Building RC planes is tons of fun, but figuring out where to start is tough. The goal of this article is to get you started in the hobby and turn you into a successful hobbyist. When selecting electronics for your new scratch-built rc plane there are many factors to consider. You need to consider the size of the plane, speed you wish to achieve, necessary thrust, and desired flight time.
Your entire plane is built around your motor and this is what you must choose first. One part to consider is the kv of the motor, that is the amount of times it will spin and the force it will produce. The second part to consider is the size of the motor, you need one right for your plane.
Another important part is the frame/body of the plane. This part will need to be durable but also easy to move so you can repair it and make adjustments, a common material is foam boards. You will need to design the frame and wings properly so that they can create lift and be properly shaped.
Some other components that are important include: an ESC, batteries, transmitter(controller), receiver, servos, and wires. These are the insides of the plane that will make it work and move, they are easier to find though and you can use more general parts.
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