Mike Fortin

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Mike Fortin — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:07:16 +0000

Hater? Lover? Just don’t care and want a cool shirt? Now you can “hate” me at your local field, all the cool pilots do! We are now accepting pre-orders for for the OFFICIAL IhateMikeFortin.com tees! Shirts are only $20 bucks with FREE SHIPPING! Shirts are expected to arrive in 1-2 weeks. See below for How To Pay:

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Thanks for your support!

New: Whiplash Nitro Video

Mike Fortin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 03:49:56 +0000

New: Whiplash Nitro from Miniature Aircraft USA

Mike Fortin — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:31:53 +0000

The wait will soon be over, the Whiplash nitro kits are just about ready for the public release! I had the pleasure of building one of the first production kits and must say that the build was extremely simply with the entire build and electronics install taking just about 6 hours.

The Whiplash is the new flagship model from wwwMiniatureAircraftUSA.com and is proudly distributed worldwide by www.HeliWholesaler.com

As you can see, packaging is spectacular and also included is the manual on CD as well as an ultra nifty MA towel for building and or sweating after a flight…the choice is yours!

You will immediately notice that the Whiplash models are a departure from previous models from MA USA however the quality, craftsmanship and ability to remain based and manufactured here in the USA has not changed.

The Whiplash nitro is the 2nd of 3 new Whiplash models to be released and will soon be followed by the highly anticipated gas version, the Whiplash G.

My Whiplash nitro and electric are both outfitted identically with electronics including the following:

Futaba CGY750 FBL/Gov
Futaba 255HV’s (8v)
Align DS650 (tail & throttle on 5.2v)
Mavrikk G5 FBL 690′s & Mavrikk 105 FBL Tail Blades
2650mah rx pack
Futaba 6203SB mini rx
SwitchGlo Pro glow igniter
RC Booya mounts from www.RCBooya.com

This setup has proven to provide killer performance while remaining extremely reliable flight after flight. Along with the YS120 and Fun-Tech B302 pipe and Enya 5 plug on 15% fuel, the power is nothing short of ludicrous.

With roughly 25 flights in just 2 short days, this model has quickly come to be my most favorite model thus far.

If you have any questions or comments, please don’t hesitate to contact me via email at (mike @ mike-3d.com) and I will be happy to answer your questions.

Miniature Aircraft USA at AMA Expo 2012

Mike Fortin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:02:59 +0000

Charging Stuff!

Mike Fortin — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 17:41:38 +0000

I wanted to post some pics of my current charging setup, this is currently being reworked by A Designers Edge to make some great new features and a not seen before look. The iChargers are courtesy of www.ProgressiveRC.com as is the new Power Block which allows you the ability to use up to 6 chargers and will eventually make for a super clean install. But for now, here is the rough version which is pushing roughly 1500 watts and getting power from a Honda EU2000i.

Here are more pics, enjoy!

All of the items seen here are available directly from David at www.ProgressiveRC.com

Thanks to www.ProgressiveRC .com for some great products and amazing customer service!

Happy Holidays!

Mike Fortin — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:56:45 +0000

Happy Holidays to everyone from my Family to yours! Thank you for an amazing year, 2012 will be better than ever! Hope to see everyone soon!

RC Heli Nation Interview – Now Available!

Mike Fortin — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 13:31:55 +0000

The guys over at RC Heli Nation were nice enough to ask me on to their show to do an interview. There were lots of good questions by the guys and you know I answered them as only I could! It was a great time and lots of fun, Pinion joined in the fun as well! The show is available now at www.rchelination.com and is also be available on iTunes. Be sure to check it out and follow them on Facebook for weekly shows.

Whiplash 90E FBL Build Pics and Electronics Install

Mike Fortin — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 03:39:44 +0000

I’ve had many, many requests for pictures of the Whiplash under the hood. Here are a bunch of pics I just snapped….Hope you all like them! This is a 12s 90/700 size electric model. Electronics include: Futaba CGY750 FBL, Futaba 255HV Servos as well as the Castle 120HV V2 and the insanely powerful Scorpion 4525-520KV Limited Edition motor.

Please let me know if you have any questions by emailing me at mike (at) mike-3d.com

Whiplash 90E FBL

Mike Fortin — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 17:14:44 +0000

The long awaited flagship 90 of Miniature Aircraft USA is finally here. After years of waiting the future is now, Whiplash is a helicopter designed by both Bobby Watts and Chris Lund (Big Sky CNC) the helicopter is a total departure from the Miniature Aircraft USA that we all remember. As with all MA helicopters, the Whiplash was designed and manufactured here in the USA.

The industry has been begging for a new helicopter that is a made here in the USA, this helicopter is 100% forged in Billings Montana. The helicopter has many unique designs and is one of the most robust models on the market today. The entire kit is very easy to assemble and was designed by pilots for pilots so the design was made to be easily accessible in the event you need to repair the model.

The kit was a real pleasure to build and with the right power package, this model is a rocket ship! The official price for the Whiplash 90E FBL kit is $899.99 and will be shipping very shortly!

For more info check out www.MiniatureAircraftUSA.com or www.HeliWholesaler.com

Whiplash!

Mike Fortin — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 19:49:54 +0000

The time is almost here for what is one of the most exciting helicopters to be release. This is the start of a new era for Miniature Aircraft USA and is sure to be one of the most exciting. I am highly anticipating the arrival of my new Whiplash in the next few weeks!