RC Plane Blog Articles

Gasoline Engines for RC Airplanes

Learn about the history of gas engines in RC airplanes along with an overview of how these systems work today and tips for flying your own gas engine RC airplane.

Differences Between Electric & Gas RC Airplanes

Choosing your next RC airplane? We break down the differences between electric and gas RC airplanes: cost, noise, upkeep, and more.

Does SAFE Work on All RC Airplanes?

Dive into the technology behind Spektrum SAFE and find out if SAFE works in all RC airplanes.

RC Airplane Supplies: What You Need to Fly on Day One

A beginner’s guide to RC airplane supplies and completion items by skill level, so you can fly the day your new plane arrives.

The Hobby We Keep Coming Back To

The radio control hobby is something special and once you’ve found it, it never leaves you. Here are some stories from fellow enthusiasts.

RC: The Hobby We Share

Happy Father’s Day from the team at Horizon Hobby! We asked employees around the company for some favorite memories of the hobby we share; radio control.

Top Customer-Favorite RC Models of 2026

The list is out - Horizon Hobby’s Top Customer-Favorite RC Models of 2026! These RC cars, planes, and accessories are the most loved, most wished-for, and top rated for the best WOW moments.

How an RC Flight Simulator Can Lead to Success

Learn the key to success in aerobatic RC flying from an experienced RC pilot. Complex maneuvers require proper stick inputs and an RC simulator can get you there!

First RC Flying Experiences

Explore the world of RC flying with an avid hobbyist as he goes from his first RC flying experience (and crash) to no sharing his passion for RC planes with the next generation.

Finding Your RC Passion (and Sharing RC with Others)

How do you help someone find their RC passion? Or if you’re here just thinking about the hobby for yourself, how do you start finding your own RC passion?

Introduction to RC Model Planes

Learn the terms behind radio control planes in this Beginners Guide to RC Airplanes. It’s the perfect introduction to help you take to the skies!

The Threat of Old Batteries to an RC Plane

Old RC batteries can cause you to lose your favorite model and should always undergo thorough testing before launching them into your RC plane.