Skybound RC
Juan Sanchez
Welcome to the Skybound RC Podcast, where we explore the fascinating world of RC aviation. Join us as we dive into the journeys of pilots, builders, and industry leaders, sharing their insights and experiences gained from years in the field. Get ready to be inspired and entertained as we uncover the secrets of success and ignite your own RC journey!
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08/10/23 • 49 min
Ali Machinchy joins us to discuss what actually takes Horizon Hobby to bring a new airplane from idea to market, talks about the latest release from Hangar 9 - the all-new Aermacchi MB-339, and sheds some light on what it takes to become a sponsored pilot on the Horizon Air Team.
Ali is a lifelong aeromodeler, a leader in the RC industry, and a world-class pilot. This interview is full of great information that you won't want to miss!
06/20/23 • 32 min
In this conversation with Kris Barton, owner and founder of Full Throttle RC, we talk about his start in the hobby, how Full Throttle RC came about, what his most requested airplane is and shares his preferred equipment after testing equipment from all different brands.
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00:00 - Intro
01:56 - Start in the hobby
06:00 - Full Throttle RC Freedom Fest
08:18 - What is Full Throttle RC?
11:06 - Pricing
14:58 - How long does it take them to build a plane?
17:55 - Working in the RC industry
20:13 - Kris favorite plane?
23:21 - Go-to gear for giant scale aerobatic planes
26:13 - Quickfire questions
03/17/24 • 82 min
Today, we have a true legend in the world of RC aerobatics joining us: Andrew Jesky. From his humble beginnings flying at the age of 7 to becoming a household name in the RC community, Andrew has soared to remarkable heights of success.
As a multiple-time US F3A National Champion, Team F3A World Champion, and Tucson Aerobatic Shootout Champion, Andrew's trophy shelf speaks volumes about his mastery of the skies. And let's not forget his impressive 2nd place finish in the F3A World Championships in Australia just last year – a testament to his skill and dedication.
But Andrew's contributions don't stop there. Alongside his family, he runs AJ Aircraft, crafting high-quality RC planes that have earned a dedicated following within the RC community. Beyond his accomplishments, Andrew is renowned for his generosity, always eager to share his wealth of knowledge with fellow enthusiasts.
In today's conversation, we delve into Andrew's recent experience at the 2023 F3A World Championships, uncovering the secrets behind his training regimen and the meticulous setup of his aircraft. Plus, we get an exclusive peek into the latest innovations from AJ Aircraft and what's on the horizon for the company.
https://www.facebook.com/andrew.jesky
https://www.aj-aircraft.com/
Timeline:
00:00: Intro
02:18: Beginnings in RC
08:30: Pattern aerobatics
9:35: F3A World Championships
12:00: Training approach
18:20: Semi-finals
20:30: 2023 Worlds in Australia
29:32: Plane and equipment used in Australia
34:42: F3A Equipment trends
50:23: F3A radio setup
53:42: AJ Aircraft
1:00:01: Hidden challenges when running an RC company
1:07:08: New projects in the pipeline
1:15:40: Plans for 2024
1:18:00: Parting advice
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08/25/24 • 66 min
Today I’m chatting with Brendan Gell. Along with his father, Rick, Brendan has been deeply involved in the RC community for decades. Together, they lead Advanced Radio, an Australian company renowned for developing cutting-edge electronic systems and accessories for RC airplanes.
In our conversation, Brendan shares the story of how the company began, the challenges they've faced along the way, and offers an overview into their product line—including exclusive insights on their latest innovations set to hit the market soon.
Advanced Radio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AdvancedRadioRC
Advanced Radio site: https://www.boomarc.com/en/
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03/02/24 • 72 min
After the Tournament Of Championships came to and end in 2002, the Tucson Aerobatic Shootout became one of most important RC aerobatic competitions in the world, with the best pilots gathering to compete in IMAC and freestyle.
Today, I’m talking to Bryant Mack, 2 time Invitational champion as well multiple freestyle podium finisher. In our chat, we do a deep dive on precision aerobatics and IMAC and Bryant talks about his journey to the top of the aerobatic scene. He shares his process to setup and adjust a competition winning IMAC airplane, and gives us a glimpse on his training mindset.
Follow Bryant at / bryant.mack
Tucson Aerobatic Shootout: http://www.tucsonaerobaticshootout.com/
Contents:
00:00: Intro
04:36: Pattern vs IMAC
06:45: Flying IMAC unknowns.
11:30: Tucson Aerobatic Shootout
13:48: Training for major competitions
18:12: Judging different flying styles
20:19: IMAC airframes
26:30: Setup and trimming process
34:30: Flight modes
39:50: Snap rolls
47:07: Advanced vs Unlimited vs Invitational pilot skills
51:02: Flying IMAC and Freestyle back to back
1:04:00: Japan RC Pageant trip
1:06:38: 2024 plans
1:09:50: Advice for pilots wanting to get into/progress in IMAC
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02/02/24 • 82 min
Today, I'm thrilled to be in conversation with none other than Nico Gastaldi, one of the best thrust vector aerobatic jet pilots worldwide. Coming to us from France, Nico brings his wealth of experience with hundreds of thrust vector flights on J-10, Mephisto, and Ares, offering us a masterclass in the intricate world of thrust vectoring aerobatics.
Join us as Nico walks us through his process for gear selection, assembly, radio setup, trimming, center of gravity adjustment, and gyro tuning – all essential elements for achieving max performance in turbine jets.
But that's not all; Nico opens up about his latest ventures with PAU and RCGadgetz. We not only delve into their just-announced Pulse sport jet but also get some initial details into a future thrust vector jet currently in development by Nico and the PAU team, anticipated for release later this year.
Follow Nico in Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nico.gastaldi.7
RcGadgetz: https://rcgadgetz.com/
PAU USA: https://flypauusa.com/
Contents:
00:00: Intro and getting started in RC
07:26: Transitioning to 3D flying with jets
09:45: How to properly setup a thrust vector jet for aerobatics and 3D.
10:50: Assembly and component selection
15:45: Center of gravity
20:13: Trimming process
24:00: Endpoints, exponential, rates
30:17: Gyro tuning
50:55: Thrust vector always on?
54:24: Max deflections on surfaces and thrust vector
59:35: Freestyle with jets
1:06:28: Working with RCGadgetz, PAU Pulse jet and new delta wing thrust vector jet
1:12:45: Flying and coaching in India and where people struggle with jets
Harry Sejour - Latest offerings from PilotRC, Matrix 3D Jet and life as the owner of an RC company
Skybound RC
09/15/23 • 35 min
Today we're chatting with Harry Sejour, lifelong rc modeler and founder and owner of Tailslide Aviation, the new official distributor of PilotRC in the US.
We talk about the challenges of starting a new RC company, the latest products from PilotRC and dive deep into their newest jet, the Matrix. We also talk about Harry's favorite planes and good jets for beginners.
Links:
PilotRC: https://pilot-rc.com
Tailslide Aviation: https://tailslideaviation.com/
Tailslide Aviation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...
Contents
00:00 - Intro
01:00 - How did Harry start in RC?
03:20 - Starting Tailslide Aviation
05:23 - What products do they carry?
07:00 - What are the main challenges of operating Tailslide Aviation?
09:25 - Increasing PilotRC popularity in the United States
13:40 - PilotRC Matrix 3D jet
21:40 - Good first jet to get into turbines
25:07 - Harry's go to plane
27:06 - What to expect from PilotRC
28:50 - Tailslide Aviation sponsorships
09/03/23 • 75 min
Martin Pickering is one of the most well known RC aerobatic and jet pilots. He's traveled the world flying countless airplanes at the best events around the globe, setting up and demoing all kind of models. For years now, he's been sharing his RC journey on his Youtube channel.
Enjoy this chat with Martin Pickering where he talks about his RC starts, delve into his youtube journey, compare Pilot-RC aerobatic models and do a deep dive into his new FC1 3D jet planned setup.
Links mentioned in the interview:
Martin Pickering youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MartinPickering-PickeringRC
Pilot-RC FC1 jet: https://pilot-rc.com/elster-jet-fc1-3d/
Pilot-RC aerobatic planes: https://pilot-rc.com/category/acrobatic/
Contents
00:00 - Intro
01:36 - How did Martin start his RC journey
04:39 - Why Martin stopped competing
14:32 - PickeringRC Youtube Channel ( / @martinpickering-pickeringrc )
27:40 - Martin's go to aerobatic plane
30:10 - Comparison of 120cc Pilot RC planes
33:56 - Pilot-RC FC-1 jet
42:39 - How he got into jets
51:15 - Common mistakes people make with their planes
1:00:09 - Flying other people's planes
1:11:06 - RC Events
08/23/23 • 54 min
Quique Somenzini is one the most accomplished aerobatic pilots in RC history, and has spent his life dedicated to refining his flying and design skills to bring the best airplanes to the market. He was kind enough to spend some time with Juan Sanchez to chat about the start of 3D flight, his experience at the TOC and F3A World championships, the latest developments at Flex Innovations, and much more.
Links mentioned in the interview:
Flex Innovations: https://www.flexinnovations.com/
Flex Twin Otter: https://www.flexinnovations.com/produ...
Contents
00:00 - Intro
01:38 - How did Quique started the 3D revolution
05:42 - Flying at the Tournament Of Champions
15:33 - Training for competitions like F3A Worlds and TOC
20:35 - Flex Innovations
29:14 - Quique's airplane design process
36:12 - New release from Flex: Twin Otter
42:28 - Jase Dussia joining the Flex Team
44:27 - Quique's outlook on the RC industry
47:45 - How to become a better pilot
Jonathan Vogt: The Lighter Side of RC, radio showdown controversies and lessons after countless jets
Skybound RC
01/21/24 • 77 min
On today’s episode, I have the pleasure of sitting down with the mastermind behind The Lighter Side of RC, Jonathan Vogt. With an impressive 41,000 subscribers and counting, his Youtube channel takes us through the build process of some of the most amazing turbine jets you can find.
In our chat, we delve into the inception of Jonathan’s channel and discuss the challenges behind his videos. We also revisit his radio showdown test video that cought everyones attention, sparking discussions about radio brands within the RC community. And, of course, he talks about his many ongoing projects and spills the beans on some insider tips and tricks accumulated through countless turbine model builds and the setup of his professional RC workshop.
Check out Jonathan's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCz1KUoUoIlV...
You can also find him in Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelightersi...
Website: https://www.thelightersideofrc.com/
RC Air Experience podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@UC2CqOgMp7en...
Radio showdown video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Largn...
Contents:
00:00: Intro and getting started in RC
06:17: Progression of the youtube channel
10:20: Building jets for customers
19:30: Controversial Radio test showdown video
28:35: Efficiency tips and tricks when building rc planes
33:03: Tools
37:58: Go-to gear for jets
42:12: Preferences on setting up Jeti rx systems
45:13: Common challenges in setting up turbine jets
49:10: Strengths and weaknesses on different manufacturers
54:05: Important practices when putting together a new plane
58:48: Fuel systems
1:02:05: Hardest builds
1:04:11: Jonathan's Projects and future plans
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FAQ
How many episodes does Skybound RC have?
Skybound RC currently has 26 episodes available.
What topics does Skybound RC cover?
The podcast is about Leisure, Aviation, Jets, Podcasts and Airplane.
What is the most popular episode on Skybound RC?
The episode title 'Matt Chapman: American Airlines captain, Airshow pilot and RC modeler' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Skybound RC?
The average episode length on Skybound RC is 62 minutes.
How often are episodes of Skybound RC released?
Episodes of Skybound RC are typically released every 14 days, 2 hours.
When was the first episode of Skybound RC?
The first episode of Skybound RC was released on Jun 20, 2023.
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