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

About Us: Flex Innovations

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Written by Jay Smith As seen in the April 2018 issue of Model Aviation. Win merchandise from MA and Flex Innovations! For an opportunity to win a QQ CAP 232EX Super PNP, submit your answer to the

A Beginner's Guide to Electrics

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Written by Greg Gimlick Demystifying the terms and technology used in electric flight Technical As seen in the February 2014 issue of Model Aviation. It’s that simple! All you need to do is be able to

Zoe Stumbaugh’s Spider Hex Rat

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History Preserved As seen in the August 2017 issue of Model Aviation. At first, FPV races were flown by groups of friends who wanted to have fun. They held informal competitions and vied for the title

Graupner Husky 1800

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Written by George Kaplan A versatile and enjoyable sport aircraft Product Review As seen in the April 2018 issue of Model Aviation. Bonus Video Specifications Model type: Sport scale ARF Skill level

RC Scale

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Written by Stan Alexander What is scratch-built? As seen in the April 2018 issue of Model Aviation. Building is an open subject, especially for modelers. After reading multiple discussions online

Horizon Hobby Blade 330X RTF

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Written by Greg Gimlick A convenient and capable aerobatic helicopter Product Review As seen in the April 2018 issue of Model Aviation. Bonus Video Specifications Model type: Electric RTF flybarless

Graupner MZ-12 Pro

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Written by George Kaplan Packed with features at a value price. Product Review As seen in the April 2018 issue of Model Aviation. Bonus Video Specifications Modulation: 2.4 GHz FHSS HoTT system

Tune Your Engine Exhaust Like a Pro

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Written by Eric Henderson The Engine Shop Technical As seen in the October 2012 issue of Model Aviation. This month, I will explore engine exhaust tuning. One of the most interesting aspects of being

Flitzer Staaken Z1

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Written by Pat Tritle Construct your own “homebuilt” biplane Product Review As seen in the April 2018 issue of Model Aviation. Order Plans from AMA Plans Service Materials List Wood If a short kit is

Build Your First ARF

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Written by Aaron Balwich Learn some basics of aircraft assembly How-to As seen in the November 2017 issue of Model Aviation. After a modeler advances beyond a basic high-wing trainer, a more powerful