We all held our breath as it spooled up wondering if it was going to fly but sure enough it took off and flew some gentle circuits, time will tell if this will catch on as he is the first member to go flybarless.

I believe some further adjustments are required to smooth out and speed up the response.

Trevor and Martin show of their shiny Canomod canopies off, Martin was able to break his magpie addiction to all things blue choosing the orange and yellow 3d style canopy.

Its amazing the difference a painted canopy make to a helicopter, completely transforming the look, these 2 Raptors now really look the business.

Take it easy guys, lets keep them looking pristine and new.

Neil B was showing off his new N9 Synergy, a seriously sorted machine looking exquisite and flying just as well.

It is rumoured Neil only wanted a 90 because the blade bark would be louder :-) but whatever the reason this machine has big presence both static on the ground and when thrown around in the air.

someone once said to me "once you've flown a 90 you'll never go back!" we'll have to wait and see if his 50's are going to start gathering dust. 

Milan has recently seen the light and added a Raptor 50 to his fleet which has been made up on electric helicopters.

The Raptor 50 has given him a glimpse in to the wonderful world of nitro helicopters, he has had to learn quickly having had to change OS 50 Hyper engine bearings already (you'll get used to that Milan :-) )

Also having a revlock 20 he can often be seen with his laptop at the field fiddling with governor parameters which makes him look like a formula one pit crew downloading telemetry.

Those of you who have been following the ups and downs of David's Trex 500 problems will be pleased to know it looks like it's been sorted, after buying shares in Align 425MM carbon blades, main and feathering shafts.

The problem appeared to be caused by a dodgy Spektrum receiver which has now been replaced with a new one, we all stood with bated breath as David took to the air today wondering if this was the fix, low and behold a full 2500MAh battery was flown without a hitch.

Bet your glad you can finally fly it, hopefully Mr Johnston's sales of Trex 500 spares will now be down.

It's been a long time coming but Gavin has finally got himself a 50 Size! no more shall we hear "**~#%@ helicopter is gutless and has no power"! Neil's original Trex 600 has been converted back from a 90 to a 50 and is Gavin's new pride an Joy.

Initial setup was time consuming due to the fact A: we all decided it was good learning for him to fit the servos :-D and B: because Neil forgot to put the bolts in the clutch (whoops).

First flight on Saturday, Gavin's first comments were "**~# me it makes my old raptor feel like a lama" we are all expecting inverted, 3d & chaos soon.