AeroFold: Folding VTOL 1.6m Plane
Source: Thingiverse by t4obrien
The AeroFold: Folding VTOL 1.6m Plane is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by t4obrien. Major project of mine, a tour-de-force of my design work: 3D printed folding-wing VTOL aircraft design I've made from scratch. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
Major project of mine, a tour-de-force of my design work: 3D printed folding-wing VTOL aircraft design I've made from scratch. Visit here for the full info & documentation! Currently working on the parts list, print guide, assembly instructions, flight documentation, etc! It's changing fast so managing all that work in one place is crucial, and so for now it's here! Are you a developer or moderator for ArduPilot? Amazing, thank you for your work– but you're all banned from my discord and may not have this full design of mine until this issue is resolved. ------ Update 2025-04-09: Maiden forward flight success! Flew incredibly. Made a short YouTube video and IG post. Also added a few missing things to the Parts list! Next steps are quad-mode dialing-in and then transitions. 2025-04-04 Updat…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. AeroFold: Folding VTOL 1.6m Plane is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by t4obrien.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by t4obrien, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.
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