The FT Jenny XL is an iconic fast build representation of the classic Curtis JN-4 “Jenny”. This large 58 inch biplane was designed by Dave Jester to build fast and fly slow! In as little as three hours, you can go from the build table to the skies and experience all the thrills of classic barnstorming flight.
The FT Jenny XL is a 4 channel aircraft, which gives you aileron, rudder, elevator, and throttle control. This large scale aircraft flies so slow, it can easily be enjoyed in a large back yard, Park, or soccer field.
The FT Jenny XL was also a special project as a special surprise for our wonderful team leader, backbone of Flite Test, and the beloved wife of Josh Bixler. For over 10 years, Jen Bixler has requested this very airplane to be added into the FT hanger for not only her love of vintage aviation, but of course it's awesome name! Dave Jester and Josh Bixler collaborated together to create a gentle larger trainer version of the Jenny to allow Jen and other new pilots to experience the wonders of flight in style.
If you’re ready to take to the skies, grab your scarf and goggles and of course a hot glue gun. I hope that this awesome little plane brings as many smiles and memories for you as it has for us.
If your passion is scale, you can easily upgrade this aircraft with optional 3D printed engine halves or the entire cowling! We even have you covered (literally) with optional decals to take you from military to flying circus! One of our favorite features of the Jenny XL is the included flying wires that not only add amazing strength, but also complete the scale look of the Jenny.
To build the Jenny XL, simply use the build video of the FT Mighty Mini Jenny along with the Jenny XL Build Supplemental Article. The Jenny XL build is very similar to the FT Mighty Mini Jenny and the build supplemental article shows the changes and additional steps needed to complete your project.
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Specifications
- Weight with Battery: 2.7lb
- Center of Gravity: 2.2” from top leading edge
- Control Surface Throws: 12 to 16 degree deflection
- Wingspan: 58.5" (1493.52 mm)
- Length: 41" (1041mm)
Recommended Electronics
- Motor: FT 2814 1100kv motor
- Prop: 12x4.5 CCW Propeller
- ESC: FT 40 Amp ESC
- Battery: 3300 mAh 3 cell
- Servos: (4) 9 gram servos
Package Includes
Note: Kit includes airframe only
- 4) Lasercut Maker Foam Sheet
- 4) Swappable Control Horn
- 1) Velcro
- 4) Zip Tie
- 2) Thick Landing Gear Wire
- 4) 16" Pushrod Wire
- 2) 4.3" Wheel
- 2) 3.1mm Wheel Adapter
- 1) 24" Nylon 1mm Cord
- 1/8" Plywood Jenny XL Kit
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Part 1, - build
The build has been most enjoyable! Pay close attention to the cowling to mid-fuse bonding instructions as there can be fitting challenges there. My only failed-challenge was a mistake I made in freeing the ailerons, where one cut-thru. Be careful there. One additional thing I did was, I didn't care for the rough finish of the cockpits' opening. So, I bought 3' of 1/4" OD x 1/8" ID, black rubber (latex) tubing, split it open and framed each opening using hot-glue to hold it. After I fly this one for a while, I'll probably buy another and build again with the experience I have gained from this first time.