As numerous uncrewed aircraft of all types are being rapidly produced, tested, and flown, the Federal Aviation Administration is working hard to get a handle on this with the introduction of various rules and regulations. These actions will have a di

If your giant-scale model has a set of electric retracts, and like me, you don’t care for them, you can change them out to pneumatics. This isn’t a very complicated or expensive job to do. All factory parts are used and you can order directly from Ro

Since the all the sprayer components have hollow entry and exit points, I decided to see if I could arrange some sort of simulated chemical spraying effect. This would involve adding a smoke system and diverting the engine exhaust through the “spraye

Model Airplane News covers the whole spectrum of RC and gives you the inspiration to advance your RC flying and building skills. We want to make sure you aren’t missing out on all the ways you can enjoy the content you are passionate about. Become a

SHOWCASING WHAT YOU BUILD & FLY | EMAIL ENTRIES TO: MAN_AIRAGE.COM Frank scratch built his rocket-powered glider model from 3mm and 6mm Depron foam. The model is designed using based on a 3-view drawing that he scaled up by hand. The 42-inch-long pla

The empty plastic cases that most servos come in have long been appreciated by modelers for storing parts and pieces. One especially good use is to bring wing bolts and strut pins for a particular airplane to the field. Mark it and place it in the co

Simple and efficient. Those were the design goals when Phil Kraft put drafting pen to paper in the 1960s and the result was the Kwik-Fly. With a simple 4-channel radio system and nitro engine, Kraft’s Kwik-Fly went on to win the 1967 Pattern National

When Tony Dilluvio sent in a few photos of his 13.2-footspan, electric-powered PBY Catalina for “Pilot Projects,” we immediately knew it was something special. Lucky for us, Tony took dozens of photos while building from Sturla Snorrason’s plans! Ins

Your choice of flying sites will be driven by two key considerations: first and foremost, safety—and second, what you hope to accomplish by flying. The first point is non-negotiable, but the second offers as many possibilities as there are combinatio

Crop-dusting—using an aircraft to spray chemical or product on crops—has been an important tool for farmers since the 1920s. Since then, crop-dusting has proven to be a fast end effective way of increasing crop yield and controlling pests around the

Hitec’s all new line-up of premium battery chargers now includes the RDX2 200, RDX2 800, and RDX4. These smart chargers are capable of charging multiple batteries or packs, regardless of chemistry or capacity, so one is sure to be perfect for all you

Many pilots think that stick time and getting better at making corrections are the main requirements for better landings and, therefore, give little thought to how they land or whether they’re flying correctly. As a consequence of flying without a pl

Learning to fly is exciting, challenging, and—most of all—a lot of fun. It’s best to start with a plane that’s designed to fly well and handle the demands of flight training. Our picks range from full beginner kits to planes that come ready to fly wi

I love tools. I occasionally buy tools I don’t even need just because they are cool, and I “might” need them for some future project at some undetermined point in the future. My wife calls it hoarding. When Vampire Tools asked us to take a close look

One way to improve a scale model’s appearance is to hide the RC hardware and switches. You can do this by making access hatches for often used items such as radio on/off switches, charging jacks, and fuel filler fittings. I am presently working on a

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

Foam board is an affordable and easy to use product that can be employed to build a wide range of RC model aircraft. Let’s discuss a few techniques to get you started with building your first foam board RC airplane! You’ll first need to find a supply

As you become more proficient in your aerobatic ability, you will naturally begin to combine elements of different maneuvers within a single figure. One such maneuver is called the Cobra Roll with a Half-Roll Up and a Positive Snap Down. For new and

Coming from the long-established manufacturer TJIRC, the 2.75-meter Tempest promises to be high-quality and great performance. In this review I will build and evaluate the flight performance of this impressive looking model. The Tempest is supplied w

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FREE PLAN! In 1989 I had the opportunity to see the first two Russian Sukhois fly at the EAA AirVenture airshow in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. That day I fell in love with this plane. I have designed two RC models of the Sukhoi, the first was published in Mo

At our field, it all started with a Nitroplanes foamie I bought called a “Ninjato.” I had flown it for a long time, all the while gathering up damage and repairs until it was getting hard to fly, and I asked the other guys if they wanted to try some

I’m often asked what makes flying jets, particularly turbine jets, different from other models. We have talked about several subjects related to turbine jets, including radio system setup, power systems, and even obtaining your turbine waiver, now we