Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Beginner RC Plane Build from a Cheap Foam Glider!
In this video, I show you how I converted a budget-friendly foam glider into a fully functional RC airplane. This is a perfect beginner project for anyone looking to get into the RC hobby without spending a lot of money. I cover everything from the conversion of a cheap chuck glider to the electronics. After 15 Lidl RC conversions it's my first high wing plane and it's so easy to fly. Video shows a glimpse of the maiden but full maiden is linked at the end.
Top tip , fit a motor with a shaft like the emax-cf2805-motor and you can fit a prop saver!
🧰 What You’ll Learn:
Step by step building
What RC components to use (motor, ESC, battery, receiver, servos)
How to install and balance everything
The 'Lidl glider' is actually a Playtive Glider. Sold cheap once a year in Lidl stores but can be bought from other suppliers year round. Just search 'Playtive Glider.'
affiliate links.
BR1806 brushless motor banggood.com/custlink/KDvPv0RMSO 20A speedcontroller banggood.com/custlink/GmDyHOUSNB 9g servo banggood.com/custlink/3GDdVaqiAE 3.7g servo banggood.com/custlink/mvvPU4vor3
Full maiden is here and if you're not already a subscriber you can do so here .... youtube.com/@bobflyman?sub_confirmation=1