SEN 3397

1. All-Tee V2 update
2. More on the F1B Experiment
3. Web site hits

 

All-Tee V2 update
From: Allard Van Wallene

Dear all,
A major update of the All-Tee firmware and app is now released for both iOS (Apple devices) and Android. Ismail Keskin has developed the new app and managed to solve the Bluetooth issues which occurred when other Bluetooth devices were close. The EDIC certification approval is also done and will be published on the relevant EDIC website.
The app can be found in the App Store for Apple devices (iPhone and iPad):
https://apps.apple.com/tr/app/all-tee-v2/id6755655236?l=tr
and Play Store (Android devices) under ‘All-Tee V2’.
https://play.google.com/store/search?q=All-Tee%20V2&c=apps&hl=en
The app has some pre-recorded flights so you  can already play with the different functions.

The All-Tee requires a firmware update to be compatible with the new app (contact [email protected] or via Messenger). There might be already some pilots who have the hardware required for performing the upgrade. It takes a few seconds to update the firmware.

The upgrade has received positive feedback from tenths of pilots already using it. Notably:

-Bluetooth communication issues solved
-Bluetooth access to All-Tee is PIN code protected
-Flushing of memory by app, which links time and GPS coordinates to the flight data. Green flashing led no longer needs to be shown to time keeper. (provided the device running the app has a GPS fix and correct time set).
-Upload of flight to the ‘About Time’ server allows contest director to check the flight in case of disputes (data will show flight data, time and GPS position)
-Magnet no longer required (this function is now disabled) so All-Tee can now be safely positioned close to a servo or other magnetic source.
-Improved automatic launch and landing detection and flight time calculation.
-Each flight has an unique number assigned to it. So ‘old’ flights cannot be used.
-All existing All-Tee hardware versions are fully compatible, only a firmware upgrade is required.

The All-Tee requires a firmware update to be compatible with the new app (contact [email protected] or Allard van Wallene via Messengern for the manual). All-Tees can also be ordered and will be ready for delivery well in time before the start of the next season. Of course they will have the latest firmware.

Regards
Allard

More on the F1B Experiment
From: Walter Ghio  and Mike Woodhouse

Mike,
Roger may not be aware that you have written an article for the SYMPO about F1B rubber motors.  Just some info for Roger.

Walt
Roger

In reply to the comments in SEN

The Great F1B Experiment
Reading the latest SEN, it appears that Walt Ghio and I have managed to rattle a few cages—the pebble we dropped in the pond has certainly created some ripples! It’s encouraging to see that the message has been noticed.
In my paper, I suggested that there is a viable alternative to reducing the allowable rubber weight for F1B. The proposal focused on competition management—specifically addressing the real issue: air picking and the launch window. A reduction in rubber weight, if implemented, would only make that problem worse.
It’s gratifying to see that many flyers have taken the time to read and consider the idea. And for those inclined toward conspiracy theories—no, I was not the one generating all those page hits!
In conclusion, I believe it is clear that we need an alternative solution to motor weight reduction.

Michael J Woodhouse

Fab Feb Web Hits
Below is a list of the entries on te Fab Feb 2026 section of the SEN Web site. Note that item about the Ghio F1B experiment had got more hits than everything else.  We jokingly suggested that Mike may have boosted the count, but that probably was not the case
The Web site is https://sen.faifreeflight.org

Fab Feb 2026

Title                                    Hits
FAI Model Supply Rubber at Fab Feb         40
Fab Feb Sign Up 2026                      140
North American Cup 2026                    88
2026 F1E California Cup                   122
Summary of Fab Feb 2026 Events            208
Kiwi World Cup 2026 and FAI Mini Events   162
The Great F1B Experiment                  624
Coming Soon                                15

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