Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
After the disappointing lack of flight of the original (youtu.be/exOg3r7RjWw) I made some modifications based on viewer's feedback, This is the result!
🔗 Please tell me if any of the links provided no longer work!!
🔗 Original Smartfish / Hyfish project : https://www.smartfish.ch/en/HyFish/?oid=1871&lang=en
🔗 The plan I used from RC Groups : rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?4711187-FREE-All-plans-from-RCPLANS-NL
🛒 Xfly Model 40mm 12 Blade EDF https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oD6IMBy
🛒 3.7g Digital Servo https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_olLi3Se
🛒 Byme-DB Flight Controller https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_olVuf2W
🛒 ELRS 2.4G 5CH PWM https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_okKpWh0
🛒 Zeee Lipo Battery 3S 1500mAh https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oDMxigm
🛒 Radiomaster Pocket ELRS Tx https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oERBfgE
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0:00 – Introduction of the revised Smartfish / Hyfish RC plane.
0:21 – Main issue: not enough power due to fan placement; fan is now repositioned on top for better airflow.
0:44 – Fuselage was flexing; reinforced with a wooden dowel.
1:00 – Moved servos back, replaced flexible rods with standard control rods.
1:20 – Replaced 1500mAh battery with 1300mAh to shift center of gravity rearward.
1:51 – Stabilization system test (Byme DB gyro): pitch and yaw controls verified.
2:06 – Field prep and preview of design changes before launch.
3:19 – Post-launch: plane intact after initial flight attempt.
3:49 – Telemetry update and near-miss with a bush.
4:18 – Still struggles to climb; pilot loses orientation and panics.
4:33 – Plane lands right-side up but hits isolated stony bank in open field.
5:01 – Post-flight reflections: all parts are accounted for, unsure about future flights—but it was fun!
DISCLAIMER: Unless otherwise stated all products shown in this video have been purchased personally. The description and video may contain links to products which might be affiliate links, so if you click on one of the product links I could receive a small commission. This does not affect the price you pay. If you do purchase through my affiliate link this will help fund future videos, thank you for your support!
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After the disappointing lack of flight of the original (youtu.be/exOg3r7RjWw) I made some modifications based on viewer's feedback, This is the result!
🔗 Please tell me if any of the links provided no longer work!!
🔗 Original Smartfish / Hyfish project : https://www.smartfish.ch/en/HyFish/?oid=1871&lang=en
🔗 The plan I used from RC Groups : rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?4711187-FREE-All-plans-from-RCPLANS-NL
🛒 Xfly Model 40mm 12 Blade EDF https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oD6IMBy
🛒 3.7g Digital Servo https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_olLi3Se
🛒 Byme-DB Flight Controller https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_olVuf2W
🛒 ELRS 2.4G 5CH PWM https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_okKpWh0
🛒 Zeee Lipo Battery 3S 1500mAh https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oDMxigm
🛒 Radiomaster Pocket ELRS Tx https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oERBfgE
👀 Click Here to Subscribe bit.ly/1nformatica
🛠 I buy most of my gear from https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_APpCVa You can help me by using these links!
👍 Follow on Facebook facebook.com/1nformatica
💲 If you would like to buy me a coffee: paypal.me/1nformatica
0:00 – Introduction of the revised Smartfish / Hyfish RC plane.
0:21 – Main issue: not enough power due to fan placement; fan is now repositioned on top for better airflow.
0:44 – Fuselage was flexing; reinforced with a wooden dowel.
1:00 – Moved servos back, replaced flexible rods with standard control rods.
1:20 – Replaced 1500mAh battery with 1300mAh to shift center of gravity rearward.
1:51 – Stabilization system test (Byme DB gyro): pitch and yaw controls verified.
2:06 – Field prep and preview of design changes before launch.
3:19 – Post-launch: plane intact after initial flight attempt.
3:49 – Telemetry update and near-miss with a bush.
4:18 – Still struggles to climb; pilot loses orientation and panics.
4:33 – Plane lands right-side up but hits isolated stony bank in open field.
5:01 – Post-flight reflections: all parts are accounted for, unsure about future flights—but it was fun!
DISCLAIMER: Unless otherwise stated all products shown in this video have been purchased personally. The description and video may contain links to products which might be affiliate links, so if you click on one of the product links I could receive a small commission. This does not affect the price you pay. If you do purchase through my affiliate link this will help fund future videos, thank you for your support!
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