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TOP 10 SCALE JET PICKS

Jets are cool! They’re fast, maneuverable, and look as good on the flightline as they do in the air. Like their full-size counterparts, they’re also more technical and require advanced building and piloting skills.

Whether you’re interested in sport flying or serious scale competition, there are several RC jets out there that will suit your needs. For this article, we chose 10 jets for modelers interested in switching over to the fast lane. If you have a need for speed, read on! Our top picks range from smaller, electric-powered, EPO foam models to giant, fire-breathing, turbine-powered fiberglass models. There’s something on this list for everyone!

NORTH AMERICAN AVIATION F-86 SABRE

The F-86 Sabre, a classic American fighter jet, made its mark during the Korean War as an iconic adversary to the Soviet MiG-15. Designed by North American

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