HK Sky Mule

[Bigstik]

 ;DMaidened my HK Sky Mule. Twin motor on 3S 2200 mAh lipo. Had two more flights. Flies great, beautiful day at the HMA field.

[sihinch]

How sturdy is the undercarriage on the wing? I've often looked at the sky mule but thought the long legs of the main wheels could be a weak spot - creating a large moment arm on the legs.

[Bigstik]

So far so good, altho it has only three flights. Our filed is typical, ie grass and 'the long legs' was a non issue.

All I need now is a set of floats for it!

[Oscar]

Hi John

There is a 3rd party tool that convert SkyMule to float plane.  Check it out.

http://parkflyerplastics.com/cart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=28_50&products_id=706

[Bigstik]

Just checked it out. Prefer to add floats rather than convert to an amphibious hull, but thanks all the same.

[Condor13]

I find my Mule underpowered. I am using two bladed 10 x 8 props. The original 3 bladed broke when the whole nacelle fell off. I am thinking of using a four cell battery to get more power.

Also the front wheel collapsed while landing on grass, so I have fitted one with thicker (1/8") wire.

John

[Oscar]

I am joining the skymule crew.  For the CG I found I have to move the battery pass the battery bay. I am using 3S 4000 30C.

[Oscar]

I maiden it today.  I replaced the ESC to TURNIGY Plush 40amp.  The prop replaced with Master Airscrew propeller 10x7 (one for regular, the other is a pusher - purpose for counter rotation).  With 4000mah 3S setup, I didn't feel underpower.   On my second flight, I was cruising with 1/2 throttle for 8 1/2 minutes.   Landing is very slow and scale. 

Overall, I really like this plane. It's a keeper.  Thank you John for recommending this plane. 

[Oscar]

This morning is quite windy (I think it's even more windy than a typical student night).  I took the SkyMule out.  This plane has lots of power and very stable.  It's as stable as the Apprentice (or better).  Originally, I was thinking to convert to seaplane.  Now, I think this is more fun for FPV plane.

[Oscar]

The Skymule looks exactly like the new Bond's Spectre plane.

http://jamesbonding.com/spectre/islander-aircraft-spectre-186.html