For many years, Russia has been developing a next-generation flying wing strategic bomber, the Tupolev PAK DA. A prototype aircraft reportedly may fly in 2024. The...
With the advent of 3D printing, there are a plethora of printers that can be purchased. Because of the number of printers to choose from, it...
Ampaire’s hybrid-electric EEL demonstrator—a converted Cessna 337—made a 1,633-NM record flight from Camarillo, California, to the EAA’s annual AirVenture event at Wittman Regional Airport, Oshkosh, Wisconsin,...
SECURING PUSHRODS Here’s a great way to secure pushrod ends using heat-shrink tubing. If the screw on the EZ connector happens to work loose, the heat...
This stand eliminates much of the bending and kneeling associated with operating R/C helicopters. It’s made of ½-inch plywood that has been screwed and glued together,...
Whether you’re playing with an RC airplane, car, or even a sailboat, eventually going solo can get a little boring. Add another person or two and...
Modelers often share a 12V auto battery, and this bus-bar system makes it easier to attach a charger. Two pieces of copper rod or pipe are...
First flown in 1945, the Aeronca Model- 11 Chief was powered by a 50hp engine. Then in 1946, an all-new Chief made its debut as the...
A familiar sight at the Cape Coral R/Sea Hawks field and in the winners’ circle at National Association of Scale Aeromodelers competitions around the country, Jim...
One of my favorite maneuvers of all time is the upright flat turn. With this maneuver, an RC pilot can make an RC aircraft fly like...
Choosing the right prop for your plane is usually as simple as following the recommendations of the plane, motor, or engine manufacturer. But what happens if...
The Pentagon is looking again at the potential of blended wing body (BWB) aircraft to meet its future tanker and transport requirements. The BWB design has...