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Mambo

Mambo

August Bruno of Berthoud, CO, writes,   “The attached photo is a Mambo Encore scratch built from Rich Uravitch plans obtained through the MAN plan service (plan # FSP 1006A).  Guidance is provided by Futaba (3 channels) with power supplied by an OS .15 CV-A engine.  Covering is transparent Monokote/21st Century Fabric. This little gal is […]
Swoose

Swoose

                  Frank Maguire of South Portland, ME, writes, “I’ve built many planes from your plans, and I’m attaching a photo of my second “Swoose,” built from plan # FSP10892. In the instructions Nick Ziroli tells us that this plane needs a pound of lead in the nose […]
Wild Thing 40

Wild Thing 40

Tom Knoblauch of San Antonio, TX, writes, “Here is a picture of my second Wild Thing 40 for the Great Builders Bash. It is powered by an O.S. .32 w/ a 9×6 APC prop and Tru-Turn spinner. Guidance is via a Futaba 8U, standard servos. Covering is Monocote in fluorescent pink and fluorescent green. The […]
Junkers J-10 Tin Donkey

Junkers J-10 Tin Donkey

                      Edward Wentworth from Canton, Ohio, built this Junkers J-10 Tin Donkey from plan #FSP0100A. It’s powered by a Zenoah G38, uses a Futaba radio, and has Solartex covering.
The Hots

The Hots

Gordon Brechinn of Surrey, B.C. Canada, writes, “In response to your January 2008 MAN editorial asking for pictures of models made from MAN Plans, I am sending you a picture of our HOTS Plan #FSP02932. These were made in May 1993 from the same plan set and if I remember correctly I cut the parts for […]
Canadair

Canadair

                    Steve Paulson writes, “Enclosed are photo’s of several planes built from your plans.   The plans are great projects, and they are easy to read and understand.  I have had both in the air, but experienced problems with one engine cutting out early and causing a […]
Fokker DVII

Fokker DVII

                Neil Marfell writes, “Plan FSP 1003A used to constuct Fokker D7, using Magnum 30 four stroke and Futaba CAP7 radio. Covering in Solartex.”  
Variable-Pitch Gas Prop

Variable-Pitch Gas Prop

This new propeller system from Eddie Weeks will not only allow the pilot to change the pitch of the propeller during flight, but it is the only full reversible pitch propeller available for a 100cc gas engine. This will allow maneuvers never seen before on giant scale aircraft. Also tests are underway with the Futaba GV-1 governor to have a true constant speed propeller. It costs $650.

SPECS: Forward Thrust: 36 lbs Reverse Thrust: 27 lbs Weight: 860 g (1.89 lbs) Requires 2 x >250 oz servos

Futaba 12-channel 2.4GHz radio

Futaba 12-channel 2.4GHz radio

Taking 12-channel control to a new level! Futaba’s new 12FG radio combines the unmatched precision of 2048 resolution with the groundbreaking advantages of Futaba’s proven FASST 2.4GHz system. This is the radio for discerning R/C pilots who insist on state-of-the-art features and functions for the most precise control imaginable. And because it’s from Futaba, you […]
Futaba 6EX 2.4GHz Radios

Futaba 6EX 2.4GHz Radios

**FUTABA 6EX 2.4GHz AIR/HELI RADIO SYSTEMS New 6EX FASST system radios now include servos! The 6EX computerized radio, which already boasts many state-of-the-art functions and all of the advantages of FASST technology, now includes servos for an added level of convenience. The S3004 Standard Servo is ideal for airplanes, while the S3001 Precision Servo is […]
Model Airplane News - RC Airplane News | FUTABA 10C 2.4GHz FASST SYSTEM

FUTABA 10C 2.4GHz FASST SYSTEM

Everything a pro-level flier wants in a radio.   Some radios focus on one category of aircraft – at the expense of others, but the 10C offers exceptional features for all types of aircraft with the same incredibly easy programming Futaba radios are famous for!  Unique programming to the 10C features:  Heli swash plate parameters, […]
Futaba 10C 10-Channel FASST Computer System

Futaba 10C 10-Channel FASST Computer System

Futaba 10C 10-Channels FASST Computer System   It’s s the perfect sport system for the value oriented pilot; one that offers far more than you’d expect for less than you’d ever imagine. It gives you features formerly found only on Futaba’s most advanced systems: intuitive Dial ‘n Key programming; joystick navigation; basic and Advanced menus; […]
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