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The Electric Formula One (EF1) Nationals welcomed..."},{"articleType":"events","articleAuthor":"","articleDate":"2005-03-30","articleCategory":"airplane:events","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1442-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Everything you need to know about the race series that brings together the best of the best RC pylon pilots to compete head-to-head at various sites around the country.","title":"2005 JR Gold Cup Pylon Racing Series","type":"article","link":"1442-2005-jr-gold-cup-pylon-racing-series","id":"article_1442-2005-jr-gold-cup-pylon-racing-series","snippet":"2005 JR Gold Cup Pylon Racing Series Posted: 2005-03-30 2005 JR Gold Cup Pylon Racing Series 2005-03-30 The 2005 Phoenix JR Gold Cup Top 10. The JR Gold Cup Pylon Racing Series brings together the best-of-the-best RC pylon pilots to compete..."},{"articleType":"events","articleAuthor":"Chris Justus, Team JR Member","articleDate":"2004-12-03","articleCategory":"airplane:events","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1407-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Since its inception, giant-scale air racing has evolved steadily into a sport where speed and technological advancements know no bounds.","title":"What is Giant Scale Air Racing?","type":"article","link":"1407-what-is-giant-scale-air-racing","id":"article_1407-what-is-giant-scale-air-racing","snippet":"What is Giant Scale Air Racing? Written By: Chris Justus, Team JR Member Posted: 2004-12-03 What is Giant Scale Air Racing? Chris Justus, Team JR Member 2004-12-03 Created in 1991 by Tom Easterday and Cliff Adams, giant-scale air racing is patterned..."},{"articleType":"reviews","articleAuthor":"Peter Goldsmith","articleDate":"2005-03-16","articleCategory":"airplane:reviews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1436-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Are balsa planes better? Team JR member Peter Goldsmith explains the differences between balsa and foam planes.","title":"Balsa Vs. Foam","type":"article","link":"1436-balsa-vs-foam","id":"article_1436-balsa-vs-foam","snippet":"Balsa Vs. Foam Written By: Peter Goldsmith Posted: 2005-03-16 Balsa Vs. Foam Peter Goldsmith 2005-03-16 Twenty-five years ago there were only a few materials used to produce model aircraft. 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To that end, we have..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"","articleDate":"2009-09-22","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2034-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"We have just developed a new and improved propeller for the ParkZone Radian that is more durable than the original one.","title":"ParkZone Radian Product Bulletin","type":"article","link":"2034-parkzone-radian-product-bulletin","id":"article_2034-parkzone-radian-product-bulletin","snippet":"ParkZone Radian Product Bulletin Posted: 2009-09-22 ParkZone Radian Product Bulletin 2009-09-22 Horizon has recently updated the durability of the propeller for the ParkZone Radian and is providing it to customers free of charge. If you would like..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"Mike McConville","articleDate":"2001-08-15","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1074-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"It is very common today to use two servos per aileron on most larger models. 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Imagine being able to enjoy the fun of flying an R/C airplane while having a picnic at the local park. Or how..."},{"articleType":"previews","articleAuthor":"Jim Booker","articleDate":"2010-04-07","articleCategory":"airplane:previews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2130-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Preview - LR-1A Pogo 15e ARF","title":"Preview - LR-1A Pogo 15e ARF","type":"article","link":"2130-preview--lr1a-pogo-15e-arf","id":"article_2130-preview--lr1a-pogo-15e-arf","snippet":"Preview - LR-1A Pogo 15e ARF Written By: Jim Booker Posted: 2010-04-07 Preview - LR-1A Pogo 15e ARF Jim Booker 2010-04-07 There is some special connection between race planes and model airplane builders. Goodyear racers got started in the 1950s, and..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"Jim Booker","articleDate":"2008-03-13","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1776-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Fitting a Saito Gasser in the Hangar 9 Mustang 1.50 or P-47 Thunderbolt","title":"Saito G36 Gas + Hangar 9 P-51 1.50 = YES","type":"article","link":"1776-saito-g36-gas--hangar-9-p51-150--yes","id":"article_1776-saito-g36-gas--hangar-9-p51-150--yes","snippet":"Saito G36 Gas + Hangar 9 P-51 1.50 = YES Written By: Jim Booker Posted: 2008-03-13 Saito G36 Gas + Hangar 9 P-51 1.50 = YES Jim Booker 2008-03-13 By now you have probably heard about the Saito G36 gasoline 4-stroke engine. It shares the same case as..."},{"articleType":"reviews","articleAuthor":"","articleDate":"2009-12-10","articleCategory":"airplane:reviews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2085-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Ultra micro models have taken over","title":"The Ultra-Micro J-3 Cub is going to be fun","type":"article","link":"2085-the-ultramicro-j3-cub-is-going-to-be-fun","id":"article_2085-the-ultramicro-j3-cub-is-going-to-be-fun","snippet":"The Ultra-Micro J-3 Cub is going to be fun Posted: 2009-12-10 The Ultra-Micro J-3 Cub is going to be fun 2009-12-10 When I first heard about the new ParkZone Ultra-Micro J-3 Cub I knew it would be popular with a lot of people who have found the..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"","articleDate":"2001-05-16","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1088-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"When setting up an airplane, my cardinal rule is to try keep pilot workload to a minimum- by programming the radio so that it does as much work as possible.","title":"Super Snap Roll","type":"article","link":"1088-super-snap-roll","id":"article_1088-super-snap-roll","snippet":"Super Snap Roll Posted: 2001-05-16 Super Snap Roll 2001-05-16 Eric Meyers uses the snap roll button on his 10X to drop fuel tanks from his Moki 1.8 powered Yellow P-38. When setting up an airplane, my cardinal rule is to try keep pilot workload to a..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"John Redman","articleDate":"2011-04-13","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2256-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Propeller vibration can damage electronics, engine bearings and weaken structures over time. We show you how to remove that vibration from your model to help you find a smoother running model with better performance over time.","title":"How-To Balance Your Propeller","type":"article","link":"2256-balancing-your-prop","id":"article_2256-balancing-your-prop","snippet":"How-To Balance Your Propeller Written By: John Redman Posted: 2011-04-13 How-To Balance Your Propeller John Redman 2011-04-13 As we continue to push the envelope with our models, we are always looking for that next level of performance. We install..."},{"articleType":"reviews","articleAuthor":"","articleDate":"2003-11-02","articleCategory":"airplane:reviews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1275-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"U.S. Nats judges gave Hangar 9's 1.50-size Cessna Skylane and P-51Mustang high marks in 2003.","title":"Hangar 9 ARFs Stand Up to Scale Scrutiny","type":"article","link":"1275-hangar-9-arfs-stand-up-to-scale-scrutiny","id":"article_1275-hangar-9-arfs-stand-up-to-scale-scrutiny","snippet":"Hangar 9 ARFs Stand Up to Scale Scrutiny Posted: 2003-11-02 Hangar 9 ARFs Stand Up to Scale Scrutiny 2003-11-02 We gave two of Team JR's most accomplished scale modelers our most realistic-looking ARFs and asked them to evaluate their appearance and..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"","articleDate":"2001-01-24","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1125-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"If only electricity came in a bottle. Although it can be a headache, battery charging doesn't have to be a guessing game. We talked to Team JR member, Anderson Yau, about proper Ni-Cd charging.","title":"Charging Your Ni-Cd Batteries","type":"article","link":"1125-charging-your-nicd-batteries","id":"article_1125-charging-your-nicd-batteries","snippet":"Charging Your Ni-Cd Batteries Posted: 2001-01-24 Charging Your Ni-Cd Batteries 2001-01-24 If only electricity came in a bottle. Although it can be a headache, battery charging doesn't have to be a guessing game. We talked to Team JR member, Anderson..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"Jim Booker","articleDate":"2008-03-04","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1770-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Fix your Micro Cessna, It's Fun","title":"Micro Cessna Damaged? Fix It, It’s Fun!","type":"article","link":"1770-micro-cessna-damaged-fix-it-it8217s-fun","id":"article_1770-micro-cessna-damaged-fix-it-it8217s-fun","snippet":"Micro Cessna Damaged? Fix It, It’s Fun! Written By: Jim Booker Posted: 2008-03-04 Micro Cessna Damaged? Fix It, It’s Fun! Jim Booker 2008-03-04 Micro Cessna Damaged? Fix It, It’s Fun! I want to tell you my Micro Cessna from..."},{"articleType":"events","articleAuthor":"Jim Booker","articleDate":"2010-02-10","articleCategory":"airplane:events","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2109-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Event Coverage – E-fest 2010 – Great Fun!","title":"Event Coverage - E-fest 2010 - Great Fun!","type":"article","link":"2109-event-coverage-8211-efest-2010-8211-great-fun","id":"article_2109-event-coverage-8211-efest-2010-8211-great-fun","snippet":"Event Coverage - E-fest 2010 - Great Fun! Written By: Jim Booker Posted: 2010-02-10 Event Coverage - E-fest 2010 - Great Fun! Jim Booker 2010-02-10 For the last 5 years Great Planes Models has hosted an extremely popular indoor electric RC aircraft..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"John Redman","articleDate":"2012-02-21","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2297-lead2?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"This tutorial should help you replace the tail on your Ultra Micro Pole Cat in just a few short minutes in the work shop. We walk you through the steps explaining exactly what to do and when to do it.","title":"ParkZone Pole Cat Tail Replacement How To","type":"article","link":"2297-parkzone-pole-cat-tail-replacement-how-to","id":"article_2297-parkzone-pole-cat-tail-replacement-how-to","snippet":"ParkZone Pole Cat Tail Replacement How To Written By: John Redman Posted: 2012-02-21 ParkZone Pole Cat Tail Replacement How To John Redman 2012-02-21 The Ultra Micro Series Pole Cat is modeled after the modified Cassutt Formula 1 air racers that..."},{"articleType":"reviews","articleAuthor":"Jim Booker","articleDate":"2009-05-26","articleCategory":"airplane:reviews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1960-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Preview: E-flite RV-9 450 ARF","title":"Preview: E-flite RV-9 450 ARF","type":"article","link":"1960-preview-eflite-rv9-450-arf","id":"article_1960-preview-eflite-rv9-450-arf","snippet":"Preview: E-flite RV-9 450 ARF Written By: Jim Booker Posted: 2009-05-26 Preview: E-flite RV-9 450 ARF Jim Booker 2009-05-26 SPECIFICATIONS Detailed cockpit with molded seat backs Side-mounted aileron servos to preserve scale appearance Adjustable..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"John Redman","articleDate":"2011-06-17","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2271-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"We show you step by step what it takes to bring your Corsair back to life with a new wing. In just a few short minutes and some basic tools, we will help you get a new wing on that bird for the next flying session.","title":"How To Replace Your Ultra Micro Corsair Wing","type":"article","link":"2271-how-to-replace-your-ultra-micro-corsair-wing","id":"article_2271-how-to-replace-your-ultra-micro-corsair-wing","snippet":"How To Replace Your Ultra Micro Corsair Wing Written By: John Redman Posted: 2011-06-17 How To Replace Your Ultra Micro Corsair Wing John Redman 2011-06-17 With a number of flights on your Corsair, you may find that perhaps it just doesn\u2019t look as..."},{"articleType":"previews","articleAuthor":"Jim Booker","articleDate":"2009-10-01","articleCategory":"airplane:previews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2039-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"The Cub joins the military - L-4 Grasshopper","title":"We Preview the new E-flite Piper L-4 Grasshopper 250 ARF","type":"article","link":"2039-we-preview-the-new-eflite-piper-l4-grasshopper-250-arf","id":"article_2039-we-preview-the-new-eflite-piper-l4-grasshopper-250-arf","snippet":"We Preview the new E-flite Piper L-4 Grasshopper 250 ARF Written By: Jim Booker Posted: 2009-10-01 We Preview the new E-flite Piper L-4 Grasshopper 250 ARF Jim Booker 2009-10-01 SPECIFICATIONS \u2022 Great-looking scale outline and scale Features\u2022 ..."},{"articleType":"reviews","articleAuthor":"John Redman","articleDate":"2011-07-20","articleCategory":"airplane:reviews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2290-Lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Designed by world aerobatic champion Quique Somenzini, the F-27Q Stryker delivers a thrilling blend of speed and aerobatic precision that\u2019s unlike anything else in its class.","title":"A Stryker With Incredible New Abilities","type":"article","link":"parkzone-f-27q-stryker-review","id":"article_parkzone-f-27q-stryker-review","snippet":"A Stryker With Incredible New Abilities Written By: John Redman Posted: 2011-07-20 A Stryker With Incredible New Abilities John Redman 2011-07-20 Designed by world aerobatic champion Quique Somenzini, the F-27Q Stryker delivers a thrilling blend of..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"John Redman","articleDate":"2011-09-22","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2313-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"How do you place your remote receivers in your model when using Spektrum™ or JR® DSM® technology? We walk you through the tricks of the trade to show you a good place to start for better placement in your model.","title":"Ensuring Positive Performance in Receiver Installations","type":"article","link":"2313-antenna-placement-when-using-remote-receivers","id":"article_2313-antenna-placement-when-using-remote-receivers","snippet":"Ensuring Positive Performance in Receiver Installations Written By: John Redman Posted: 2011-09-22 Ensuring Positive Performance in Receiver Installations John Redman 2011-09-22 How do you place your remote receivers in your model when using..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"","articleDate":"2006-09-25","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1616-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Read more about how to install a Saito 56 into your Hangar 9 Tribute 36.","title":"Install a Saito 56 in your Tribute","type":"article","link":"1616-install-a-saito-56-in-your-tribute","id":"article_1616-install-a-saito-56-in-your-tribute","snippet":"Install a Saito 56 in your Tribute Posted: 2006-09-25 Install a Saito 56 in your Tribute 2006-09-25 Install a Saito 56 in the Tribute 36 3D ARF The Hangar 9 Tribute 36 3D has proven to be a just truly fun model for everyone to haul out of the trunk..."},{"articleType":"reviews","articleAuthor":"Jim Booker","articleDate":"2010-07-09","articleCategory":"airplane:reviews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2171-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"We Review an exciting new model from ParkZone—The Extra 300 BNF and PNP","title":"We Review an exciting new model from ParkZone—The Extra 300 BNF and PNP","type":"article","link":"2171-we-review-an-exciting-new-model-from-parkzone8212the-extra-300-bnf-and-pnp","id":"article_2171-we-review-an-exciting-new-model-from-parkzone8212the-extra-300-bnf-and-pnp","snippet":"We Review an exciting new model from ParkZone—The Extra 300 BNF and PNP Written By: Jim Booker Posted: 2010-07-09 We Review an exciting new model from ParkZone—The Extra 300 BNF and PNP Jim Booker 2010-07-09 Since the..."},{"articleType":"previews","articleAuthor":"Jim Booker","articleDate":"2009-09-01","articleCategory":"airplane:previews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2020-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"See the new ParkZone Ultra Micro P-51","title":"We Preview ParkZone's Ultra-Micro P-51 RTF and BNF","type":"article","link":"2020-we-preview-parkzones-ultramicro-p51-rtf-and-bnf","id":"article_2020-we-preview-parkzones-ultramicro-p51-rtf-and-bnf","snippet":"We Preview ParkZone's Ultra-Micro P-51 RTF and BNF Written By: Jim Booker Posted: 2009-09-01 We Preview ParkZone's Ultra-Micro P-51 RTF and BNF Jim Booker 2009-09-01 SPECIFICATIONS Wingspan:15.8 in (401mm) Overall Length:14.3 in (363mm) Flying..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"","articleDate":"2005-06-23","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1472-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Always wanted to create arcs, checkers and more designs with UltraCote but didn't know how? Team JR member Brian Hueffmeier, one of the best at creating intricate designs with UltraCote, shares his tips and techniques.","title":"Creating Intricate Designs With UltraCote","type":"article","link":"1472-creating-intricate-designs-with-ultracote","id":"article_1472-creating-intricate-designs-with-ultracote","snippet":"Creating Intricate Designs With UltraCote Posted: 2005-06-23 Creating Intricate Designs With UltraCote 2005-06-23 GET YOUR PLANE IN \u201cSHAPE\u201d ULTRACOTE FOR ARCS, CURVES & MORE GREAT SHAPES By Brian Hueffmeier, Team JR HAN100- Heat Gun Sealing Iron..."},{"articleType":"reviews","articleAuthor":"John Redman","articleDate":"2011-07-01","articleCategory":"airplane:reviews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2284-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Giant Scale SUV for the Modeler","title":"Hangar 9 33% Pawnee Review","type":"article","link":"2284-hangar-9-33-pawnee-review","id":"article_2284-hangar-9-33-pawnee-review","snippet":"Hangar 9 33% Pawnee Review Written By: John Redman Posted: 2011-07-01 Hangar 9 33% Pawnee Review John Redman 2011-07-01 This big, beautiful recreation of Piper's famous ag workhorse may look imposing, but it's really a pushover. Even with its 130+..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"John Redman","articleDate":"2011-06-17","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2272-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Replacing the tail section on the Corsair is easy and only takes a few minutes to do. Follow these steps and you will have a new tail on that bird in no time","title":"How To Replace the Tail on Your Ultra Micro Corsair","type":"article","link":"2272-how-to-replace-the-tail-on-your-ultra-micro-corsair","id":"article_2272-how-to-replace-the-tail-on-your-ultra-micro-corsair","snippet":"How To Replace the Tail on Your Ultra Micro Corsair Written By: John Redman Posted: 2011-06-17 How To Replace the Tail on Your Ultra Micro Corsair John Redman 2011-06-17 With a number of flights on your Corsair, you may find that perhaps it just..."},{"articleType":"events","articleAuthor":"","articleDate":"2005-03-23","articleCategory":"airplane:events","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1446-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"The 2005 Electric Tournament of Champions (or E-TOC) and E-X Games will be held April 1-2, 2005 in Toledo, Ohio.","title":"2005 E-TOC Takes Off April 1","type":"article","link":"1446-2005-etoc-takes-off-april-1","id":"article_1446-2005-etoc-takes-off-april-1","snippet":"2005 E-TOC Takes Off April 1 Posted: 2005-03-23 2005 E-TOC Takes Off April 1 2005-03-23 Just as with any activity, competition RC soaring in the upper Midwest had gotten a bit stale and enthusiasm was pretty flat in the late 1990s. In the fall of..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"Doug Cronkhite, Team JR","articleDate":"2004-12-10","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1409-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Team JR member Doug Cronkhite explains the proper way to mechanically set up your plane for 3D flight.","title":"The Mechanics of 3D Flight","type":"article","link":"1409-the-mechanics-of-3d-flight","id":"article_1409-the-mechanics-of-3d-flight","snippet":"The Mechanics of 3D Flight Written By: Doug Cronkhite, Team JR Posted: 2004-12-10 The Mechanics of 3D Flight Doug Cronkhite, Team JR 2004-12-10 3D flight is one of the fastest growing areas of our hobby. As these 3D airplanes like the Seagull..."},{"articleType":"reviews","articleAuthor":"Dave Martin","articleDate":"2003-04-23","articleCategory":"airplane:reviews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1211-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"From Model Airplane News - Hangar 9's new Alpha Trainer is attractive and flies smoothly, and from a distance...","title":"Hangar 9 Alpha Trainer","type":"article","link":"1211-hangar-9-alpha-trainer","id":"article_1211-hangar-9-alpha-trainer","snippet":"Hangar 9 Alpha Trainer Written By: Dave Martin Posted: 2003-04-23 Hangar 9 Alpha Trainer Dave Martin 2003-04-23 In the air, Hangar 9's new Alpha Trainer is attractive and flies smoothly, and from a distance you would be hard-pressed to distinguish..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"","articleDate":"2000-06-05","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1028-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"'Once upon a time' and way back when, there were two kinds of models at the flying field. There were, of course, the kit or scratch-built planes, who's owners put their 'blood, sweat and tears' into building, covering and detailing.","title":"Anatomy of an ARF","type":"article","link":"1028-anatomy-of-an-arf","id":"article_1028-anatomy-of-an-arf","snippet":"Anatomy of an ARF Posted: 2000-06-05 Anatomy of an ARF 2000-06-05 \"Once upon a time\" and way back when, there were two kinds of models at the flying field. There were, of course, the kit or scratch-built planes, who's owners put their \"blood, sweat..."},{"articleType":"events","articleAuthor":"Jim Booker","articleDate":"2008-01-16","articleCategory":"airplane:events","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1752-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Plan on Attending May 28–June 1, 2008 at the Monticello/Piatt County Airport, Monticello, Illinois.","title":"Come Fly With Us at the Sixth Annual International Aero Tow.","type":"article","link":"1752-come-fly-with-us-at-the-sixth-annual-international-aero-tow","id":"article_1752-come-fly-with-us-at-the-sixth-annual-international-aero-tow","snippet":"Come Fly With Us at the Sixth Annual International Aero Tow. Written By: Jim Booker Posted: 2008-01-16 Come Fly With Us at the Sixth Annual International Aero Tow. Jim Booker 2008-01-16 Located just outside of Monticello, Illinois at the Piatt..."},{"articleType":"how-tos","articleAuthor":"Jim Booker","articleDate":"2008-12-30","articleCategory":"airplane:how-tos","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1867-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Have Fun Repairing your F-4U or T-28","title":"How to Repair Your ParkZone Trojan or Corsair","type":"article","link":"1867-how-to-repair-your-parkzone-trojan-or-corsair","id":"article_1867-how-to-repair-your-parkzone-trojan-or-corsair","snippet":"How to Repair Your ParkZone Trojan or Corsair Written By: Jim Booker Posted: 2008-12-30 How to Repair Your ParkZone Trojan or Corsair Jim Booker 2008-12-30 by Jim Booker Flying ParkZone's T-28 Trojan and F4U Corsair is great fun. And even if you..."},{"articleType":"reviews","articleAuthor":"John Reid","articleDate":"2004-11-18","articleCategory":"airplane:reviews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1404-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"From Model Airplane News - 'If you\u2019ve wanted to get into 3D aerobatics or precision flying in a big way, you can\u2019t beat the Hangar 9 Extra 330S.'","title":"Review: Hangar 9 Extra 330S","type":"article","link":"1404-review-hangar-9-extra-330s","id":"article_1404-review-hangar-9-extra-330s","snippet":"Review: Hangar 9 Extra 330S Written By: John Reid Posted: 2004-11-18 Review: Hangar 9 Extra 330S John Reid 2004-11-18 The Extra 330S is Hangar 9\u2019s newest plane in the 33% category. Designed by veteran Tournament of Champions pilot Mike McConville,..."},{"articleType":"reviews","articleAuthor":"Jim Booker","articleDate":"2008-09-17","articleCategory":"airplane:reviews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1831-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Review: ParkZone's F4U Corsair RTF/PNP","title":"Review: ParkZone's F4U Corsair RTF/PNP","type":"article","link":"1831-review-parkzones-f4u-corsair-rtfpnp","id":"article_1831-review-parkzones-f4u-corsair-rtfpnp","snippet":"Review: ParkZone's F4U Corsair RTF/PNP Written By: Jim Booker Posted: 2008-09-17 Review: ParkZone's F4U Corsair RTF/PNP Jim Booker 2008-09-17 SPECIFICATIONS Wingspan: 44in (1118mm) Overall Length: 35in (889mm) Flying Weight: 30oz (850 g) Motor Size:..."},{"articleType":"reviews","articleAuthor":"John Adams","articleDate":"2003-09-02","articleCategory":"airplane:reviews","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/1229-lead?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"Hangar 9® caters to all types of entry-level pilots with the Arrow and Alpha trainers. Find out how easy they are to fly.","title":"A Tale of Two Trainers","type":"article","link":"1229-a-tale-of-two-trainers","id":"article_1229-a-tale-of-two-trainers","snippet":"A Tale of Two Trainers Written By: John Adams Posted: 2003-09-02 A Tale of Two Trainers John Adams 2003-09-02 Traditionally, trainers with flat-bottom airfoils have ruled the flying field. Flat bottom airfoils offer positive self-recovering flight..."},{"articleType":"events","articleAuthor":"John Redman and Gary Katzer","articleDate":"2011-11-17","articleCategory":"airplane:events","summaryImage":"http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/horizonhobby/2327%2Dleadrevised?$ArticleTeaser$","path":"","summary":"iHobby is our yearly celebration of everything RC-related. From cool new gadgets and gizmos to the latest aircraft, to revolutionary cars and trucks and more, you'll find it all at iHobby. John Redman and Gary Katzer bring you the sights, sounds and fun.","title":"2011 iHobby Floor Coverage","type":"article","link":"2327-2011-ihobby-floor-coverage","id":"article_2327-2011-ihobby-floor-coverage","snippet":"2011 iHobby Floor Coverage Written By: John Redman and Gary Katzer Posted: 2011-11-17 2011 iHobby Floor Coverage John Redman and Gary Katzer 2011-11-17 iHobby is our yearly celebration of everything RC-related. From cool new gadgets and gizmos to..."}]}
Everything you need to know about the race series that brings together the best of the best RC pylon pilots to compete head-to-head at various sites around the country.
It is very common today to use two servos per aileron on most larger models. However, this set-up requires some very special attention to assure that the servos don't fight each other.
From Backyard Flyer - 'The Ultimate EP Profile has good flight stability at all speeds. At high speed on low rates, the plane responds immediately to control inputs without being overly sensitive.'
When setting up an airplane, my cardinal rule is to try keep pilot workload to a minimum- by programming the radio so that it does as much work as possible.
Propeller vibration can damage electronics, engine bearings and weaken structures over time. We show you how to remove that vibration from your model to help you find a smoother running model with better performance over time.
If only electricity came in a bottle. Although it can be a headache, battery charging doesn't have to be a guessing game. We talked to Team JR member, Anderson Yau, about proper Ni-Cd charging.
This tutorial should help you replace the tail on your Ultra Micro Pole Cat in just a few short minutes in the work shop. We walk you through the steps explaining exactly what to do and when to do it.
We show you step by step what it takes to bring your Corsair back to life with a new wing. In just a few short minutes and some basic tools, we will help you get a new wing on that bird for the next flying session.
Designed by world aerobatic champion Quique Somenzini, the F-27Q Stryker delivers a thrilling blend of speed and aerobatic precision that’s unlike anything else in its class.
How do you place your remote receivers in your model when using Spektrum™ or JR® DSM® technology? We walk you through the tricks of the trade to show you a good place to start for better placement in your model.
Always wanted to create arcs, checkers and more designs with UltraCote but didn't know how? Team JR member Brian Hueffmeier, one of the best at creating intricate designs with UltraCote, shares his tips and techniques.
Replacing the tail section on the Corsair is easy and only takes a few minutes to do. Follow these steps and you will have a new tail on that bird in no time
'Once upon a time' and way back when, there were two kinds of models at the flying field. There were, of course, the kit or scratch-built planes, who's owners put their 'blood, sweat and tears' into building, covering and detailing.
iHobby is our yearly celebration of everything RC-related. From cool new gadgets and gizmos to the latest aircraft, to revolutionary cars and trucks and more, you'll find it all at iHobby. John Redman and Gary Katzer bring you the sights, sounds and fun.
