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Charging Dos and Dont’s

Charging Dos and Dont’s

Don’t let your battery get below the minimum voltage This is more of a flying issue than a charging problem, but it needed to be addressed, so here it is.   When flying, try not to let the battery drain until the speed control starts shutting off, because in most cases unless you changed it, […]
ElectriFly G-16 ARF

ElectriFly G-16 ARF

This great review will be in our October 2011 Model Airplane News magazine. Here’s the first look at this nice aircraft. Everyone instantly recognizes the F-16, as it is one of the U.S. Air Force’s most popular jet fighters. It’s a single engine multitask day weapon, and in its red, white and blue “YF-16 prototype” […]
WOD WW1 Gaggle Video 2011

WOD WW1 Gaggle Video 2011

video platform video management video solutions video player Gun Camera footage of WW1 RC Mass flight.  
WW II Aces: New Flight Journal Special Now Available

WW II Aces: New Flight Journal Special Now Available

The digital edition of WW II Aces is now available on the Members Only site! If you love WW II airplanes, you won’t be able to put down this special edition from the editors of Flight Journal! This collector’s issue is packed with the spellbinding stories and extraordinary photography that have made Flight Journal famous. […]
In memory of Mr. Keitaro Masusaka, Hirobo Ltd.

In memory of Mr. Keitaro Masusaka, Hirobo Ltd.

Model Rectifier Corporation, U.S. distributor of Hirobo products, announced with regret the passing of Mr. Keitaro Matsusaka, chairman of the board of directors of Hirobo Ltd.: Mr. Matsusaka’s vision and determination drove Hirobo to the pinnacle of success in both the automotive plastics and the manufacture of the worlds finest model helicopters. His insight and […]
Keep your Engine Running Right

Keep your Engine Running Right

 I’ve been selling, servicing and repairing model engines for close to 50 years. During that time, I have come across quite a few strange engine-related problems, but I recently came across one that I think I should share with you all because it was definitely a first for me. I had one of my […]
Top Notch Products Models Cessna 195: Scale buildalong, part 1

Top Notch Products Models Cessna 195: Scale buildalong, part 1

The Scale Squadron of Southern California, a club devoted to scale modeling and RC airplane fun have embarked on a new product review, the Cessna 195 from Top Notch Kits. The review is a group effort of several club members and is built, finished, and flown as a group. So the ideas expressed here are […]
HOW TO: TRIM YOUR ENGINE COWL

HOW TO: TRIM YOUR ENGINE COWL

9 EASY STEPS TO A PERFECT FIT The engine cowl on this .60-size Lanier Stinger fits perfectly around the engine. Follow the nine easy steps outllned below, and your engine cowl will fit this nicely. Making cutouts in a fiberglass engine cowl has always been difficult for me. I used to zip through a plane’s […]
Big attendence for the Prado IMAC contest!

Big attendence for the Prado IMAC contest!

Over the 4 of July weekend the Prado IMAC contest kicked off with a record 46 registered pilots this year, which is a great turnout for a contest that is only in its second year.  To give you a comparison consider this, the U.S. Nats “IMAC” portion had 35 pilots and an average throughout the […]
Flyzone Sensei Trainer

Flyzone Sensei Trainer

With this new trainer, you can be flight-ready in minutes! Because it’s made of AeroCell foam, Sensei is lightweight and durable, and it’s easy to repair in case of a not-so-gentle landing. It comes with everything you need to get airborne, including an installed brushless motor, 30A speed control and 5 installed microservos. The 58-inch-span […]
Wheel pants: how to line it up

Wheel pants: how to line it up

By Brian Lewis  We very seldom give much thought to the wheel pants, but they add a very distinctive look to any aircraft and the minute they break off, we realize just how great they looked. Here are some tips to keep them in place and looking good. ■ If you have to drill out […]
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