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FT Simple Scout MKR2

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$34.99

RC Airplane Build Kit

The FT Simple Scout is a fun scale WWI reconnaissance plane. This quick and easy build RC plane is upgradeable with FPV for immersive flying.

FT Simple Scout MKR2

$34.99

FT Simple Scout MKR2

$34.99
Flying Space Required
Large Field
Build Level
easy
Easy
Flying Level
easy
Easy
Build Time
very-slow
2.5 Hr
Flying Speed
very-slow
Medium
Battery Capacity
battery
1300-1800 mAh
Battery Cells
battery
3-Cell
Power Pack
B
Min. Channels
battery
3-Channels
Series
Simple Series

Thank you for choosing the FT Simple Scout as your next fun FT project. The FT Simple Scout was designed with the same vision as many of our other Simple Series planes. Quick and easy build, Easy to fly, and able to grow with the pilot in both skills and features. This Fun Scale WW1 reconnaissance plane carries many of the features that were common on many of the Iconic aircraft of the 1920's. This makes it easy to paint it up like a wingman of the red baron or as one of Its British adversaries. Our goal with The FT Simple Scout is to introduce both a great way to learn to fly and also many fun activities like combat and flying FPV from the open Cockpit.

The FT Simple Scout makes a fantastic first plane. When built as a beginner model, the Plane only requires rudder, elevator, and throttle to fly. This classic 3-channel configuration is both simple and stable for new pilots. Once comfortable with 3 channel, the world of flight opens up with the ability to add ailerons to the existing wings. As a 4 channel aircraft, the same stable flight can still be experienced, but now aerobatics, flaperons, and all the classic barnstorming maneuvers like loops, rolls, inverted flight, and extreme slow flight. Even with its most advanced setup, the FT Simple Scout will still stall gently with wings level. Our favorite activity with The FT Simple Scout is to install an optional FPV set-up in the open Cockpit. This gives the pilot the satisfaction of flying from the same perspective as you were in the plane yourself without compromising visibility to safely fly.

If you are new to this great hobby, looking for a fun activity with your friends, or want to go back in time with an iconic blast from the past, we hope the FT Simple Scout is a source of many happy memories and a gateway to many future pilots finding success in flight. Thank you for your support and happy flying!

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FT Simple Scout MKR2 Specifications

  • Weight Without Battery: 15 oz (425 g)
  • Center of Gravity: 2.25" (63 mm) from leading edge of wing
  • Control Surface Throws: 12 degree deflection (ailerons/elevator/rudder) Expo 30%
  • Wingspan: 37.5" (952 mm)

Package Includes

NOTE: Kit includes airframe only

  • 4) Lasercut Maker Foam Sheet
  • 1) Simple Premium Hardware Pack: which includes (4) Vinyl Control Horn, (1) Vinyl/Fiberglass Firewall, (5) Rubber Band, (4) Zip Tie, (1) Velcro, (1) Paint Stir, (4) BBQ Skewer, (6) Popsicle Stick, (1) Control Rod Housing, (4) 23" Pushrod, (2) Medium Landing Gear Wire, (1) Thin Landing Gear Wire
  • 1) Simple Scout Poster Board Piece

FT Simple Scout MKR2 Videos

  • Great all-around plane
    5

    Posted by Rick on 8th Aug 2024

    The Flite Test Simple Scout was my first FT build. It flies exceptionally well, and has a decent flight envelope. It's great for slow, relaxing flights, but will also handle some aerobatics. The size is small enough to carry in most any car, but still large enough to be easy to keep track of in the air. The design is fairly durable (my first Scout is still flying after over 5 years), and the build simple enough that I had no problem following the online video, despite it being my first foamboard plane project. The Simple Scout has been my go-to plane for years, and the Flite Test crew really hit it out of the park with this design.

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