ParkZone Aircraft Sukhoi
ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi is world's first four channel RTF micro RC airplane!
ParkZone Sukhoi Su-26m side view - just 15.75 inches long!
Welcome to the ParkZone Sukhoi Su-26m
The ParkZone aircraft line of ready to fly indoor RC model aircraft, to include the ParkZone Cessna 210, Vapor and Ember, have set the world standard for superb performance of micro, RTF indoor RC model airplanes. The early ParkZone airplane models were limited to just three channels of proportional control: rudder, elevator and throttle. This three channel concept provided the initial ParkZone aircraft with full control for normal flight maneuvers, a great early example being the ParkZone Cessna 210. But RC pilots everywhere looked for a four channel ParkZone micro RTC aircraft design with the addition of ailerons for full aerobatic capability. Finally, the unique ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi is here. The ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi delivers the high performance, ready to fly out of the box, fully proportional four channel RC control experience long sought by experienced RC pilots.
ParkZone Sukhoi with included battery charger
Sukhoi Su-26m Ready to Fly right out of the box
The ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi has a wingspan of just 15.75 inches, an overall length of 14.25 inches, and weights a mere 34 grams. This is ideal for indoor model airplane venues. The ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi comes with a four channel radio receiver, electronic speed control, and tiny servos for the elevator, rudder and ailerons completely installed. You will need a Spektrum DSM2 transmitter to control the ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi. However, these newer Spektrum transmitters offer value and convenience. A separate transmitter will save you money in the long run, as they can be programmed via their computer memory to control multiple aircraft. All this is provided in the jam-free 2.4 GHz spread spectrum frequency band. You’ll find that it is just about impossible to own one ParkZone aircraft; they are just too affordable, and fly too well to not have several models in your hangar.
View of Sukhoi radio equipment and control linkages
There is no assembly required of the ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi. All you need to do is insert the landing gear and charge the supplied 110 mAh Li-Po battery in the supplied charger, and you are ready to fly the ParkZone aircraft. The instructions describe the very easy procedure of binding the DSM2 transmitter to your ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi, and you are ready to get airborne. It really is that simple.
Flying the ParkZone Sukhoi Su-26m
The ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi has plenty of thrust, and take offs are uneventful from a smooth surface. You can also hand launch at any time. Even an inverted hand launch of the ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi goes off without a hitch; just remember to use down elevator to climb out. The large prop provides plenty of drag when you throttle back, so plan on keeping a little bit of power when approaching to land. As an added bonus, the ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi does a nifty job of shooting touch and goes, providing your landing strip is fairly smooth.
The ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi can be controlled via low and high control rates. Low control rates provide a docile feel for the Sukhoi, and high rates are optimum for full aerobatic flight. While the ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi is designed for indoor flight, it can certainly fly outdoors when the winds are calm.
ParkZone Sukhoi Su-26 m in banked flight
Aerobatics and training with the Sukhoi
Aerobatics are the forte of the ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi. The Sukhoi has plenty of power for these maneuvers. The ParkZone Sukhoi will easily loop from level flight and climb at steep enough angles for stall turns. The ParkZone Sukhoi has no challenges with inverted and rolling flight. Use of higher ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi control throws, described clearly in the Sukhoi operation manual, provide an added dimension of aerobatic capability for the experienced pilot.
One added benefit of the ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi is the airplane’s incredible durability. The Sukhoi is light, thus has very little inertia for the inevitable crashes. In short, the ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi bounces well when it occasionally bumps into the ground or gym wall. Repairs are easy with a dab of foam safe glue, and an easily replaced spare prop is included.
ParkZone Sukhoi geared motor and "brick" containing radio receiver, servos and electronic speed control
The ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi, as described throughout this review, is a superbly engineered, well flying RC model. However, the original, full size Sukhoi is a highly competitive aerobatic airplane. These nimble flight characteristics carry over to the ParkZone version. Thus, the ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi is really not a suitable trainer for the tyro RC pilot. Start off with learning to fly on one of the more docile ParkZone airplanes, such as the Vapor, micro RC plane Ember or indoor RC plane Cessna 210. Then graduate to the great fun of the ParkZone Sukhoi. As an added bonus, you will see plenty of ParkZone Sukhois at the E-Fest airplane show in Champaign, Illinois.
The ParkZone Sukhoi really fits in your hand
Summary
In conclusion, the ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi delivers on its promise of a well designed, perfectly engineered micro ready to fly aerobatic RC airplane. It can easily survive the occasional crash, thus freeing you from the constant worry of major repairs with a larger, gas powered aerobatic RC airplane. The ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi flies slowly and close in enough that you can easily “see’ the maneuvers as you are practicing them. Tie in your ParkZone Sukhoi aerobatics work with the RC flight sim Real Flight simulator for your computer for even greater progression with your flight training. Get a ParkZone aircraft Sukhoi today – you cannot go wrong with this micro masterpiece!
ParkZone Aircraft Sukhoi