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Static Scale Hamilton Standard 3-blade propeller — Part 7

Static Scale Hamilton Standard 3-blade propeller — Part 7

Well we finally finished this beautiful scale accessory. When it comes to scale RC planes, the biggest thing that ruins the scale looks of the plane is the smaller than scale flying propeller. Many warbird pilots will at least paint their props the correct color and add the yellow safety prop tips, but if you […]
Static Scale Propeller — Part 6

Static Scale Propeller — Part 6

I finally got back to my Static Scale 3-blade Hamilton Standard propeller for my upcoming Top Flite Corsair project, and I finished off the prop hub detailing! This is fairly easy but the results, though not museum scale quality, are more than acceptable for stand off scale. Here’s what I did. (Above) this is where […]
Airopult: Just Plane Safe

Airopult: Just Plane Safe

Contributor Frank Tiano shares some news about a new plane-restraint device that makes starting your engine a safer and more relaxed experience. “Back in September 2010 Stuart Baker called me to discuss a new gizmo/tool, for RC model airplanes he was developing, and encouraged my opinion. After viewing some original concepts I told him I […]
Italian TOC Champion: Alexander Balzer

Italian TOC Champion: Alexander Balzer

Flying a Hangar 3.1m  Sukhoi SU-26MM powered by a Desert Aircraft DA200 and using a Futaba T14MZ transmitter, Austrian Alexander Balzer has won the Italian Tournament of Champions. Roger Forgues writes, “The Italian TOC took place in the superb Argentario Polo Club’s field. The flying area is a huge lawn. The club house has all […]
If you could have only 1 RC model…

If you could have only 1 RC model…

It’s time to put your thinking cap on! If you could have only 1 RC model for the rest of your life, what would it be? Chime in on our FACEBOOK PAGE, YOUTUBE PAGE, or in the comments section below.
Build a Ford Trimotor!

Build a Ford Trimotor!

Another amazing construction article from the master of lightweight scale flyers, Pat Tritle, this time it his impressive Ford Trimotor. Designed for three electric motors and a single 2S LiPo battery pack, this impressive build-it-your-self plan set is now available at AirAgeStore.com , ahead of the article in the September issue of Electric Flight. Easy […]
Rocket Powered RC Airplanes — Good Fun or Big Problem?

Rocket Powered RC Airplanes — Good Fun or Big Problem?

Since the early 1990s there have been many RC hobbists enjoying themselves trying to combine the thrill of model rocketry with the control and larger size of RC airplanes. The most popular was the old Aerotech Phoenix RC rocket glider, and the internet is full of projects being worked on even today. When it comes […]
The Radio Control Show 160

The Radio Control Show 160

This week on The Radio Control Show we take a look at an RC plane that goes a little too far and ends up crashing into the water, a scratch built T-34 Mentor, bloopers, and much more. See the full video in the player below:
What’s your latest RC Purchase?

What’s your latest RC Purchase?

It’s time for the question of the day. What was your latest RC purchase? Join the discussion in the comments section below or on YouTube!
Top Gun 2012 Video Interview Page

Top Gun 2012 Video Interview Page

Teaming up a great scale builder with a great pilot is a sure recipe for success at an event like Top Gun. Get the inside scoop on how aerobatic champ John Glezellis turned “scale” to fly Mark Frankel’s T-34 Beechcraft to place in Team this year.  We also have an interview with Mike Gross, who had the […]
The Radio Control Show 159

The Radio Control Show 159

We’re back with an all new episode of The Radio Control Show. This week we interview Mike Selby on his A-6E Intruder. What an amazing RC aircraft. You have to check this out.
The Radio Control Show 158

The Radio Control Show 158

This week, we interview Mr. Top Gun, Dave Wigley, the legendary George Barris, and much more. Don’t miss out! A new show comes out every Friday! View this week’s episode in the player below:
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