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

Curtiss CW-24B

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Written and designed by Laddie Mikulasko Build the U.S. Army’s full-scale flying test bed Featured in the March 2015 issue of Model Aviation. Order Plans from AMA Plans Service I often search for

Remembering Dan Kane

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Written by Dennis Norman. Oh, Danny Boy, it was a great honor and pleasure to have known ye. Featured in the Free Flight Scale column in the March 2015 issue of Model Aviation. On November 11, 2014

Balsa Density, Grain, and Grade

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Written by Al and Rod Clark Learn about balsa, grades, densities, grains, and proper applications. Information and tips for any balsa kit, plans, or scratch build projectWhen you are tackling your

2014 West Texas Warbirds

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Event coverage by Terry Dunn. Hosted by the Wings Miniature Aircraft Society (WingsMAS) in Lubbock, Texas. Online bonus event coverage with photos and video. In its seven year history, West Texas

Dawn Patrol Rendezvous 2014

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Article by Lee McDuffee. Expanded coverage interjected with a historical narrative. Includes videos from the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Dawn Patrol Rendezvous was featured in the February

February 2015 Wallpaper

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Download a free desktop wallpaper for your Mac, PC, or other device. This month's wallpaper showcases Paul Westrich's 1/2 scale Fokker D.VI Featured on the Feburary 2015 cover of Model Aviation. Each

Maxford USA Nieuport 17 ARF

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Article by Mark Wilkins A delightful 1/5-scale interpretation of the iconic fighter. Digital exclusive. Specifications Model type: Semiscale ARF Skill level: Intermediate builder; intermediate pilot