Super Cub DSM RTF

Reader Reviews
I have been flying my Super Cub DSM for a few months now and absolutely love it. The plane flys extremely well, is forgiving in accidents, easy to repair if needed, and is a ton of fun to fly. I had no RC flying experience prior to getting this, and was apprehensive of what I was getting myself into. The 4 foot wingspan was daunting, and I was second guessing my decision after I bought it. I now know that this larger plane is much easier to control than, say, a Mini Super Cub. The reason is mostly because it can better handle the slight winds while up at altitude and is easier to spot in the sky.Here's a short list of tips I came up with for the Super Cub DSM:1. Turn off the ACT (Anti-Crash Technology) switch and never turn it on again. This will cause more crashes than it will save you from. If you don't believe me, just power up your plane on the gound (throttle off) and pull back on the elvator stick and hold for a second. It will counter your input and lock for 3 seconds. Same goes for any other full motion moves you try. This "technology" resulted in my one and only high-speed nose dive accident.2. Prior to first flight, line the entire fuselage and leading edges of the wings with clear packing tape (I used the heavy-duty Scotch Tape variety). This will save you from knicks in the Z-foam, as well as reinforce the main structure. This one tip has saved me lots of repair costs, and even after quite a few accidents, I still have yet to replace the wings.3. Buy a couple extra cowlings (cover over the motor) and a couple spare props. You will undoubtedly go through a few of these when first learning to fly. It's nice to be able to quickly swap out a part rather than be "grounded" for a few days while you wait for them to ship to you.4. If you ever have an accident that is severe enough to break the fuselage, simply use JB Welder contact adhesive to glue it back together. My ACT incident mentioned in tip #1 resulted in a full break just behind the wings, and I had it back and flying the next day! This plane is super easy to repair.5. Keep the sun to your back on your first few flights. There's nothing scarier than not knowing what direction, altitude, or speed the plane is going as you helplessly stare into the sun. Yep, I had to do that a few times...6. Kill the motor on landing approach and glide in with just the rudder and elevator inputs. Right before the wheels touch down, pull back on the stick to "flare out" the plane. Makes for some perfect landings!7. Buy the aerial drop module. It comes with a small parachute man and two bombs. I have two boys (6 and 3 year olds) that absolutely love to chase down the items as I "bomb" the runway. It helps keep the kiddos interested, and I have to admit that I love the feature as well.8. Buy the DSM version rather than the LP one. The controller and additional range are well worth the extra $20 or so. Plus, with the DSM version, you get the X-port for using the aerial drop module, night flight module, or sonic warfare module.9. NEVER fly on windy days. If you are looking at a flag pole and see the flag blowing, it is too windy. While it is possible to fly in these conditions, you certainly never want to do it when you are first learning. For your first 5-10 flights, try to go on really calm days. Your plane and your wallet will thank you for it later. :)Bottom line: I abosolutely love this plane and would buy it again in a heartbeat if I ever lost it. Take it easy on your first few flights, check out my tips above, and you'll be flying like a pro in no time!