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    And the winners are… 50th ORA WW1 RC Jamboree with Video

    This year’s 50th anniversary of the WW1 RC Jamboree at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome was an amazing and well attended event. For many it was their first time seeing so many WW1 airplane models in one place, and for the regulars and old guard, it was a time to renew friendships and form new ones...
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    Wide performance range — from mild to wild! Released in 2013, the original Factor 3D was a 38" span

    Wide performance range — from mild to wild! Released in 2013, the original Factor 3D was a 38" span park flyer that gained quick popularity for its affordability and virtually unlimited performance envelope. Today's Factor 3D offers the same performance potential, along with the added stability...
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    From the Flightline — 50th WW1 RC Jamboree

    There were so many airplanes and pilots at the 50th Anniversary RC Jamboree at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, it was had to soak it all in. Photos can capture some of the flavor but truly, this is an event that you have to see yourself to full appreciate. Here are a few more photos from this...
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    EASY RIVETS & DETAILS — Improving the looks of any ARF Warbird

    While I was building my giant-scale Top Flite F4U Corsair ARF, I wanted to add just a touch of detail to help break up its overall-blue paint scheme. Regardless of your model’s color, adding some visual surface detail helps your plane gain depth and realism. It’s easy to do with some basic...
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    Opale Fox RS 2.6

    From Esprit Tech: The Fox RS 2.6 a high performance wing targeted towards intermediate and advanced pilots who desire a perfectly scale Paramotor or Paraglider with very high performance. With its 4m wingspan, it offers a scale aspect you have never seen in such a highly accessible model. Visit...
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    Best in Show — Gotha Bomber — 50th ORA WW1 RC Jamboree

    Coming all the way from New Castle, IN, Greg Hahn brought several giant RC airplanes to the 50th Anniversary Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome for the WW1 RC Jamboree and impressed everyone. Greg won the “Best in Show” award for his beautiful 24% scale 17-foot-span Gotha G.IV twin-engine bomber...
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    First Flight Success! — Sal Calvagna’s Sikorsky Illya Muroments

    A small bit more of history was recently added to the legendary aviation name “Sikorsky” on September 9, 2016 when Sal Calvagna for the first time test flew his amazing 16-foot-span Sikorsky Illya Muroments WW1 bomber. Sal spent 16 month designing and building this one-of-a-kind scale aircraft...
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    Showoff Move: Negative Snap from an Inverted Climb

    This is a good maneuver to help teach you how to perform cleanly while being aware of any corrections being needed for maximum points. As with most maneuvers, with lots of practice, you learn to correct subconsciously which is the goal for anyone wanting to be a serious aerobatic and or 3D...
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    Aileron Differential: Why it’s so important and how to set it up

    For years, depending on the model setup, modelers often used offset servo output arms and bellcranks to achieve differential aileron movement. Today, however, using separate aileron servos and the aileron differential program menu in your computer radio has greatly simplified the task. But...
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    4 Simple Shop Tips

    Simple tricks are the best, don’t you think? These tips may not change your life, but they will make your time in the shop easier and more enjoyable. Send your tip to MAN@airage.com and you could win an assortment of Bob Smith Industries glue (plus worldwide accolades & fame, of course!)...
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    Premier Aircraft Cessna 170

    Special pre-order promotion - Pre-Order before September 18th and get *FREE SHIPPING!! Specifications: Length 60.1' (1544 mm) Wingspan 86.7'' (2204 mm) Weight 9 lb 10 oz. (4370 grams) with 6s 4000mAh Wing Area 1094 sq. in (70.6 sq. dm.) Channels 4-6 Battery 3200 4S - 5000 6S Th is the...
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    MAN @ the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome — 50th Anniversary WW1 RC Jamboree

    For anyone involved in RC for any length of time, there are events that instantly come to mind when you think about the hobby. Perhaps the most famous of them all is the annual WW1 RC Jamboree hosted by the Mid-Hudson R/C Society club. The venue is the world famous Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome where...
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    Joe Nail Week 2017

    JOE NALL WEEK May 13-20, 2017 GATES OPEN FRIDAY MAY 12TH 5:00 PM
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    Shout Box

    On the main page I have added a shout box to chat will members live. Let me know what you all think.
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    Fun fly-in brings nearly 100 folks to marvel at R/C acrobatics

    George H. W. Bush rides in the model airplane as Jim Morgan, of Topeka, flies the plane with his remote during the Giant-Scale Radio-Control Model ... Continue reading...
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    CompAFR F-100 prototype

    The F-100 prototype has been painted by Andreas and Ralle in a week long session. All bare metal is platinum and chrome. The "Hot Section" is a custom work of art, to say the least. Unfortunately this is a one-of-a-kind.... YET. We were able to use the final stock landing gear, Cockpit, Kevlar...
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    Spektrum DX6e 6-Channel DSMX Transmitter

    From Spektrum: Being on a budget doesn’t have to mean you have to settle for less than the best. The Spektrum DX6e gives you the unbeatable response of DSMX® technology, the simplicity of AirWare™ programming software and many other features you can’t find on other “budget” radios. Airplane...
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    E-flite UMX Yak 54 3D BNF Basic

    From E-flite: With a flying weight of barely over an ounce (36 grams), the compact UMX™ Yak 54 3D ultra-micro is small enough and light enough to be flown just about anywhere. But what really sets it apart is its specially tuned AS3X® stabilization system. This exclusive technology makes it...
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    Hobby Zone Mini Apprentice S BNF [VIDEO]

    From Hobby Zone: Designed with the beginner in mind, the HobbyZone® Mini Apprentice® S includes an array of features that make taking to the skies easy in spaces as small as your local park. Beneath its durable Z-Foam™ exterior, pilots will find a robust brushless 370-size motor and 18A ESC...
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    Radian XL 2.6m PNP

    From E-flite: Ask any of the thousands of pilots who have flown one. Radian® motor gliders are the sailplanes of choice if you want a quick and easy way to experience the thrill of RC soaring or relax with a quick flight. They are so easy to fly, even pilots with no soaring experience have been...
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