FT Simple Scout MKR2
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
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!
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)
Recommended Electronics
- Motor: 2212B
- Prop: 9x4.5CCW
- ESC: FT 25amp XT60
- Battery: 1300 mAh 3s
- Servos: (2 - 4) 9 gram servos
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
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Great all-around plane
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.