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    Workshop Build-along — Douglas Skyraider Part 15 — Engine Installation

    If has been a while since we updated everyone on out Skyraider build-along so here’s newest post detailing the engine mount and installation for the 85-inch version of our Ziroli Skyraider. I always liked the removable, through the firewall setup for engine attachment as it makes it so much...
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    RC WORKS Hobby Shop Online Auction, McKinney, TX

    Rosen Systems has contacted us to let our readers know of the bankruptcy sale of RC WORKS. The hobby shop will be sold at Online Auction. Bidding Closes Tuesday, April 18. Preview is Monday, April 17, from 9 AM – 3 PM at 4100 S. Lake Forest Dr., Suite 330, McKinney, TX 75070 HUGE INVENTORY OF...
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    Phoenix Model Westland Lysander 1:4 ¾-Scale 50-61cc/EP ARF

    You won’t have any problems attracting attention when you show up at the field with the Phoenix Model 1:4 ¾ Scale Westland Lysander. The wing spans 126” — that’s 10-1/2 feet — and separates into two sections for easier transport. It delivers scale flight with gas or electric power. The...
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    Hangar 9’s 120cc Viking Model-12 Aerobatic Biplane — Test Flight Video

    Featured in the June issue of Model Airplane News, our cover plane, and the “Model of the Year” winner is the giant scale Hangar 9 120cc Viking Model-12. Be sure to check out our Premium Members Only site for a complete in detail Flight Test video. MODEL AIRPLANE NEWS PREMIUM members can...
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    Dazzling Lightning F2A

    The pilot of this 1/5-scale Lightning F2A, Luke Metcalf, says that he can’t relax while flying this giant and that she’s a “hands on model needing constant inputs and corrections,” adding, “She is not unpleasant to fly but looking at her in the air makes it workth the work load!” Built by Trond...
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    FMS Super EZ V2 RTF, 1220mm With Floats

    From FMS: Maintaining all the features of the original Super EZ, FMS introduces the Super EZ V2. Offering an upgraded motor and optional floats the new V2 will enrich your multi-purpose trainer collection. Like the original Super EZ, the V2 allows for very easy and smooth flights showing no...
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    Phoenix Model 1/7 P-51 Mustang .46-.55/EP ARF

    From Tower Hobbies: Sometimes, legends are made. With the P-51, North American Aviation gave the Greatest Generation the tool it needed to be truly great. Our radio controlled version is designed with reverent accuracy in mind—and ease for the builder. It’s packed with both scale detail and...
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    Phoenix Model Westland Lysander 1:4 ¾ 50-61cc/EP ARF

    From Tower Hobbies: You won’t have any problems attracting attention when you show up at the field with the Phoenix Model 1:4 ¾ Scale Westland Lysander. The wing spans 126” — that’s 10-1/2 feet — and separates into two sections for easier transport. It delivers scale flight with gas or electric...
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    Phoenix Model 1/7 P-51 Mustang .46-.55/EP ARF

    Sometimes, legends are made. With the P-51, North American Aviation gave the Greatest Generation the tool it needed to be truly great. Phoenix Model’s radio controlled version is designed with reverent accuracy in mind—and ease for the builder. It’s packed with both scale detail and flying...
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    Workshop Video Tip — Improve your ground handling — add the E/Z Brake kit

    A great accessory for RC pilots who fly off of smooth paved runways, or for those flying off of short flying fields, the E/Z Brake kit give you great stopping power. The Du-Bro E/Z Brake is also ideal for scale models allowing you to lock the wheels and then spool up yout engine then release...
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    The Ultimate Accessory for your Scale Airplane — Best Pilots’ Full-body pilots

    The name says it all. In our opinion, Lyle Vasser of Best Pilots is known for simply making the best-looking, most historically accurate pilot figures you can get anywhere. Most are approximately 1/5-scale and his scale reproductions are of actual WW II pilots including USMC Pappy Boyington...
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    Jeti Telemetry Sensor Fuel Flow MFlow2

    From Esprit Tech: Jeti Telemetry Fuel Flow MFlow2 T and G EX digital flow sensors measure the true fuel flow of gasoline or turbine jet fuel. The Jeti MFlow2 EX sensor allows you to set your “Low/High Fuel” alarms and gives you accurate reading of fuel consumption. Also allows you to setup...
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    Jeti Transmitter Bracket Handle

    From Esprit Tech: Jeti USA now offers a Handle to help you carry your Jeti Transmitter. Sometimes you just need a better grip on things, and now that is possible with the new Handle. Simply install it into your transmitter brackets! Available for DS and DC series transmitters. Works on the...
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    Futaba T6K V2 [VIDEO]

    From Futaba: The 6K tops the list for what should be in your hands when you take to the field. Precision engineering. Innovative design. Trusted quality. More flight modes. The list goes on… look no further. Visit FutabaRC.com See more posts about Futaba Model Airplane News - The #1 resource...
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    Road to Top Gun– James and Jesse Russell’s P-47 Thunderbolts

    Competing for the first time at Top Gun are the father/son team of James and Jesse Russell who will be competing separately in the Pro-Am Sport class. Shown in the opening photo, Jesse’s father’s airplane is a Yellow Aircraft design, and it is modeled after George Sutcliffe’s aircraft...
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    Monster OV-10 Bronco

    Without a doubt, our friends across the pond take giant-scale modeling seriously … just take a look at this behemoth Bronco! With a 14-foot wingspan, this OV-10 was designed to use two Zenoah 62 gas engines and weighs in at around pounds. The giant was originally built by Tony Nijuis, and new...
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    Flight Line Hobby’s Easy Add-on Starter Battery Box

    Flight Line Hobby, a division of Aspect Aviation, is pleased to introduce the SBB, the Starter Battery Box. The SBB economically allows you to use conventional 3 or 4 cell 2200 to 3300 MAH Li Po batteries to power your glow engine starter. The laser cut plywood box is quickly assembled and can...
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    Road to Top Gun — Gérson Nissola’s Turboprop Tucano

    Coming in again from Brazil, Gérson L. Nissola will be flying his impressive Turboprop Tucano for his second time in the Pro AM Sport category. Built from a CARF-Model kit Gérson is using a JR 12X radio system and made more than 80 modifications to the model to improve its scale looks and...
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    Lockheed AH-56 Cheyenne Project — Scratch building a scale hybrid Heli

    A few years back I designed a scale model of the Lockheed AH-56 Cheyenne, probably my favorite helicopter of all time. The experimental Cheyenne featured a variable-pitch pusher prop and small wings, which allowed it to fly much like an airplane and gave it a top speed of nearly 250 MPH. My...
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    Highlights from Warbirds over Delaware — with Video

    We sent our longtime MAN contributor and RC scale warbird expert, Sal Calvagna down to Bear, DE to cover the 25th annual Warbirds over Delaware giant scale fly in. And to say that this year’s extravaganza of military aviation was exciting, would definitely be an understatement. (Video by Scott...
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