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The Lighter Side of RC

The Lighter Side of RC

Check out this RC Snoopy Red Baron flying doghouse. Don’t miss the head turning, a nice touch. It looks to be built around a quadcopter, and it’s hard not to smile when you see Snoopy flying by with his scarf blowing in the wind. Thanks to a longtime MAN reader for sharing this super fun […]
Mid-Flight Malfunction – Nice Save!

Mid-Flight Malfunction – Nice Save!

Sometimes things go wrong mid-flight, it happens to the best of us. Check out this great video of a very good-looking scale Hawker Sea Fury having a landing gear malfunction and the super save at the end. Nice piloting, Reima!
From Triumph to Tragedy

From Triumph to Tragedy

MAN contributor Chris Wolfe, aka the “RC Geek” on YouTube, takes us on an emotional ride with his brand new B-58 Hustler. From the title, you can probably guess what happens on the maiden flight. But watch to the end to see how Chris tries to figure out what exactly went wrong. We’ve all been […]
Huge C-160 complete with RC tug!

Huge C-160 complete with RC tug!

One way to get attention on the flightline is to show up with a giant-scale C-160 and tow it onto the runway! Check out this fun video of this impressive beast. We were not able to confirm the wingspan and weight, but this is certainly a big boy. Any guesses on the specs?
Power on Demand: Build a Portable Charging Station!

Power on Demand: Build a Portable Charging Station!

A portable charging station is one of the most important pieces of equipment for anyone who flies electric aircraft, and while there are some nice commercial units on the market, I prefer something more compact and designed to my specs. Here, we’ll cover a simple procedure for installing an AC power supply, a charger, and […]
Remote ID Update – Spektrum SkyID

Remote ID Update – Spektrum SkyID

Tim McKay is back with another Remote ID update (every RC pilot’s favorite hot topic) and the newly announced Spektrum SkyID module. This module is still under development, but is planned to be out by Sept 16th, 2023 at a cost of under $100. Get the latest news from Tim!
26 RC Plane Trends That Died!

26 RC Plane Trends That Died!

Are these trends that died or are you keeping any of these alive? This video from YouTube channel Tail Heavy Productions has everything from supercharged 4-stroke and fuel-injected glow engines to snap roll switches on a transmitter and other RC related items you may have long forgotten about. Check the video and let us know […]
Nostalgia and more at the National Model Aviation Museum!

Nostalgia and more at the National Model Aviation Museum!

Aside from its national headquarters building and many flying sites, one of the must see stops at the National Aeromodeling Center is the National Model Aviation Museum. The museum is a walk back through the history of all facets of model aviation including free-flight, control line, and of course, radio control. There’s even an old […]
And now for some Remote ID good news …

And now for some Remote ID good news …

Tim McKay once again provides the RC pilot community with a Remote ID update. As part of the FAA’s new remote ID ruling, all RC aircraft flying after Sept. 16, 2023 need remote ID electronics installed in the model aircraft or drone. The one exception is recreational RC airplanes flying in an FAA-approved FRIA. Learn […]
A-10 Warthog with real(istic) guns!

A-10 Warthog with real(istic) guns!

This 1/5.8-scale A-10 Warthog goes the extra mile with an inflight guns effect. This beauty has a sizable wingspan of 9 feet and 11 inches and is powered by two B100F turbines. It’s already a good-looking aircraft but with the added effect of a working revolver cannon mounted up front, this one is a showstopper! […]
Skymaster XXL F-14 Tomcat

Skymaster XXL F-14 Tomcat

Do big planes fly better? Check out this video of the 11.33-foot-long Skymaster XXL F-14 and decide for yourself!
Build a 3D-Printed RC Plane

Build a 3D-Printed RC Plane

Follow along with Youtuber KendinYap as he builds a 3D-printed RC plane. In this video, he takes you through the step-by-step process of piecing the plane together and installing a glow engine. If you want to get into 3D-printing planes, KendinYap is a great YouTube channel to follow as also includes links to his plans […]
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