I'm an owner! Thank you for the great video's. I've bought all my planes from your links. Putting in the AR-637T. One question about the vario: Does the tone come from the plane or from the transmitter?
Thank You Camera-Crew & Brian. Really appreciate the detail and work it takes to compile build, setup & flying. The setup is especially helpful in this build with CROW and the various compensation. Happy New Year.
Our pleasure! We noticed some of our piers didn't even "know" what power was in the telemetry...and I was like, WHY would you use a $130+ Rx then??!??!?!? Anyway, I need to play nice here ;) WHAT AN AMAZING PLANE!
Just getting into the hobby, first plane i bought was the Arrows Trekker based on your review, have not flown it yet. I'm already looking into the ASW 28 from Tower, like to have options depending on the area I fly in. Thanks for the detail setup and radio configuration, going to be extremely helpful once I'm ready to take it on.
Awesome! I did the same thing after a 20 year hiatus, same time last year. So glad I pulled the trigger, the new tech is amazing, you won't regret it. 😁
Another good video by camera person. Good tracking and following of the plane. ABOSULTELY LOVE these videos (both build and flight)!. I own an older ASW28 with plastic body and balsa wings. This model looks more fun (less worried about crashing). I also have the NX8 as well and the AR8360T receiver. Don't need the 8 channels for these birds, but since I have the NX8, it is worth the few$ more to make use it on other planes that need the channels...
That is one sweet plane. I might have to grab one. If you can, try to set up the plane to have some camber when those thermals come back. Makes such a difference. Cheers.
lovely plane and great flying....i also love your house and would like if you would adopt me (and all my helis and gliders) as i am ready to move in....such a great place to fly from...so jealous...
LOL - we aren't taking applications for adoption at the moment ;) LOL Maybe when the kids are all grown up - LOL. We do have people visit...seriously...had two in one week (last week??? maybe two weeks ago) - followers we've had out to visit and fly ;)
Great video Brian. I have two of the old 2.5M volantex ASW28s. This one seems, should be, more manageable [and easier] on my 65 year old launching arm.☺
Pretty bird. When hand catching this plane hit that throttle cut first. Don't make my mistake. Yes I bumped the throttle reaching out to catch it and chop chop chop. I did not loose tips but it was messy red.. Thx Brian and camera crew.
On that receiver, one of the bells (or is it a whistle?) that seems fairly relevant to a big glider like this, is the "SAFE Failsafe" mode. I configured that on mine, but as far as testing it goes, they just suggest turning off your transmission signal and see if the flight surfaces move to expected positions. I'd be far more convinced that it works and comfortable seeing what it does when it does work if tested in flight. But I don't have the guts to try it on my new toy! Have you ever flight tested that feature, and did it work, and how big is the "gentle circle" it flies in failsafe?
NOT in flight!!!!! Just have a friend hold it out a bit, and from a situation of having given low throttle, power off, and see if the surfaces respond. Have your friend tip the plane and what-not, just be careful NOT to get cut!
@@BrianPhillipsRC Figured there's a reason nobody tries it. My thinking was mostly about where to start looking for it if it ever got away from me. Seems like the default failsafe (Cut throttle/Hold Last) would almost guarantee I'd never see the plane again. (surrounded by mountains, here!) That SAFE Failsafe (AR8360T) option sounds like a much better configuration for potential recovery. I'll stick to the expert's advice though, and just hope she circles and slowly descends if things go south. Thank You!
Up and down. If I overshoot, I adjust right away. Sorry you can't see what's up. Later in the video, you can see how much trim was in it for brief shots, but who cares? I could also just adjust the battery position for a change in CG adjustment, or play with the tailplane to get AOA where I want it, but the issue here is you and so many guys like you don't seem to realize this is a REAL maiden flight. Is there a problem with trimming a plane? Does it mean it's good or bad - the answer is obviously no - it means NOTHING.
@@nighthawk0077 I get 6 pac abs cracking up listening to Brian wax on. I took your comment as humorous as Brian is funny. The man is effective as he is funny I've bought 3 Radians, a Fox 3000 and I'm pretty sure this is the next one!
Depends on what you're doing...and experience. If you need / want something that'll fly faster, then Consendo Evo would be my pick, but also if you want BNF rather than PNP, then I'd also lean to the Conscendo Evo, but I already had the Consendo Evo, so this ASW28 was a no-brainer...and I LOVE the asw's Both are EXCELLENT planes. The ASW28 is GREAT too!!!! bprc.me/Tower_ASW28 vs bprc.me/Conscendo
Love the reviews Brian! You and camera crew are the best at it! I've come out of flying retirement after six years and have a question about a FMS model. l have the Dago Red P-51 1100mm and am flying with the old AR7010 satellite receiver (with full function of reflex), and my old DX7 that has a two-position switch for my rates. Any input on what a good setting would be for this plane, and expo if any. I have not done the maiden yet or gotten a battery to fit comfortably. The book doesn't give any type of rate set up. Any input would be much appreciated.
Thanks! They are Nitrile gloves. I usually get these... Venom Rubber Work Gloves amzn.to/3G63AAY But as long as they fit your hands, that's all that really matters.
@@BrianPhillipsRC thanks very much for reply Brian. I'll give those a try. I use thin cloth gloves but they don't feel grippy. I'm thinking nitrile will have a little tackiness. Might be what I need. Thanks for bringing the content you do. When I was a kid I would have loved an RC TV show. Now we've got it thanks to you and other producers.
I was flying sailplanes 40 years ago I didn't have a motor or all the help you have today We launched from a wlnch and had to find thermals or you were back in a few minutes The challenge was to keep it flying I did a 1 hour thermal and a 4 hour slope going for my LSF 4 It doesn't seem to me that there is any challenge today
That may be true in this environment, but for me, I'll take it out and slope it. If I want, I could rubber band the prop, and just have it there to SAVE the plane. I've gotten behind the WASH and had planes sucked into trees and the like, so the prop, even banded down would start in a pinch, so might "idiot" proof the plane a bit...so for me, it'll help ;) BUT YES, there's not a huge challenge, unless you'd like to make it one....and you can - just take off the props!
@@BrianPhillipsRC Just shut off the motor ,I don't think the way you get the plane up to altitude is important I've used hi starts ,winches or stuffed them on the slope it's all about keeping it up even LSF has rules about using a motor limiting it to altitude and time then you have to keep it up for certain length of time and a deadstick landing. You can't regain altitude by using the motor,you can by using thermals If you want to be a better sailplane pilot I recommend the League of silent flight.
Megan and I wrote them a check for $24,263 after working with them for 8+ months. Keep in mind, this was after we just got done, 3.5 years ago, paying them $25,000 of the $35,000 to get the overhead service to our property. This was only after they REFUSED to quote underground service at the time. Their agent (engineer on the project that WE initiated), Bruce, who is not very conveniently retired, said "...You don't want to know..." when we requested the bid per their "tariff"...and since we were in the midst of building a house, we couldn't wait any longer than the months we had already waited to get things started. Sucks to be subjects to the power monopoly ;( Oh well, better than becoming a "candle in the wind" - LOL - you see, I'm also a newbie to PPG (powered paraglide) and also hope to eventually fly ultralights, and full scale airplanes, so I basically need the approach clear for manned air ops. It's certainly helped on the RC front too ;)
@@BrianPhillipsRC good to know you’re doing well enough to get such things accomplished.. much continued success.. I still say Megan sounds like Becky Quick on CNBC…lol
hoi Brian,i have 2 ar637ta but i cannot get the vario working.What i am doing wrong ore miss here? i hope you can clarify this for me. Greetings from the netherlands
Funny seeing a glider go so fast Not bad price for such a large plane Just don't use any power when landing it will unfold the propeller and brake it every time.
100% yes!!! This is actually the FRONT yard. We have a much larger BACK yard - LOL ;) This is the front 1/5th or so of the 23 acres. I plan to build a FULL SCALE runway on the back (actually the MIDDLE part...but looks like the back part on video - we flew back there for the FMS P-40 and Opterra of the top of my head, if you're curious.)
@@wingbolt For sure, the wing chord is way too big, the wings too small and the fuselage too chubby :) Also the triple tapper on the leading edge is missing, it's round on these. I much prefer the Volantex ;)
Funny, I have the Conscendo EVO too and the ASW-28 seems like a match during powered flight and better under glide. I will probably buy the ASW and fly it head to head with my Conscendo. Winner stays in the fleet and the loser gets sold off.
I own the Conscendo and the ASW-28. They are two very very different aircraft. If you like the Conscendo, you should check out the DuraFly Excalibur V2.
How do you obtain your models? Do you purchase them, or are they given to you by Horizon and Tower. Do they pay you otherwise? I like your videos, despite the intro, but I always wonder if there is some bias. You and Two Brothers RC provide the most entertaining and informative videos.
@#RetunedAS: While I love Spongebob - I will challenge your assertion. $250 for this aircraft is a very good deal. Having owned the competitor 2.6m version which is wildly under powered - even the V2 version (factory 3s ESC), under prop'd (10x6) with cheap control surface hardware (that breaks during assy) and a canopy that wants to eject at a moments notice, oh and a CG that's practically impossible to achieve without under sized batteries (1500ma) or serious mods to the fuse - ... I could continue, or you can search for RUclips videos which cover all the mods ... This machine out of the box solves hours of headaches and mods.
This plane is amazing given it's price point and availability. Of course, there's ALWAYS lighter, stronger, bigger, sleeker, etc...this plane is CHEAP, AMAZING, and IN STOCK!!! If you want a $1500-3000 sail plane, you will get way better performance, hands down...you can't even get servos for one of those ARF's for this entire PNP. Gotta keep your comparisons fair. I love me a good sail plane, but we've flown so many now, I can say, this one is excellent!
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I'm an owner! Thank you for the great video's. I've bought all my planes from your links. Putting in the AR-637T. One question about the vario: Does the tone come from the plane or from the transmitter?
Thank You Camera-Crew & Brian. Really appreciate the detail and work it takes to compile build, setup & flying. The setup is especially helpful in this build with CROW and the various compensation. Happy New Year.
Our pleasure! We noticed some of our piers didn't even "know" what power was in the telemetry...and I was like, WHY would you use a $130+ Rx then??!??!?!? Anyway, I need to play nice here ;) WHAT AN AMAZING PLANE!
Your crow mix looks extremely effective. That will come in handy on my fave slope. Nice job, guys, and happy New Year!
You guys videos are good and in depth compared to the rest! I love it!
Thanks!
Wow, great job Tower Hobbies. Thank you guys
Camera Crew is cool...good to have someone in support! Kudos to Camera Crew
Just getting into the hobby, first plane i bought was the Arrows Trekker based on your review, have not flown it yet. I'm already looking into the ASW 28 from Tower, like to have options depending on the area I fly in. Thanks for the detail setup and radio configuration, going to be extremely helpful once I'm ready to take it on.
I haven't had a plane or done any flying in about 15 years. Watching your vids got the old bug stirring! So I ordered a plane today lol.
Awesome! I did the same thing after a 20 year hiatus, same time last year. So glad I pulled the trigger, the new tech is amazing, you won't regret it. 😁
Wow great flight. Two of those launches were scary 😂. More awesome camera crew footage keep the plane on screen the whole time. Great job!
Awesome video Brian... that plane would look incredible with lights in the fuse & wings for a late evening flight. Thanks for the coupon code!
Thank you for being here, watching, and hope you buy one - what a beauty!
What a joy to watch!
Thank you!
Another good video by camera person. Good tracking and following of the plane. ABOSULTELY LOVE these videos (both build and flight)!. I own an older ASW28 with plastic body and balsa wings. This model looks more fun (less worried about crashing). I also have the NX8 as well and the AR8360T receiver. Don't need the 8 channels for these birds, but since I have the NX8, it is worth the few$ more to make use it on other planes that need the channels...
That is one sweet plane. I might have to grab one. If you can, try to set up the plane to have some camber when those thermals come back. Makes such a difference. Cheers.
Seems so relaxing. Very nice.
Great review. Thank you
lovely plane and great flying....i also love your house and would like if you would adopt me (and all my helis and gliders) as i am ready to move in....such a great place to fly from...so jealous...
LOL - we aren't taking applications for adoption at the moment ;) LOL
Maybe when the kids are all grown up - LOL.
We do have people visit...seriously...had two in one week (last week??? maybe two weeks ago) - followers we've had out to visit and fly ;)
Great video Brian. I have two of the old 2.5M volantex ASW28s. This one seems, should be, more manageable [and easier] on my 65 year old launching arm.☺
wow,cool plane and awesome flight
Pretty bird. When hand catching this plane hit that throttle cut first. Don't make my mistake. Yes I bumped the throttle reaching out to catch it and chop chop chop. I did not loose tips but it was messy red.. Thx Brian and camera crew.
On that receiver, one of the bells (or is it a whistle?) that seems fairly relevant to a big glider like this, is the "SAFE Failsafe" mode. I configured that on mine, but as far as testing it goes, they just suggest turning off your transmission signal and see if the flight surfaces move to expected positions. I'd be far more convinced that it works and comfortable seeing what it does when it does work if tested in flight. But I don't have the guts to try it on my new toy! Have you ever flight tested that feature, and did it work, and how big is the "gentle circle" it flies in failsafe?
NOT in flight!!!!! Just have a friend hold it out a bit, and from a situation of having given low throttle, power off, and see if the surfaces respond. Have your friend tip the plane and what-not, just be careful NOT to get cut!
@@BrianPhillipsRC Figured there's a reason nobody tries it. My thinking was mostly about where to start looking for it if it ever got away from me. Seems like the default failsafe (Cut throttle/Hold Last) would almost guarantee I'd never see the plane again. (surrounded by mountains, here!) That SAFE Failsafe (AR8360T) option sounds like a much better configuration for potential recovery. I'll stick to the expert's advice though, and just hope she circles and slowly descends if things go south. Thank You!
A-W-S-O-M-E!! and beautiful!!
Thanks!
Any advantage over my HZ SZD-54?
Beautiful !
Thank you!
Not my favorite kind of plane but it looks cool when you fly it! #stayepic
Do you have anywhere in Iowa to slope soar, so fun. Thats where the flaps come in. My szd 54 loves the oregon mountains.
Awesome glider 👍🏻
"I'm just going to get a little bit of elevator trim" - proceeds to trim 40 clicks.
Up and down. If I overshoot, I adjust right away. Sorry you can't see what's up. Later in the video, you can see how much trim was in it for brief shots, but who cares? I could also just adjust the battery position for a change in CG adjustment, or play with the tailplane to get AOA where I want it, but the issue here is you and so many guys like you don't seem to realize this is a REAL maiden flight. Is there a problem with trimming a plane? Does it mean it's good or bad - the answer is obviously no - it means NOTHING.
@@BrianPhillipsRC It was only a humorous observation friend, I meant nothing by it. Have a better day.
@@nighthawk0077
I get 6 pac abs cracking up listening to Brian wax on.
I took your comment as humorous as Brian is funny.
The man is effective as he is funny I've bought 3 Radians, a Fox 3000 and I'm pretty sure this is the next one!
if you had to choose, would you pick this or the conscendo evo?
Depends on what you're doing...and experience. If you need / want something that'll fly faster, then Consendo Evo would be my pick, but also if you want BNF rather than PNP, then I'd also lean to the Conscendo Evo, but I already had the Consendo Evo, so this ASW28 was a no-brainer...and I LOVE the asw's
Both are EXCELLENT planes. The ASW28 is GREAT too!!!!
bprc.me/Tower_ASW28 vs bprc.me/Conscendo
Love the reviews Brian! You and camera crew are the best at it! I've come out of flying retirement after six years and have a question about a FMS model. l have the Dago Red P-51 1100mm and am flying with the old AR7010 satellite receiver (with full function of reflex), and my old DX7 that has a two-position switch for my rates. Any input on what a good setting would be for this plane, and expo if any. I have not done the maiden yet or gotten a battery to fit comfortably. The book doesn't give any type of rate set up. Any input would be much appreciated.
Thanks for all your videos, do you think this glider is the next step in flying a Concendo 1.5 glider or what?
Type of hinges on control surfaces? Are they all CA hinges?
Very interesting gloves, wondering what they are? I like the idea of cold weather flying and I'm always looking for better ways. Great video
Thanks! They are Nitrile gloves. I usually get these...
Venom Rubber Work Gloves amzn.to/3G63AAY
But as long as they fit your hands, that's all that really matters.
@@BrianPhillipsRC thanks very much for reply Brian. I'll give those a try. I use thin cloth gloves but they don't feel grippy. I'm thinking nitrile will have a little tackiness. Might be what I need. Thanks for bringing the content you do. When I was a kid I would have loved an RC TV show. Now we've got it thanks to you and other producers.
So will this thing thermal? Love to know how this flies compared to szd 54
I was flying sailplanes 40 years ago I didn't have a motor or all the help you have today
We launched from a wlnch and had to find thermals or you were back in a few minutes
The challenge was to keep it flying I did a 1 hour thermal and a 4 hour slope going for my LSF 4
It doesn't seem to me that there is any challenge today
That may be true in this environment, but for me, I'll take it out and slope it. If I want, I could rubber band the prop, and just have it there to SAVE the plane. I've gotten behind the WASH and had planes sucked into trees and the like, so the prop, even banded down would start in a pinch, so might "idiot" proof the plane a bit...so for me, it'll help ;)
BUT YES, there's not a huge challenge, unless you'd like to make it one....and you can - just take off the props!
@@BrianPhillipsRC
Just shut off the motor ,I don't think the way you get the plane up to altitude is important
I've used hi starts ,winches or stuffed them on the slope it's all about keeping it up even LSF has rules about using a motor limiting it to altitude and time then you have to keep it up for certain length of time and a deadstick landing.
You can't regain altitude by using the motor,you can by using thermals
If you want to be a better sailplane pilot I recommend the League of silent flight.
How did you get the power company to remove their line in front of your house? nice video..
Megan and I wrote them a check for $24,263 after working with them for 8+ months. Keep in mind, this was after we just got done, 3.5 years ago, paying them $25,000 of the $35,000 to get the overhead service to our property. This was only after they REFUSED to quote underground service at the time. Their agent (engineer on the project that WE initiated), Bruce, who is not very conveniently retired, said "...You don't want to know..." when we requested the bid per their "tariff"...and since we were in the midst of building a house, we couldn't wait any longer than the months we had already waited to get things started. Sucks to be subjects to the power monopoly ;(
Oh well, better than becoming a "candle in the wind" - LOL - you see, I'm also a newbie to PPG (powered paraglide) and also hope to eventually fly ultralights, and full scale airplanes, so I basically need the approach clear for manned air ops. It's certainly helped on the RC front too ;)
@@BrianPhillipsRC good to know you’re doing well enough to get such things accomplished.. much continued success.. I still say Megan sounds like Becky Quick on CNBC…lol
Hello brian please how many amps is the battery??? Thanks
Hi Brian u guys are my go to for help why do my edfs at hi speed begin to wing rock very bad any suggestions
hoi Brian,i have 2 ar637ta but i cannot get the vario working.What i am doing wrong ore miss here?
i hope you can clarify this for me. Greetings from the netherlands
sinks nicely with crow...short landing strip friendly
Brian do you like this one better than the fms asw17
They're both good, but quite a big difference between the two...the ASW17 is 2.5m, while this is only 2.0m - hard comparison.
@BrianPhillipsRC thx for response I totally forgot it was 2.5 meters
Funny seeing a glider go so fast Not bad price for such a large plane Just don't use any power when landing it will unfold the propeller and brake it every time.
Cool. Flying a plane in your own back yard (farm).
100% yes!!! This is actually the FRONT yard. We have a much larger BACK yard - LOL ;) This is the front 1/5th or so of the 23 acres. I plan to build a FULL SCALE runway on the back (actually the MIDDLE part...but looks like the back part on video - we flew back there for the FMS P-40 and Opterra of the top of my head, if you're curious.)
That's a "chubby" ASW 28 :D
The wingspan just isn’t scale at all-that’s too bad. Needs longer wings.
@@wingbolt For sure, the wing chord is way too big, the wings too small and the fuselage too chubby :) Also the triple tapper on the leading edge is missing, it's round on these.
I much prefer the Volantex ;)
What do you mean by "crow"?
Flaps down and both ailerons go up. Creates a lot of drag and can be used as spoilers. You can see this configuration briefly in one of the shots.
Looks fun...however.... i think about the Conscendo and "old faithful" feels much more than the tower hobby glider..
Great video regardless
Funny, I have the Conscendo EVO too and the ASW-28 seems like a match during powered flight and better under glide. I will probably buy the ASW and fly it head to head with my Conscendo. Winner stays in the fleet and the loser gets sold off.
@Micky Dee i would very much appreciate your thoughts when youve compared them.
I own the Conscendo and the ASW-28. They are two very very different aircraft. If you like the Conscendo, you should check out the DuraFly Excalibur V2.
Did you just fly around the moon? Wow!
I did. :)
How do you obtain your models? Do you purchase them, or are they given to you by Horizon and Tower. Do they pay you otherwise?
I like your videos, despite the intro, but I always wonder if there is some bias. You and Two Brothers RC provide the most entertaining and informative videos.
Hello Brian in homemade its asw 😉😉😁😁😁
Nice, but...What is this "crow" you speak of?
Flaps down and both ailerons go up.
Brian! Where’s the IX14 review 😢
Gotta say I’m loving my IX12!!
Btw, very cool sail plane!
We're still trying to decide which will be best to showcase for you. I'm indecisive at best!
Thank you for your great video as always, but 250 for a 2m Spongebob is way toooo much imho…!
@#RetunedAS: While I love Spongebob - I will challenge your assertion. $250 for this aircraft is a very good deal. Having owned the competitor 2.6m version which is wildly under powered - even the V2 version (factory 3s ESC), under prop'd (10x6) with cheap control surface hardware (that breaks during assy) and a canopy that wants to eject at a moments notice, oh and a CG that's practically impossible to achieve without under sized batteries (1500ma) or serious mods to the fuse - ... I could continue, or you can search for RUclips videos which cover all the mods ... This machine out of the box solves hours of headaches and mods.
Can I please have some more planes? Pleeeeeease?
Hands - you're killing me here!
SOB! I JUST BOUGHT AN ASW17!
Now you know what's next. :)
@@BrianPhillipsRC My house is gonna look like your basement soon! I just ordered 6 planes from motion RC to top it off! 😂
Hi Brian
If they allow us Brits to buy one I will but they don't do international shipping
We're sorry about that! We'd love to be able to offer better options to all of you overseas.
Most women would disagree a stiff noodle is best
I think you're 100% right!
If u.really want to glide I wouldn't suggest this one.....
This plane is amazing given it's price point and availability. Of course, there's ALWAYS lighter, stronger, bigger, sleeker, etc...this plane is CHEAP, AMAZING, and IN STOCK!!! If you want a $1500-3000 sail plane, you will get way better performance, hands down...you can't even get servos for one of those ARF's for this entire PNP.
Gotta keep your comparisons fair. I love me a good sail plane, but we've flown so many now, I can say, this one is excellent!
I have no idea what he is talking about
“Take off flap”…Since when do gliders need flap for take off? 😂