Motor:
AirCore Power System 2181 Kv brushless motor
Receiver: 4-channel micro Tactic SLT ESC
Servos Battery: 6-amp 3 digital ultra-micro
4 pushrods with magnet ends 2S 250 mAh Li-Po
AT A GLANCE Principle
Type:
Construction: Wing span: Airfoil: Length: Weight: Power: Radio:
RTF micro electric R/C foam and plastic 22 inches flat bottom 17.8 inches 3.4 ounce
AirCore Power Core Module 4-channel Tactic TTX403
Mustang
RTF micro electric R/C foam and plastic 22 inches
semi-symmetrical 19 inches 4.1 ounces
AirCore Power Core Module 4-channel Tactic TTX403
Manufacturer: Flyzone, distributed by Hobbico, P.O. Box 9021, Champaign, IL 61826, 217-398-3630,
www.flyzoneplanes.com
The AirCore models are nicely packaged (above left) and are available in a large selection, including a trainer and several WWII fighters. The Principle trainer and "Candy II" Mustangwere selected for this review. The AirCore Power Core module and batteries are purchased separately and fit all of the planes in
into a cradle retainer pre-mounted in each model where it snaps in place, yet can be easily removed.
The array of models developed for this power module is impressive. The advertis- ing brochure lists and illustrates a total of six different models: the Principle trainer; a Focke-Wulf 190; a P-51 Mustang in two dif- ferent versions; a Supermarine Spitfire; a Mitsubishi Zero in two different versions; and a Messerschmitt Me-109. Each of these models is a complete airframe, lacking only
the series. The power module (above right) includes a 2181 Kv motor, a Tactic SLT receiver, a 6-amp ESC, three micro servos, and four pushrods with
magnetic ends. The AirCore 250 mAh battery has a special one prong connector to the ESC.
the Power Core, a transmitter, and a 2S 7.4 250 mAh 20C battery to get it in the air. Conveniently, Flyzone offers just such a battery (FLZA6401) with a single prong connecting plug intended for the power module.
Like its other recent offerings, this “Air- Core” system binds directly to any one of several Tactic radio transmitters (TTX403, TTX404, TTX600, or TTX650) or to almost any other SLT 2.4 GHz transmitter using the “AnyLink 2.4GHz Radio Adapter”. You
can check any radio in question by typing
www.tx-ready.com/anylink-chart.html into Google to check on its compatibility.
The models For the purposes of this review, I received
the Principle and the “Cathy II” Mustang, in addition to the power core module and the Tactic TTX403 4-Channel SLT 2.4GHz Mini Transmitter. Both planes are of foam con- struction and require no tools for assembly, although the Mustang does require needle-
The Tactic SLT receiver built into the power module binds with all Tactic transmitters, including the TTX403 transmitter (above left). Additionally, the receiver can be bound to an AnyLink module fitted to many other transmitter brands. See text for details. The brushless motor is hardwired to a three plug
FLYING MODELS
connector on the power module chassis. The prop (above right) connects to the motor by way of a snap-on fitting that allows easy prop changes for each airplane using the module. The fitting also protects the prop, allowing it to pop off rather than break in the event of contact with the ground.
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