Hydro-Foam Ad-Hoc 101

http://www.hobbytron.com/HydroFoam.html

These people are actually getting the Depron, laser cutting it, and slapping it together. I use the word "slapping" due to the ad-hoc assemblage.



Will this thing fly..yeah. But remember, a lot of times you have to buy a smaller prop, really depends on your experience level. The larger props turn this Hydro Foam Flyer into a small lawnmower!

Hydro Foam from Mega Tech

Here is the first attempt I found to simplify the
control:

http://www.megatech.com/product_detail_aircraft.php?ID=9505

1) 3 channels, throttle, elevator, and rudder, no
ailerons - means it turns but no rolling, easier to
control

2) Added winds for stability - look more like a plane
now but clearly it will make it easier to control

We will have to look into this one...

HydroFlyer Buyer Beware

HydroFlyer for Sale- Buyer Beware

Buyer beware, there are only a handful of videos and photos of real working hydroflyers or hydrofoams. Many online shops like JPRTrading, Trendtimes and other online stores have stolen many videos and photos from honest hobbyists and tout that they have these units in stock ready to ship. They've infringed on copyrights, and obviously do not carry the product, or they would have their own pictures. Connelly's video hit it big and has been syndicated across the world...while some companies simply slap their name across it and use it to sell units.

Where to Buy Hydro-Foam RC Hydro Flyers

I bought my kit from Red at Hangar1. They do take a long time... expect 2 months... but it did arrive and is a great kit. You can order the electronics below, should be good to go.

RC components and parts for the Hydro Foam

Motor $60
http://www.aeromicro.com/Catalog/e-flite_park_370_outrunner_1080_brushless_motor_3964403.htm

Electronic Sp Controller $60
http://www.castlecreations.com/products/airplane/brushless/phoenix-10.html

Batteries $41
http://www.shulmanaviation.com/ThunderPower.html

Servos 3 x's $22.95
http://www.aeromicro.com/Catalog/hitec_hs-50_super_feather_servo_2840046.htm

6-channel mini receiver $30
http://www.pacifier.com/~dcady/Electrics/Rx-Servos.htm

$250 subtotal - Radio- 4 channel ~ $ 30 ebay
Got Questions on the Hydro Foam Flyer A.K.A. D-Higher Hydro FLyer?

Hydroflyer Pictures

Radio Controlled Hydro Foam boat/plane kit

Photos by John Shum Copyright 2005

Durable Hydrofoam/boat plane kit from Depron by Hangar1.

• Assembled Depron kit- ready for paint

• Brushless motor, ESC, GWS receiver, crystals

• Lithium Polymer battery

• 4 channel Futaba radio

These are pictures from a precut kit with 3rd party electronics. Click on thumbnails below to get a better view.

RC components and parts

Motor $60
http://www.aeromicro.com/Catalog/e-flite_park_370_outrunner_1080_brushless_motor_3964403.htm
Electronic Sp Controller $60
http://www.castlecreations.com/products/airplane/brushless/phoenix-10.html
Batteries $41
http://www.shulmanaviation.com/ThunderPower.html
Servos 3 x's $22.95
http://www.aeromicro.com/Catalog/hitec_hs-50_super_feather_servo_2840046.htm
6-channel mini receiver $30
http://www.pacifier.com/~dcady/Electrics/Rx-Servos.htm

$250 subtotal - Radio- 4 channel ~ $ 30 ebay
Got Questions on the Hydro Foam Flyer A.K.A. D-Higher Hydro FLyer? Email us

Search RC Hydro Foam servos and batteries:

MTC9505 HYDRO-FLY Foam

MTC9505 HYDRO-FLY

Is it a car? Is it an airplane? Is it a boat?

Keep watching here for information on Megatech's new, exciting, and unique R/C vehicle - The Hydro-Fly. Megatech has been developing The Hydro-Fly since 2002 & is due out December 2005. More details coming soon. International hydro-foam boat design and engineering patents pending.