John Reid


Battery Tip, out at the field

Battery Tip, out at the field

Here is an image of how the battery power plug is made. As you can see it is a rather simple set-up and easy construction with some wire and two female and one male Dean’s plug.  There is wire going across the pull plug to make the connection, but if you want less sticking out […]
SebArt WindS 110 is in the air!

SebArt WindS 110 is in the air!

Well, this was a good weekend; I got to fly the SebArt WindS 110!  I have to say that it flies great, very smooth with good control throughout all the maneuvers I put it through. This is just a fun plane to fly.  Look for my complete review on this aircraft in the September issue […]
CHOOSING A MOTOR, SPEED CONTROL & BATTERY PACK: TAKING OUT THE MYSTERY

CHOOSING A MOTOR, SPEED CONTROL & BATTERY PACK: TAKING OUT THE MYSTERY

  A power system’s key components: brushless outrunner motor, ESC and battery pack. When matched and running efficiently, they produce a lot of power. For many, E-power is a sort of mystery, but we all know that it’s a clean, very quiet power source- attributes that appeal to many flying clubs whose members worry about […]
Fly The Blender

Fly The Blender

Although the blender is one of the most dramatic 3D maneuvers, it actually predates 3D flight. I remember seeing variations of it done more than a dozen years ago, and it was even described in the manuals of some aerobatic-model kits that I designed for Midwest Products back in the mid-’90s. The basic maneuver existed […]
Charging at 2 or 3C, great electric tip

Charging at 2 or 3C, great electric tip

Here is another good tip that comes from my friend Albert Tejera who own www.TMEnet.com. Albert is an enthusiastic flyer and just an all-around good guy. This tip for all you guys who fly electrics which is a lot of people. Remember never go more than 1C unless the battery manufacturer recommends it. How do […]
Slowest Blackbird flight

Slowest Blackbird flight

This is a great story. “What was the slowest you ever flew the Blackbird?” Brian Shul, Retired SR-71 Pilot, via Plane and Pilot Magazine As a former SR-71 pilot, and a professional keynote speaker, the question I’m most often asked is “How fast would that SR-71 fly?”  I can be assured of hearing that question […]
SebArt WindS 110e is almost ready

SebArt WindS 110e is almost ready

My SebArt WindS 110e is on the bench just waiting to fly.  This kit was a very quick build and the part fit was the best of any plane I have done before.  We are planning to take it out this week for photos and flight videos.   Stay tune for some flight shots and […]
You will soon see the Rhapsody in Electric Flight

You will soon see the Rhapsody in Electric Flight

This review will soon be in the new issue of Electric Flgiht, going to newsstands soon. SPECIFICATIONS Name of plane:  E-flite Rhapsody 25 Manufacturer:  E-flite (e-fliterc.com) Distributor: Horizon Hobby Type: Sport Biplane Length: 39 in. Wingspan: 47 in. Wing area: 530 Sq. In. Weight: 4lbs 13.5 oz. Wing loading: 21 oz. sq./ft. Motor req’d: Power […]
The new AeroWorks Edge 30cc

The new AeroWorks Edge 30cc

You will see this beauty in the next issue of Model Airplane News, but now you can get a glimpse of it.  Here are some Specs on it. Name of plane: Edge 540 Distributor: Aeroworks Type: 30cc Aerobatic plane Length: 70 in. Wingspan: 74 in. Wing area: 980 sq. in. Weight: 177 oz. Wing loading: […]
This has got to be an “E” ticket ride!

This has got to be an “E” ticket ride!

they say that it is the guy with the yellow flags in front of the landing pad that makes it all possible………………… but i still think that pilot is the MAN! Imagine catching up to a ship moving into the wind at 20kts with a gusty 30 knot headwind and gusts moving over the cabin at 50+ […]
The Tail Feathers

Name that plane

Can you name this plane from these two images?  It will soon be appearing in an issue of Model Airplane News.  Now this is a classic plane that is really popular and many pilots would love to have it sitting in their hangar.  The Full size version comes in a single or two seater and you can […]
Something old is now new!

Something old is now new!

Here is a sneak peek of the new BH Models Wild Hots, this is re-make of an old RC design, but as you can see it is still an outstand plane.  New and improved electrics really help this plane fly like the designer probably envisioned it when it was on the drawing board. Check out […]
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