Dream-Flight Libelle 1.2m

The Dream-flight Libelle is a breakthrough in discus launched gliders. Few modelling experiences can be as fulfilling as catching a thermal from a model launched by hand, with no other energy source involved. Until now, this experience has been out of reach to non-expert modellers. The Libelle changes this, it can be assembled, kitted-out, and trimmed for flight by pilots of any experience level, and for a smaller budget.

Apart from being extremely quick and easy to assemble, the Libelle (which means dragon fly in German) flies excellently, making it a fantastic introduction to discus launch gliding. We love our Libelle, and fly it on the flat, and on the slope often, where it really shines.

Libelle pilots will get out and glide faster, as many time-saving tasks have been expertly finished at the factory. Utilizing the most modern materials and foam molding techniques, Dream Flight have achieved a durable, lightweight, and super smooth airframe. The entire model is made from purpose-designed components, with all the main parts self-aligning and interlocking.

• “ARG” Almost Ready to Glide – Get into the air faster with this quick assembly design!
• 100% self-aligning airframe produces a perfectly trimmed model for all skill levels
• Precision-molded EPO foam and composite parts ensure easy assembly and best performance
• Carbon fibre tail boom, wing spars, and pushrods produce a lightweight, durable airframe
• All pushrods and clevises, for connecting the servos to the control surfaces are included
• Highly efficient and graceful design for maximum enjoyment in light lift conditions
• Left or right handed wingtip launch system – Zoom to thermal catching altitude with ease!
• Flight and Assembly Manual provides thoughtful assembly and DLG soaring techniques

Note that this product is the Libelle airframe, control linkages, etc. To make a flyable model you will also need a suitable radio control transmitter and receiver, four servos, and a receiver battery. Read a lot more about the Libelle on this RCGroups Libelle discussion thread and this RCGroups review thread. Some photos by Pierre Rondel, used with thanks.

Dream-Flight Libelle Specifications
Wing span	1.2 m	47 in
Wing area	21.3 dm2	330 sq in
Flying weight from	278 g	9.8 oz
Wing loading	13.0 g/dm2	4.3 oz/sq ft
Aspect ratio	6.8
Wing airfoil	Proprietary
Controls	Rudder, elevator, ailerons

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Recommended R/C-nano gear only
Elevator & rudder servos (2)	Blue Bird BMS-101DMG, Blue Bird BMS-101HV, Dream-Flight 4.8g, KST X06
Aileron servos (2)	Blue Bird BMS-101DMG, Blue Bird BMS-101HV, Dream-Flight 4.8g, KST X06, KST X06N
Receivers	4/5 channel rx to suit your transmitter, eg Spectrum AR6610T, Lemon LM0034, Futaba R6004FF, FrSky X4R, Orange DSM2 compatible, Jeti Duplex R5, Multiplex Mlink RX-6-DR Light
Battery	HyperFlight 300 mAh 4.8V NiMH, Dream-Flight 300 mAh 4.8V NiMH, HyperLiPo 2S 300 mAh
Cables (2)	Lightweight 20 cm Servo Extension Lead, Med-light 15 cm Servo Extension Lead, Lightweight 10 cm Servo Extension Lead

The Dream-Flight 4.8g and the Blue Bird BMS-101AMG, Blue Bird BMS-101DMG, Blue Bird BMS-101HV are the only servos that will fit without any modifications to the foam structure. Other servos will require some trimming of the foam. The receivers shown are suggestions, foam may need to be removed in some cases. Normal medium viscosity CA is required for assembly.

Pierre Rondel Vimeo Video