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Next Level 650mm Quadcopter

Jan 04, 2013 No Comments

When we first looked at the Next Level 650mm Quadcopter from Innov8tive Designs, we knew we had to have one. This aircraft would be the perfect platform to shoot some great low-level aerial photos and videos during event coverage. Now I am not a helicopter pilot, I only fly aircraft with wings, but I was [...]

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World’s Fastest UAV: 248mph!

Jan 03, 2013 3 Comments

South Korea unveiled its latest unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that is the world’s fastest and also the world’s first remote-controlled aircraft capable of taking off and landing vertically. The aircraft has “tilt rotors,” meaning its rotary wings tilt, giving it a helicopter-like capability to vertically take off and land when its wings are facing upward, and [...]

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Tech Tip: 2.4GHz Antenna Placement

Dec 27, 2012 No Comments

In this video tech tip of the week, John Reid explains how properly positioning your 2.4GHz antennae in your aircraft will ensure a strong, stable signal for every flight.

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Flyzone Millenium Master

Dec 07, 2012 1 Comment

The Millennium Master would make an excellent second aileron airplane after a new RC pilot masters his first or second trainer. Its performance and maneuverability will delight any sport pilot looking for a sleek, scale-looking airplane. Check out this in-flight video with reviewer Bob Labriola.

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Build an Easy-to-Assemble Sport Biplane

Dec 04, 2012 50 Comments

Although author Rick Michelana likes the looks of a giant-scale biplane, he didn’t want to have to spend almost an hour setting it up at the field. His sport biplane is built-up with foam wings and covered in fiberglass, and it uses landing gear, wheel pants, and a cowl from an ARF model. See how [...]

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Hotshot Landings

Nov 28, 2012 6 Comments

Looking for a new way to impress your buddies at the flying field? This hotshot move should do it!   In this video, Rocky McCarter shares how to perform an inverted landing approach with a half roll. Check it out, and don’t miss “Aerobatics Made Easy” columnist John Glezellis’s detailed flight technique article in the March [...]

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Alien Aircraft Stearman PT-17

Nov 26, 2012 No Comments

The Alien Aircraft Stearman PT-17 is a kit-built plane that looks great and has excellent flight performance. Check out this in-flight video with reviewer Rick Bell.

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30% OFF BOOKS, PLANS & MORE!

Nov 21, 2012 No Comments

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