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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
E-flite J-3 Cub 450 ARFThe E-flite® J-3 Cub 450 ARF airplane is the perfect scale model for small-field flying or making a quick flight at the local park as satisfying as possible. No other airplane has touched more pilots or better demonstrated that flight itself is an unequivocal expression of freedom than the J-3 Cub. Its practical design not only made it versatile, but more importantly, it made it a pure joy to fly. E-flite captures the Cub spirit in a lightweight all-wood structure that authentically replicates the character and distinctive outline of what the designer envisioned as the airplane for everyone. Continue reading
Ultra Micro AS3X P-51D MustangIf you’re looking for the most satisfying ultra micro Mustang experience available, this is your plane. For starters, it boasts a level of detail rarely seen in models of this size. Molded panel lines, clear canopy, gun and exhaust details, pilot figure, instrument panel details, 4-bladed prop—you get it all. Even the trim scheme is that of a full-scale Mustang that flew with the 334th Fighter Squadron during World War II. Continue reading
WWII Dornier Do 17 to be recoveredThe last known Dornier DO 17 bomber in existence has been found nestled in the silt of the English Channel. The bomber was shot down 70 years ago during the Battle of Britain and has been identified as Dornier Do 17Z Werke number 1160. Two of the four crew members perished in the crash and the surviving two were captured by the British and taken into custody as prisoners of war. Continue reading
Wilson Miller flight at Stillwater OK Fun FlyThunder Power team pilot Wilson Miller flies his Compass 7HV with Cyclone blades at the Stillwater, Oklahoma Fun Fly. Just a little “heli eye candy” to start your Wednesday morning.. Continue reading
Horizon Hobby sponsors Rockstar Energy TeamHorizon Hobby is proud to announce their newly expanded marketing sponsorship with the Rockstar Energy Racing Motocross team. Established in 2009, Xtreme Amateur and Pro Lites is the one of the most elite teams competing in AMA 250 Supercross, AMA 250 Motocross and now the premier class 450. Horizon Hobby joins prestigious partners including Motosport.com, Bel-Ray, ONE Industries, Airoh Helmets, FMF, Dragon Goggles, Rockwell Watches, Go Pro as well as Suzuki. Continue reading
Miracle RC Rudder Servo TrayThe Miracle RC rudder mount has two bearings inside and can be used for all brand servos, including Futaba, Hitec and JR, etc. Continue reading
Century RC Promotion Sale – 50 Percent OffCentury RC is running a 50% off sale promotion on select items until May 10th, 2013. Stop by and check out the deals before it’s too late! www.century-rc.com Continue reading
Miracle RC Drill JigThe Miracle RC Drill Jig allows for precise and easy drilling of mount holes on your propeller. With the DLE-55, DLE-55RA, DLE-30, and DLE-35RA covered from one universal jig, you save time, money, and always have the right tool at the field to replace a broken prop. Continue reading
CJ Youngblood StingraysCurtis Youngblood (CJ Enterprises) has ventured into the multi-rotor market and is gearing up to release their Stingray quads. The whole marketing launch is being handled through their Facebook account so better sign up so you’re “in the know”. Product release is targeted for late summer 2013. No specs as of yet but those sure look like Radix blades:) Continue reading
