Mike Barbee wins Top Gun Expert Class with FutabaTeam Futaba member Mike Barbee piloted his scratch-built 36% scale Beechcraft T-34 Mentor to first place in the Expert Class. Modeled after a civilian registered aircraft owned by Harold Cannon and still flown actively, Mike’s 148.5” span T-34 faithfully reproduces every detail of its full-size inspiration — right down to the latches on the engine cowling. Continue reading
Thunder Tiger Pro .46 BB Air Engine with MufflerThe updated Pro .46 delivers even greater performance than the original in an engine that is easier to maintain and more efficient. With a weight of only one pound, the Pro .46 delivers an impressive 1.6 horsepower at 16,000 RPM. Continue reading
New Heli Brushless Outrunners From O.S. EngineHeli pilots looking for peak performance need look no further than this outstanding pair of brushless outrunner heli motors from O.S. Both are precision engineered for sport flying and 3D maneuvers, designed to reduce friction for increased power and efficiency. The 1260kV is ideal for 550-600 size helis, while the 560kV is perfect for 600-650 size machines. Continue reading
O.S. GF40 Gasoline EngineIdeal for aerobatic or scale aircraft, the 4-stroke GF40 offers excellent torque and a realistic sound, plus fuel economy and the fit and finish O.S. is famous for. Other features include a Walbro® carburetor and an integrated choke rod guide that simplifies installation. The GF40 includes a muffler, spark plug, ignition module and a 2-year limited warranty. Continue reading
Nick Maxwell wins 3DX AustraliaThunder Tiger team pilot Nick Maxwell won 3DX Australia, the country’s first world-class 3D heli event! Nick flew in the International class, against some of the world’s best 3D pilots. The event also offered an Expert class. Continue reading
Flyzone Micro DH.82 Tiger MothModeled after Geoffrey de Havilland’s DH 82 Tiger Moth, this Flyzone biplane is right at home in a backyard, at a park or even inside a gymnasium. Lots of molded in details, along with an authentic trim scheme and 2 pilot figures, add to the model’s realistic appearance. Continue reading
Flyzone Tidewater™ EP SeaplaneThe 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 water, short grass or by hand – and exciting sport aerobatics. When it’s time to land, just point the plane into the wind, reduce speed and keep the wings level…it almost lands itself. Continue reading
Flyzone Mini Switch™ EPThe Mini Switch lets you change between a low-wing and a high-wing mounting quickly and easily. Its compact size makes it easy to transport to and from the flight park without disassembling the plane. Continue reading
Flyzone Eraze™ Brushless EPSnap its magnetic rudder in place, and assembly is done. Install a flight pack, and it’s flight-ready just as fast. Finger holes in the foam fuselage provide a
good grip for quick hand launches. Continue reading
Proud Bird EF1 Sport Racer ARFDesigned by respected pylon racer Jim Allen, the Proud Bird EF1 is both a competitive EF1 class race plane AND a great everyday sport plane. Continue reading
