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Aircraft design

Build the Roland D.VI

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Roland D.VI text with vintage plane on grass runway.
The LFG Roland D.VI, a unique WWI fighter, is detailed with assembly instructions and specs for model builders.

Build the Hanriot HD-1

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HANRIOT HD-1 text with a vintage airplane and dragon graphic.
Summary of Hanriot HD-1 model design, construction, and flying experience, emphasizing its fun flying characteristics and historical significance.

Grumman Widgeon Part 1

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Wooden model seaplane on rocky riverbank with a blue cockpit.

The article details the construction of a 1/8-scale Grumman Widgeon model, building on the author's previous Grumman Goose design.

Wishbone Launch Dolly

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WISHBONE LAUNCH DOLLY text on a dark background with arrow motifs.

The article discusses designing a lightweight, effective launch dolly for RC airplanes, focusing on stability and ease of use.

Build the Sky Scanner

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Sky Skanner logo with a red and blue small airplane.

Clark Salisbury designs a lightweight, battery-powered RC airplane called the Sky Skanner, perfect for fun, low-speed flying.