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Ford Trimotor: A classic 1920s airliner that’s a real showstopper
My 1/20-scale Ford Trimotor has a 46 3/4-inch wingspan, which works out just right, since 6-inch propellers are scale size, and are just what the E-flite 250 outrunner motors require with a 2S LiPo battery. It features plug-in outer wing panels, with the wing center section (with the nacelles and landing gear) remaining in place on the fuselage. Only the aileron servo leads need to be disconnected for transport. Control is full-house 4-channel with four...
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