I started out flying two-stroke glow engines 15 years ago, but when I got back into the hobby I went electric. I built and converted many .40 – .60 size planes to electric power and really enjoyed using all the advanced technology available and learning something new. However, I found that I really missed glow [...]
Archive for June, 2009
Top Flite P-47D Thunderbolt 1/7 Scale .61 ARF
Posted: June 5, 2009 in general interest, product review, r/c airplanesTags: r/c airplanes, radio control airplanes, rc planes
Getting ready to start a new build. I’ve been waiting a while for this kit and it was finally released in late May. SPECIFICATIONS Wingspan: 63 in. (1600 mm.) Wing Area: 730 in². (46.5 dm².) Weight: 9.5-10.5 lb. (3970-4540 g) Wing Loading: 30-33 oz./ft². (91-101 g./dm².) Length: 56 in (1420 mm.) Engine: 2-stroke .60 -.91 [...]