Model Aviation Online Features

Below are articles featured in both the print and online edition of Model Aviation. Select an article to read more.

 

Model Aviation Digital vs. Print


Still have questions about whether to receive Model Aviation in print or digital? We walk you through the pros and cons to help you make the right choice.

Build U/Tronics Single-Channel Units


Written by Clancy C. Arnold Single-Channel Unit Part One Featured in the Model Aviation June 2015

Build U/Tronics Multichannel Encoder Units


Written by Clancy C. Arnold Multichannel Encoder Unit Part Two Featured in the Model Aviation June 2015

Build U/Tronics Multichannel Decoder Units


Written by Clancy C. Arnold Multichannel Decoder Unit Part Three Featured in the Model Aviation June 2015

Don Brann’s Piper PA-18


Written by Don Brann Don Brann discusses his Piper PA-18 Featured in Stan Alexander's RC Scale Column in Model Aviation June 2015.

Margaret June CL Sportsman Goodyear Racer

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Written by Bill Bischoff.
Build your own competition aircraft.
Step-by-step build article and order plans.
Featured in the Model Aviation June 2015.

Retro RC 1913 Eastbourne Monoplane


Written by Terry Dunn. Experience early English aircraft design with this laser-cut kit. Flight video and photos by the author and Bryan McLarty. As featured in the May 2015 issue of Model Aviation.

Specifications

Model type: Scale laser-cut kit Skill level: Intermediate builder; intermediate pilot

Great Planes P-51 Mustang ARF GP/EP ARF


Written by Andrew Griffith. Transition to warbirds with this uncomplicated design. Read an abridged review and watch a flight video. As featured in the May 2015 issue of Model Aviation.

Specifications

Model type: Electric or .46 nitro-powered sport warbird Skill level: Intermediate Wingspan: 52 inches

Semiscale Floatplane Roundup


Written by Andrew Griffith Three water-ready models put to the test. Flyzone DHC-2 Beaver Island Wings Edition Rx-R, ParkZone Sport Cub BNF with AS3X, Multiplex Pilatus PC-6 Turbo Porter Rx-R Read an abridged review and watch videos of each aircraft.

E-flite Carbon-Z Cub


Written by Jon Barnes This rugged, Giant Scale floatplane quickly lifts off the water Digital exclusive review also featured in the May 2015 issue of Model Aviation Digital.

May 2015 Wallpaper


Download a free desktop wallpaper for your Mac, PC, or other device. This month's wallpaper showcases Clark Salisbury's SkySkimmer. Featured on the May 2015 cover of Model Aviation.

Multirotors at the NAB 2015


Written by Chad Budreau Multirotors were the hot topic at the National Association of Broadcasters Show. Online exclusive feature including event video.

About Us Retro RC


Written by Jay Smith Enter to win an Eastbourne Monoplane Kit As featured in the May 2015 issue of Model Aviation.

Toledo 2015


Digital event coverage of the 61st anniversary of the Weak Signals Toledo R/C Show. Article, videos, and photos by Model Aviation staff. Jay Smith showcases videos featuring new products and vendor offerings.
   

SkySkimmer


Written by Clark Salisbury Build your own waterplane. Complete build article, materials list, video, and plan ordering. Featured in the May 2015 issue of Model Aviation.

 

 

April 2015 Wallpaper


Download a free desktop wallpaper for your Mac, PC, or other device. This month's wallpaper showcases AMA Expo 2015. Featured on the April 2015 cover of Model Aviation.

Stevens AeroModel 1911 Caudron Racer


Written by Terry Dunn Abridged review and flight footage. Celebrate air racing’s early years. Featured in the April 2015 issue of Model Aviation.

Specifications

Model type: Laser-cut micro RC kit Skill level: Beginner builder; beginner pilot Wingspan: 18.25 inches Wing area: 56 square inches

Phoenix Models Genesis


Written by Jon Barnes Abridged review and flight footage. Air racing excitement for glow or electric aficionados. Featured in the April 2015 issue of Model Aviation.

Specifications

Model type: Sport scale ARF Skill level: Intermediate Wingspan: 60.35 inches Wing area: 450 square inches

Hangar 9 Valiant 30cc ARF


Written by Tom Sullivan Abridged review and flight footage. Featured in the April 2015 issue of Model Aviation.

Specifications

Model type: Sport ARF Skill level: Beginner to intermediate Wingspan: 109 inches Wing area: 1,663 square inches Airfoil: Semisymmetrical Length: 78 inches Weight: 16.5 to 17.5 pounds

International Hand Launch Glider


Written by Dr. Gary Fogel The Origins of Competitive Hand-Launch Soaring Featured in the April 2015 issue of Model Aviation Digital.

The International Hand Launch Glider Festival (IHLGF) hosted by the Torrey Pines Gulls RC Soaring Society of San Diego has a history that relates to the formation of FAI F3K: discus-launched gliders.

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