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Easy RV-4 Makeover

Longtime MAN contributor Carl Layden wanted a plane that would stand out on the flightline, but he didn’t have the time to custom-build a model from scratch. His solution was to dress up an ARF and make it a unique flyer. Here’s his story. If you have been around the hobby for a long time, […]

Dromida Ocular 120 RTF 120mm FPV Drone [VIDEO]

From Dromida: Go with the flow – the Optical Flow – with the Ocular FPV! Optical Flow technology and Altitude Hold give you confidence-boosting stability for flying and hovering without GPS. True-Stick Control matches the drone’s movements to the direction you move the sticks. Low-latency Wi-Fi lets you shoot fast-moving flights with top-notch results. All […]

Horizon Hobby RC Fest Rocked!

We had a blast at the Horizon RC Fest this weekend! With jets, aerobats, night-flying, fireworks and even rock crawlers and racers on the dirt track, it was a fun-filled celebration of radio control. Thanks to the team at Horizon for all of their hard work to ensure that everyone had a terrific time! Check […]

Easy RC Airplane Engine Testing — Keeping it Cheap and Safe!

When ever I test run and adjust a new engine, I prefer to set it up on a sturdy test stand/table instead of on the model airplane. Here is my Zenoah GT-80, 80cc twin-cylinder gasoline engine for my Fokker Triplane that I am test running. Fuel tank (and smoke oil tank) are installed and the throttle […]

FMS Kingfisher 1400mm PNP

Get ready for some lakeside action with this user-friendly aircraft. Here’s the intel from FMS: Following the popularity of the FMS Super EZ V2, FMS is thrilled to offer a multi-role trainer—the 1400mm Kingfisher. With simple assembly, ease of control and stability, plus great performance, the Kingfisher is ideal for beginners. With the beginner pilot in mind, […]

FMS Votec 322 1.4m

From FMS: The Votec 322 is a Swiss two-seat low-wing monoplane based on the Rihn DR-107/DR-109 One Design and designed for amateur construction by MSW Aviation of Wohlen. The FMS Votec 322 1400mm aerobatic model adopts the streamlined design and scale Hamilton color scheme of its full-scale counterpart. High-torque digital servos ensure that its large […]

FMS F-16C Fighting Falcon PNP, 70mm Fan

From FMS: The Lockheed Martin F-16C Fighting Falcon is a multirole fighter aircraft originally developed by General Dynamics for the United States Air Force (USAF). As this already versatile weapons platform earned the title of air superiority day fighter, it confidently evolved into a successful all-weather multirole aircraft. Over 4,500 aircraft have been built since […]

FMS F-18F Super Hornet PNP, 70mm

From FMS: The F/A-18F Super Hornet is a tandem-seat, carrier-capable, multirole fighter and attack aircraft based on the proven McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet. The Super Hornet first flew in 1995 and entered service with the United States Navy in 1999 as the replacement for the aging Grumman F-14 Tomcat. The FMS 70mm F/A-18F Super Hornet […]

Force RC Aire-Batix 1.4m PNP [VIDEO]

From Horizon Hobby: The Force RC® Aire-Batix™ 1.4m sport plane is a high-wing model designed to be durable with powerful performance focused on fun. Bolt-together construction means that no glue is required so you can get airborne in no time at all. Lightweight EPO foam construction allows its hollow-core structure to provide excellent strength and […]

FMS BAE Hawk Red Arrow 80mm EDF PNP

From FMS: The British Red Arrows, known as the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, is the official display team of the RAF and based at RAF Scampton. The team was formed in late 1964 as an all-RAF team and initially equipped with Foland Gnat trainers inherited from the RAF Yellowjacks display team. The switch to […]

Blade Vortex 230 Mojo BNF Basic

From Blade: A Cutting-Edge Partnership In the world of the First-Person View experience, ImmersionRC has lead the way with technology that’s easy to integrate with model aircraft. Combined with the great aircraft offered by Horizon Hobby brands, FPV is rising in popularity exponentially. The Blade® Vortex 230 Mojo BNF® Basic is another example of how […]

Rezo Camera Micro Drone RTF [VIDEO]

From Horizon Hobby: Anyone can fly, flip and capture photos and videos with the Revolution® Rezo™ micro camera drone. Unlike other entry-level drones, the Rezo drone features innovative altitude hold, automatic takeoff and automatic landing technologies that make it easy for anyone to fly, plus the built-in camera can record videos and take still photos. […]