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Single DIY aileron actuators from an old umbrella.
I want to share with you this cheap and simple tip to create aileron actuators using an old umbrella.
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Don't underestimate the value of FailSafe
The importance and benefit of FailSafe
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5 Tips To Make Absolutely Anything Fly
Looking to build something wildly ambitious or slightly outlandish? Well, we're rather experienced in those matters.
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Winter FPV tips
Tips for very cold weather fpv flying: how to keep calm flying fpv AND keep the fingers and plane warm.
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A Guide to Master Series Build Techniques
New build techniques are here, so here’s some info on the methods used to build an FT Corsair.
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Multi-Engined RC Airplanes - What You Need to Know
In this article, we're talking about twin and multi-motored electric model aircraft and why you should fly them.
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Sea Duck Scratch Build with Three Helpful Tips
Sea Duck Scratch Build with 3 Tips to help Straighten your plane to prepare for paint faster and just look better.
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Dealing With Frustrations as an R/C Pilot
Sometimes things just don't go to plan... and it can get a little testing. Here's how to get over the hump.
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Lessons Learned from FPV Flight with No Visibility
Here is my experience flying in the snow with almost zero visibility - it was still a ton of fun!
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Aerodynamics Simplified: Explaining V-Tails
Confused by the V-Tail? This article is for you.
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Where Should an RC Airplane Center of Gravity be?
As of the most flight critical aspects of RC, you’ve just got to get the CG right.
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Preflight Checklist for RC Airplanes (Free File)
Here are a couple of lists for you to follow before your R/C airplane flights.
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