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Electric helicopters: your guide to getting started

Today’s state-of-the-art power and control systems for electric helicopters allows for a wide range of size and performance, from models weighing about an ounce to 90-size nitro equivalents. There are models for all skill levels, from beginner to hardcore 3D pilot and everyone in between. It’s never been easier to get started in RC helicopters. […]

Aerotowing: An Introduction to an RC Team Sport

In this article from the MAN archives, Dave Garwood share what it takes to get involved in aerotowing, from the planes to the equipment to the techniques. Aerotowing is growing rapidly, both in interest and sophistication. The grace and majesty of a large-scale sailplane launched by aerotow-plus the unparalleled opportunity for cooperation and interaction between pilots of […]

Winners Toledo 2011 Static Competition

Winners Toledo 2011 Static Competition Military Sport Scale 1. Frank Shirley SNJ-5 2. Gary Price P-47D 3. Steve Eagle Nieuport 17 Non-Military Sport Scale 1. Keith Shaw Yak UT-1 2. Allen MRock Sikorsky S-39 3. Malcom Gray Comber Swift Old-Timer RC 1. Lawrence Latowski Nomad 2. Stuart Warner Miss Nomer 3. Tom Ryan […]

Be Successful on your First RC Flight

7 Easy Steps to becoming an RC Pilot When it comes time to take your newly built RC trainer to the flying field, a whole new world opens up to you. These first unsure steps from the building boards to the flightline can be both exciting and frightening if you don’t have a plan. So, […]