John Reid


The Big Jolt Videos

The Big Jolt Videos

I know you been looking for them, so here they are. I took these videos at the Big Jolt event down in Chino, CA. This event happened during three of the hottest days of the year; reportedly, the daytime highs were in the 108+ range.  All I can say is it was hot! video platform […]
The Big Jolt

The Big Jolt

Hey Gang, Tomorrow I will be heading out to the Big Jolt in Chino Hills, CA  at the Prado airpark. If you are in the area, be sure to stop by and say hi.  I will be the guy in the black shirt with the camera. let me know that you saw this post and […]
Why Your Wife/Girlfriend Hates RC Planes

Why Your Wife/Girlfriend Hates RC Planes

Going by the statistics and facts, RC is a male dominated hobby. RC appeals to guys, and a small percentage of females, but generally speaking (we mean 99%) this hobby is filled with guys. Guys who love to spend money, tinkering, building, and flying expensive RC Planes.  Women tend to enjoy other hobbies, and while […]
Stinger II, some images from our recent photo shoot.

Stinger II, some images from our recent photo shoot.

We just finished shooting this great looking plane.  The Stinger II is a smaller version of the Stinger that many of us remember from a few years back.  This plane was a great flyer back then, and with the new powerful motors and lighter weight equipment  the flying envelope has been improved. [slideshow id=153] [nggallery […]
Behind-The-Scenes at Model Airplane News

Behind-The-Scenes at Model Airplane News

Here is a sample shot of what I got to do all day today.  This is a photo of us working Behind-The-Scenes here at Model Airplane news. This is the work we are doing for our video series that coincides with some great flying articles by Dave Scott.  Today we are working on the P-Loop […]
RC Accents Servo Setup

RC Accents Servo Setup

We have a great article coming out on 14 tools you need in your shop and I have to say that i agree completely with this write up on the RC Accents Servo Setup.  Using a Servo Setup device really saves you some time and speeds up assembly. I also use the Hitec Servo Programmer […]
RCX: BE there!

RCX: BE there!

If you live in Chicago you need to check this out!! RCX Chicago is right around the corner! Don’t miss the fun and excitement at the Odeum Expo Center in Villa Park, Illinois on Saturday, August 6! The action is already heating up, with a Fly Me indoor arena where you can try your hand […]
Install a Bubble Canopy

Install a Bubble Canopy

Here is a great tip for installing a bubble canopy from Gerard Goepfert from Scottsdale, AZ. He is a member of the Scottsdale Model Flyers. Thanks Gerard! 1. To begin installing your bubble canopy cut it to shape as you would install it on the airplane, trace the outside shape of the canopy onto a […]
Eagle Tree’s new Standalone G-Force Sensors

Eagle Tree’s new Standalone G-Force Sensors

Have you ever wondered how many G’s you pulled in that last barrel roll or that hard pull on a pylon turn? Well now, you can see exactly how much force is on your plane during these maneuvers with the Eagle Tree G-Force meter.  This is the world’s first standalone G-Force meters for RC models. […]
Check out Warbirds over Delaware!

Check out Warbirds over Delaware!

Hey Gang, If you are a “Warbird Lover” and who isn’t? Be sure to check out our online coverage of the popular giant scale event. In its 2oth year, WOD is hosted by the Delaware RC Club at the Lums Pond State Park in Bear, DE. For the 2011 event, my good buddy Gerry Yarrish […]
SebArt WindS after 25 flights

SebArt WindS after 25 flights

Just a little update for all of you out there thinking about getting the SebArt Wind S, I have just finished flying its 25th flight and I can tell you all the flights have been just about perfect.  I found that the manufacturers recommend control throws were a little larger then what I wanted to […]
HOW TO: TRIM YOUR ENGINE COWL

HOW TO: TRIM YOUR ENGINE COWL

9 EASY STEPS TO A PERFECT FIT The engine cowl on this .60-size Lanier Stinger fits perfectly around the engine. Follow the nine easy steps outllned below, and your engine cowl will fit this nicely. Making cutouts in a fiberglass engine cowl has always been difficult for me. I used to zip through a plane’s […]
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