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    Fly the Avalanche

    Let’s discuss a competition maneuver called the “avalanche.” Even if you don’t aspire to be a competition pilot, you can learn from the fundamentals in this exciting move. For example, I’m sure a lot of you have performed a basic loop. In fact, the loop is the first aerobatic maneuver that many...
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    Workshop Tips for Better Building

    For several years now I have been highlighting my projects and workshop builds online to share some of my building tips and Techniques I use. In the long view, I have always thought that learning how to fly RC planes was a lot harder that the actual building of the planes, even when...
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    Micro Warbird Makeover

    Over the past several years, the arrival of ARFs has provided a means for many to quickly get into RC flying. Today, preassembled models have improved to the point where many exceed the level of ability, interest, and even flying skills of the purchaser. No matter the reason, ARFs do fill a very...
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    Speedy Green Machine

    This unique aircraft is an experimental Jet-Bee is a Gee Bee from CARF models that’s powered by a Frank Turbine FR250. This 1/3.2-scale aircraft uses a Powerbox Mercury SRS and is piloted here by Christian Göbel at the Jetpower Fair recently held in Bad Neuenahr Ahrweiler, Germany. We think the...
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    Must-Know Soldering Tips

    There is always that occasional opportunity to do some soldering. When you need to add some connectors to a battery pack, or to make a set of wiring adapters for your battery charger, using heat and molten metal to join wires together is one of the oldest do-it-yourself tasks for RC hobbyists...
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    More Great Workshop Tips

    Every issue we share reader advice in our “Tips & Tricks” column. Here are a few of our favorites. STAR STRUCK Cutting out very small stars is nearly impossible with a hobby knife, and no small pre-made stars are available, either. My son and I have found the perfect solution: star-shaped...
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    Night Lights – Setting up your plane for Aerobatic Night Flights

    Flying giant-scale airplanes at night has increased in popularity, and all for good reason. Not only is it unique and fun, but it also presents a different challenge that daylight flying cannot provide. This past summer, I decided I wanted to try night flying with the giant-scale CARF-Models...
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    &#39;<b>Giant</b>&#39; <b>planes</b> are flying in to visit

    Come see the giant scale radio controlled aircrafts and their pilots display their skills. Flying from ... “Help raise funds for our local model aircraft club. Continue reading...
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    Spektrum BT1000 Bluetooth Module

    From Spektrum: The Spektrum BT1000 Bluetooth module makes programming your Spektrum DXe transmitter or AS3X receiver easier and more convenient than ever. Simply plug the programmer into your DXe or AS3X receiver, pair the programmer to your IOS or Android mobile device and you’re ready to...
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    Monster Scale Victor Bomber

    This 18-foot-span beauty is the handiwork of Gordon Nicholls and is flown here by Andy Johnson at the Large Model Association (LMA) RC show at the Royal Air Force Elvington airfield. This 15-year-old, 1/6.5-scale jet has more than 300 flights and is powered by two Wren 160 turbine jet engines. A...
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    How to: Weather an ARF Warbird

    No doubt about it, among warbirds, the Vought F4U Corsair ranks way up near the top as a favorite with modelers. The bent-wing bird, as it’s often called, has a look like no other WW II fighter. From its big, round cowl through its aft cockpit to its unique inverted gull wing, there’s no...
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    Shop Tips (aka putting the vegetable peeler to good use)

    Who doesn’t like turning an ordinary household item into a useful tool? These tips all use items around the house or shop, so they won’t cost you a dime. Have another use for a common product? Send your tip to MAN@airage.com and you could win an assortment of Bob Smith Industries glue (plus...
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    Flutter Fixes that can Save your Plane

    We’ve all seen and heard it, the sound of control surface flutter. Flutter can be destructive to an airframe, and this problem all boils down to using suitable building techniques. It is absolutely mandatory that the hinges on an aircraft be installed properly. If hinges are not installed...
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    Best in Show Winner — Greg Hahn Gotha G.IV Bomber — Video Interview

    Another great modeler and amazing airplane from the 50Anniversary of the WW1 RC Jamboree at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, was Greg Hahn who came from New Castle, IN to fly his German 17-foot Gotha bomber. Winner of the Best in Show award, Greg scratch built, his bomber and powered it with two...
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    Best WW1 Award Winner — Brian Perkins Bristol Scout — Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome

    There were so many great models and talented RC builders and pilots at the recent 50th Annual WW1 RC Jamboree, it was impossible to check out all of them at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome. One excellent flyer there was Brian Perkins from Kingston, Ontario Canada with his 35% scale Bristol Scout...
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    Jeti USA Duplex DS-6 2.4GHz Transmitter

    From Esprit Tech: With its advanced functionality, telemetry integration and budget friendly price, the Jeti USA DS-6 is a remarkable value and the perfect system for anyone entering the ever expanding Jeti universe! Engineered to appeal to entry level sport pilots, the new Jeti USA DS-6...
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    Great Planes Factor 30cc Raw Performance [VIDEO]

    From Great Planes: Breathless flights are in store for you. The Factor 30cc can pirouette effortlessly in the air, hang knife-edge turns, loop, twist, roll, and more—all with spectacular precision. Take flight beyond merely buzzin from here to there, make it an art form with the Factor 30cc...
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    HobbyKing Durafly Excalibur 1600mm V-Tail Glider (PNF)

    From HobbyKing: Forged by a King in a distant realm, the legendary Excalibur is here. The most anticipated Durafly release this year, The Excalibur must be flown to be truly appreciated. Innovative design features, such as the cantilever forward swept wing, V-tail tail surfaces, incredibly...
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    VSpeak Voice Module For JR XG Series Radio Systems

    From JR Americas: JR Americas is pleased to announce that we are now the official Distributor and installer for the popular VSpeak Voice Module upgrade for the JR XG Series of Radio Systems. For optimized sound performance VSpeak does not utilize your transmitters existing speaker, but rather...
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    Castle Creations DMR 30/40 Multi-Rotor ESC

    From Castle Creations: From the original game changer in electric RC… Castle Creations comes the latest game changing ESC on the market! The DMR 30/40 will change the way you fly and blows away the competition! With an impressive power to weight ratio and genius V5 firmware, the DMR 30/40...
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