take off, fly, landing, place..!
What a beautiful model!
Really really big and flown by skilled men.
your welcome! theres a hell of a lot more to flying model planes than people think there is :) well worth getting into tho, its a great hobby !
Perfectly level flying is the supreme challenge of the scale model pilot.
Nice flight! You know it's big when it takes two guys to control it lol! :)
Very impressive B-29. Enola Gay revisited from the Smithsonian. Great work. A joy to watch.
Great plane ... well flown !
This is what I'm looking for my next video production.
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Very interesting answer.I had no idea how much there is to the design and operation of these beauties.
Nice job! I'd be scared of a flight failure with something this large.... it'd go through someone's roof!
Damnnn...!! It's a biggest plane that I ever seen. Great took off and perfect landing. Good job, guy. And keep it up!!
Wow!!!
Even with real Turboprops!!!
Simply amazing!
Farking cool..... Wats the rang on that before u lose signal? That has to be a rush, to watch it do a low flyby
that was impressive , this could no way be done by amateurs. Are any of your friends a former aviation pilot or mechanic ? Nice job fellas
Real sharp :-). Some of these models have a power to weight ratio that's ridiculous (far too much power). This one looks right. One little nitpick I'll have to look up. Weren't the belly turret guns on these more towards the center of the fuselage?
I would like to see one of these done with the scaled down Radial engines they sell now. That would sound awesome !!!!
looks cool and pretty fast too. id like to see someone ride it
Speaking as an A&P, this is AWESOME!
Thats awesome, looks great and especially loved the landing.
Great job , fantastic modeling
Where do you store a plane like that? Better yet, how do you transport it? Do the wings come off and reassemble on site?
Outstanding Piloting guys... FANTASTIC
That plane has a great sound. I like it!
Man this is like flying a poney. Amazing model.
THAT IS IMPRESSIVE! There are only 1 or 2 airworthy B-29's left in the world, I guess we'll have to add 1 to that list!
Absolutely gorgeous airplane!
That plane looks so awesome!
0:50 there is this typical desert thing, always passing by in the movies xD
Thats just over the limit, but soooo freaking AWESOME!!!!!!
Cool video and it doesn't look fake to me. You should put a go pro camera on it I bet the video would look really cool
Nice, you should share that on our website if you get a chance!
Wow did you see the wing lift when it speeded up -Nice fortress .
This is what I'm talking about! More planes please...
can i strap myself to it while you do loops and flips???
How long did it take you guys to plan and construct that plane?
NAILED the landing!
woww cool i have an ac 130 with military camouflge its pretty impressive this new sport is more and more popular since in my country i was one of the first ones introducing it in 1992
what is the payload for that thing? What is the difference between an rc and a drone?
How do you get that thing to the field I have one but not that big
Great plane and great flying
Only difference from Rc to big birds are the consequences of a mistake. You can come away unscathed from the former while the latter rarely turns out pleasant. So real pilots have a lot more procedural training to cover for. And almost all operational activities are designed with safety in mind.
Beautiful and majestic.
Nice approach and touchdown
I'm pretty sure you could have bought a decent 152 for the money lol
Nice plane thou congrats
Why does it need two remotes? Does it have to do with the size, is it too big for 1 remote, or something else?
Like that sound!
Great Job!
That thing is HUGE! I would ride it. LOL.
Looks authentic, sounds anything but!
this video never gets old to me ....very cool
Absolutely beautiful model....!!!
I have one question... Where do you keep this plane when you're not using it?
Does the TSA make you take off your shoes before you fly it?
That sure is a monster Very nice video well done
lolx...when zoom in it looks like a real plane...by the way love this video especially the landing ^^
Wonder how long that took to make, looks amazing
ok ya i was stuck trying to figure out if it was a B-29 or B-52, thanks for clearing it up for me
that was a hhhhuuuuuuge rc plane looks like you built it too :D an impressive take off, flight and landing you should be proud :)
what was used for the engines?
This is an incredible model. Why not use radials engines? Then it would sound as good as it looks.
Impressive aircraft and flying...
Hello Gasoline2009, probably from the sheer complexity of the plane, there are quite a lot of functions to this enormous "model", that could be potentially dangerous really quickly. I think they have split the tasks as pretty much on the flight deck of a real plane, between pilot and co-pilot. Maybe one controls the actual aerodynamics, whilst the other controls the engines and undercarriage? Nice fly by's tho'.
Big. large & beatiful. I like the B-29.
Guess it would require 2 PILOTS! Awesome
They wish they had anything this good.
wow! thats amazing ! how far/high can you fly with this theoretically?
Awesome video..Tim
Is this in the untied states and that was awesome
Wow, from a distance it really looks real.
nice landing...
Thats awesome. Good job guys!!!
must be tough to control and ever tougher to land that plane
still awesome
must have scared the shit out of many passers by
Wow beautiful landing.
if im thinking about getin an rc plane but i have no experience flying 1 wat shuld i buy?
This will teach my neighbors from letting their cat shit on my backyard.
the rc models are definitely not built by the pilots. These are grown men who built these planes themselves. There are no branded giant 6 foot long rc planes. Building this requires a lot of time and being a pilot requires brains and a lot more time.
great landing !
can be used in movies and we would never doubt that it's a scale model!
If I'm not mistaken, the Anola Gay is the B-29 that ended WWII with the atomic bomb? Wow, I feel so smart after watching that show on the Military Channel LOL
Friend:Hey I'm gonna go rc planing
Me: ok, I'll come too
Friend: just let me load up the trailer first
:O
How do you guys do it yust brilliant
Drop some Molotov cocktails out of that thing! haha!
awesome landing!!!!!amazing.
What kind of engines are in it?
Que buen pilotaje, impresionante. Gracias por subirlo.