A Review of the Cessna Skylane 182 from CMPro. One of the all time and favourite aircraft is the Cessna Skylane, the family saloon of the aircraft world.
Over the years there have been various versions, more powerful engines and even retractable undercarriage for the full size craft.
The model we will be reviewing is the CMPro (China Model Productions) Cessna Skylane 182 (50 size) ARF.
The model came in not too large a box considering, about 4 feet, just long enough to accomodate the fuselage with it's integrated tail fin. The components were reasonably packed. Small items came in various plastic bags. CMPro have jumped forward with this kit - supplied is an electric option. A ply mounting box with down-thrust and right-thrust angles built in. The box is marked which way to be installed following the option in the instructions. As you will see later, the electric option would keep the scale model's lines perfect.
A lot of people seem to be looking to power their models now with lipos therefore needing to use regulators dropping voltage to save burning out servos. Here's a heads up on an excellent little digi switch that combines everything you need.
The Boomerang Trainer features a large wing area and a docile semi-symmetrical wing section. A great performing RC trainer with original Australian trim - highly visible colours.