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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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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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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 start racing, even sailboats become fun and competitive! To that end, FMS has decided to re-release their 1100mm P-51 Mustangs in four classic Reno Racing schemes that are sure […]
1100mm Mustang Racers – Get in the Winners’ Circle With These Speed Machines!
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 start racing, even sailboats become fun and competitive! To that end, FMS has decided to re-release their 1100mm P-51 Mustangs in four classic Reno Racing schemes that are sure […]
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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