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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 Model 11AC, powered by a 65hp engine. With cruise speeds in the 85 to 90mph range, the 11AC had a top speed of 100mph. The defining feature of the […]
Aeronca Chief – A Stick-and-Tissue Classic With Electric Power
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 Model 11AC, powered by a 65hp engine. With cruise speeds in the 85 to 90mph range, the 11AC had a top speed of 100mph. The defining feature of the […]
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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 you want to use a prop you have on hand? Will a prop that’s just slightly larger or smaller have noticeably lower performance? Maybe you prefer to fly with […]
PROPELLER ESSENTIALS – Fine-tune your power system like a pro!
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 you want to use a prop you have on hand? Will a prop that’s just slightly larger or smaller have noticeably lower performance? Maybe you prefer to fly with […]
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Regardless of your model’s color, adding some visual surface detail helps your plane gain depth and realism. Here’s how I added a touch of detail to the all-blue scheme of a giant-scale Top Flite F4U Corsair ARF with some basic techniques and supplies. The technique for applying panel lines with a pen has been around for a long time, but fine, felt-tip pens really make the task simple. First, clean the surface of your plane and really degrease it so the ink will last. You also need some flexible, straightedge rulers, and some basic templates to make small panels and […]
Easy Rivets & Details – Quick and simple ways to add realism to your ARF warbird
Regardless of your model’s color, adding some visual surface detail helps your plane gain depth and realism. Here’s how I added a touch of detail to the all-blue scheme of a giant-scale Top Flite F4U Corsair ARF with some basic techniques and supplies. The technique for applying panel lines with a pen has been around for a long time, but fine, felt-tip pens really make the task simple. First, clean the surface of your plane and really degrease it so the ink will last. You also need some flexible, straightedge rulers, and some basic templates to make small panels and […]
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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 a control-line model. It is very neat, but can also be quite demanding on the airframe (especially the rudder control surface). During a flat turn, the model yaws with […]
Fly the Upright Flat Turn – 6 easy steps to success
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 a control-line model. It is very neat, but can also be quite demanding on the airframe (especially the rudder control surface). During a flat turn, the model yaws with […]
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Uber craftsman Greg Hahn scratch-built this masterpiece replica of the Hansa-Brandenburg in 1/3 scale. The huge plane has a wingspan of 13 feet and is powered by a DLE-85 2-cycle gas engine. Greg flies his Hansa-Brandenburg with a Futaba 32MZ radio system. The Hansa-Brandenburg B.I/C.I, also known as the Type LDD, was a two-seat, communal […]
Hansa-Brandenburg C.I – Giant scratch-built recon biplane
Uber craftsman Greg Hahn scratch-built this masterpiece replica of the Hansa-Brandenburg in 1/3 scale. The huge plane has a wingspan of 13 feet and is powered by a DLE-85 2-cycle gas engine. Greg flies his Hansa-Brandenburg with a Futaba 32MZ radio system. The Hansa-Brandenburg B.I/C.I, also known as the Type LDD, was a two-seat, communal […]
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Spitfire Mk. XI Murray Covello, Orchard Park, New York Murray started with a Top Flite kit to create this photo reconnaissance variant from the UK’s 16 Squadron. He modified the rudder, retractable tailwheel, and carburetor scoop and mounted an oblique RunCam behind the cockpit. His Spitfire is powered by a Rimfire-80 brushless motor, 6-cell 5000mAh […]
Pilot Projects – October 2022
Spitfire Mk. XI Murray Covello, Orchard Park, New York Murray started with a Top Flite kit to create this photo reconnaissance variant from the UK’s 16 Squadron. He modified the rudder, retractable tailwheel, and carburetor scoop and mounted an oblique RunCam behind the cockpit. His Spitfire is powered by a Rimfire-80 brushless motor, 6-cell 5000mAh […]
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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 can be a daunting task to pick the right one for your application. For a few years I have been using 3D printing and design for my RC aircraft, […]
Product Review: MatterHackers Creality3D CR-10S Pro – A 3D printer for one-piece wings and more!
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 can be a daunting task to pick the right one for your application. For a few years I have been using 3D printing and design for my RC aircraft, […]
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Spektrum’s Smart batteries, chargers, and Avian speed controls are an evolution in technology, with data cables in their IC connectors that provide access to a plethora of useful information as well as programming capability. I reviewed the Spektrum S2200 Smart charger in May 2022, and it has taken the place of honor as my primary […]
Spektrum RC S155 G2 Smart Charger
Spektrum’s Smart batteries, chargers, and Avian speed controls are an evolution in technology, with data cables in their IC connectors that provide access to a plethora of useful information as well as programming capability. I reviewed the Spektrum S2200 Smart charger in May 2022, and it has taken the place of honor as my primary […]
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What a milestone! The Delaware R/C club just held its 30th annual Warbirds Over Delaware (WOD) event. Hosted at the Lums Pond State Park in Bear, Delaware, the event is scheduled on the third weekend in July, and has become the premier giant-scale RC military airpower event. Shortly after Model Airplane News started covering WOD, […]
Military Might! – 30th Annual Warbirds Over Delaware
What a milestone! The Delaware R/C club just held its 30th annual Warbirds Over Delaware (WOD) event. Hosted at the Lums Pond State Park in Bear, Delaware, the event is scheduled on the third weekend in July, and has become the premier giant-scale RC military airpower event. Shortly after Model Airplane News started covering WOD, […]
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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 shrink will keep the connections from slipping and going out of trim or at worst, resulting loss of control. Add dab of silicone on the screws as an extra […]
HOBBY HACKS – October 2022
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 shrink will keep the connections from slipping and going out of trim or at worst, resulting loss of control. Add dab of silicone on the screws as an extra […]
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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 McDevitt’s and Mike Wolvin’s latest creation is a showstopper that looks as good in the pits as it does in flight. It’s a CARF-Models Corsair modified to the scheme […]
“Lucky Gallon” Corsair – Stunning replica of the 1946 air racer
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 McDevitt’s and Mike Wolvin’s latest creation is a showstopper that looks as good in the pits as it does in flight. It’s a CARF-Models Corsair modified to the scheme […]
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