North American Aviation had already produced one of the most iconic fighter planes ever built during WW II: the P-51 Mustang. When the U.S. needed a...
In competition aerobatics, we’re concerned only about the execution of the maneuver, period. For example, loops must be perfectly round and centered, and precision is the...
When you decide to build a scale RC model airplane kit, you’ll need to make many decisions, from the type of plane you want to build...
Use an automatic center punch, suitably ground to produce the correct rivet shape, to dimple rivet heads on the reverse side of the material being used....
The editors at Model Airplane News have pulled together what’s new in the world of RC airplanes so that all pilots have what they need on...
Wiring wings I’ve tried several techniques for fishing wires through wings until I stumbled upon using the beaded style ceiling lamp pull chains. These weighted chains...
Jason Hill of Houston, Texas had one of the most unique aircraft flown at this year’s Jets Over Kentucky, and for a change it wasn’t turbine-powered...
F-4 Phantom II Roger Hecht, Tehachapi, California The Phantom was built by Roger and his son Brent using Model Airplane News plans and a laser-cut kit...
Associated with the famous Joe Nall Fly-In, volunteers of the Triple Tree Aerodrome do everything in a big way. Without question, member Mark Davidson is no...
When finishing scale RC models, it can be difficult to find the proper decals you need for a specific project. Sure, there are plenty of vinyl...
Using flaps on a giant-scale model will drastically change its flight characteristics. Using flaps throughout your landing approach will help you set up the proper landing...
How many times have you heard it? “I crashed my plane because the battery died!” Monitor your battery packs while charging them and then use a...