Bonus Content: The Fly RC Team reviewed the OMP Extra 300 for our December 2012 Issue. For the full review, including how the plane  performed in our test flight, what accessories and tools you’ll need (or want) to get …

Bonus Content: The Fly RC Team reviewed the Graupner Epic Victory S EDF for our December 2012 Issue. For the full review, including how the plane  performed in our test flight, what accessories and tools you’ll need (or want) …

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Bonus Content: The Fly RC Team reviewed the E-Flite Carbon-Z Scimitar for our November 2012 Issue. For the full review, including how the plane  performed in our test flight, what accessories and tools you’ll need (or want) to get …

There is always a question of which power system to outfit an electric model with. With so many options on the market, this can pose a real challenge. The folks at Precision Aerobatics have done the hard work for you, and their PA Thrust 40 brushless motor has been proven by their engineers and test pilots to be the optimal choice for this model. I totally agree; the power is incredible. I really like the carbon reinforced airframe because of its light weight, superb flying traits, and rigidity. The Bandit is a real 3D performer.

The ParkZone Icon A5 is an authentic, licensed reproduction of a soon to be in production amphibious aircraft designed by the Icon Aircraft Company. Though there is but a single full size prototype aircraft going through its final flight testing, ParkZone worked out an agreement with Icon that enabled them to use original design documents to come up with their Z Foam based model. With everything required to operate from either water or land based sites included in the box, the unique appearance of this latest offering from ParkZone is only surpassed by its operational versatility.

The Pawnee has a unique silhouette in the sky and is a rare plane to see at the field. You can really personalize this ARF to be one of a kind. Its light wing loading makes it a very predictable flyer and with large control surfaces, pilots with a wide range of competency levels can enjoy this plane.

The SIG Rascal EP-49 is a great flying model that is easy to assemble and looks awesome in the sky. The included power system has more than enough power to pull the model through most basic aerobatic maneuvers. It is a perfect sport plane that I would recommend as a great second model for someone advancing from a trainer or for an advanced pilot that is looking for something that can transport easy with sport-like flight characteristics. It is a fun, low-stress model to fly.

The Firebird Stratos is a well engineered model for a first-time modeler of any age. Its built-in stability (both electronic and aerodynamic) makes the model very easy to fly.