Florida Jets was once again held at Lakeland Linder Airport in Lakeland, Florida, and continues to bring together the hottest pilots and planes from around the globe. This year’s show featured many of the top pilots demonstrating the …
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Castle Creations – Phoenix Edge ESC’s
Get the Edge over your competition. With the debut of the Phoenix Edge series of ESCs the next evolution in speed controller technology has arrived. The Edge series introduces a user programmable auxiliary wire capable of functions modelers …
Read More »Tactic TTX650 SLT Compatible 2.4GHz Transmitter
Engineered to appeal to intermediate-level sport modelers, the TTX650 has the features needed to fly almost any airplane or helicopter. Generous 20 model memory sets this radio apart from comparable systems, and programming is easy and intuitive. The …
Read More »HobbyKing Ryan STA EPO
Glueless assembly makes for an overall short build time. The instruction manual features thumbnail sized black and white photos. Larger photos would be of more assistance in completing the build but it is not difficult to figure out …
Read More »Ram Plug and Play Lites for Popular Micro Multirotor AIrcraft
Ram Radio Controlled Models Incorporated, long time manufacturers of innovative electronic devices, has added four new products to their already extensive line of RC lighting systems. The RAM Quad Lites are designed to enhance the visibility and inflight …
Read More »Sheeting The Fuselage Of The Stinson SR-9
Now it’s time to close up the bottom of the fuselage with sheet balsa. This part of the building sequence offers me a fine opportunity to talk about one of the choices of design and construction technique that went into developing this kit.
Read More »Fly RC Pre-Flight Checklist
The editors of Fly RC magazine have put together this checklist that will aid you in preparing your model for flight. Following this checklist will ensure that you verify all major components and systems are functional prior to …
Read More »Hawker Hunter
The Fly Fly Hobby Hawker Hunter assembles quickly and with relative ease (given the tips mentioned in this review). The finished product is almost surely going to attract attention in the pits and will be an impressive presence …
Read More »Thunder Power RC G8 Chemistry 70C Lithium Batteries
Thunder Power RC introduces exclusive Generation 8 (G8) chemistry defining new standards in RC LiPo battery performance. The G8 Chemistry difference delivers 10% more power, increased cycle life and ultra-fast charge rates up to 12C* while also boasting …
Read More »Futaba R70003SB Bi-Directional FASSTest Receiver
The Futaba high-voltage R7003SB offers modelers unparalleled flexibility, with bi-directional capability to support a broad range of telemetry functions. FEATURES: – Up to two S.Bus ports, S.Bus2 ports, up to three PWM ports – 11 different programmable port …
Read More »Alien Aircraft 72″ Taylorcraft Kit
This 72” wingspan Taylorcraft captures the soul and grace of one of Americas favorite lightplanes in the air and on the ground. Its rugged all wood construction provides a strong, light weight structure that delivers outstanding performance and …
Read More »Tactic TTX650 2.4GHz Computer Radio
Engineered to appeal to intermediate-level sport modelers, the TTX650 has the features needed to fly almost any airplane or helicopter. Generous 20 model memory sets this radio apart from comparable systems, and intuitive programming is as easy as …
Read More »Flyzone Tidewater EP Seaplane RTF and TxR
The Tidewater makes an outstanding first float plane, offering simplicity and performance that appeal to every adventurous pilot. It assembles quickly, with no gluing required. The brushless power system provides plenty of muscle for easy takeoffs — from …
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