Features

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

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Written by Anthony N. Avallone A guide to preflight inspection of model helicopters How-to As seen in the March 2011 issue of Model Aviation. Helicopter Preflight Checklist Machine: • Rotor head and

Written by Rachelle Haughn The top FPV racing pilots in the country compete at AMA Headquarters Event coverage As seen in the April 2017 issue of Model Aviation. Sponsors Academy of Model Aeronautics

Great ideas from our readers How-to As seen in the July 2017 issue of Model Aviation. Rivets There are many ways to add scale details to a project. One of my favorites is rivets—lots of rivets. There

Written by Tony Stillman Understanding and utilizing basic features of your RC transmitter Technical Bonus digital content in the July 2017 issue of Model Aviation. Bonus video Today’s model fliers

Written by John Pomroy How-to Model Aviation digital exclusive. With flying season in full swing, you’re likely spending time at the field polishing your flying skills, but yet a little envious of all

Written by Matt Ruddick Follow along and be flying in no time How-to As seen in the July 2017 issue of Model Aviation. Bonus video It is often said that multirotors are quickly becoming a focal point

Written by Jerry Smith Tips and tricks for using iron-on covering How-to As seen in the February 2014 issue of Model Aviation. After you have built your airplane, it’s time to cover it. Some builders

Written by Dennis Norman Preserving and promoting FF stick-and-tissue model aircraft As seen in the December 2016 issue of Model Aviation. On May 21, 1927, Charles A. Lindbergh successfully completed

Last year, the National Model Aviation Museum collection increased by 112 artifacts. Here’s a brief overview of five of them. • Avion Machine and Tool Co. marketed its Mercury .45 engine to RC fans in

Understanding the technology and its safe use EducationFor some pilots, the idea of tuning a combustion engine is enough to keep them away from the flying field. Electric-powered aircraft provide