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RC Plane Blog Articles

Are you a radio control airplane enthusiast? Or maybe you’re just getting started in the world of air RC? In either case, we’ve got you covered with our RC airplane blogs. Our experts cover a variety of topics for expert and beginner RC airplane pilots from product selection and modifications to accessorizing, trimming, servo settings, and so much more! Check out our RC airplane blogs frequently for the latest information.

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Behind the Innovation: Mike Patey’s DRACO Plane

Behind the Innovation: Mike Patey’s DRACO Plane

The story behind Mike Patey’s DRACO RC plane. The DRACO airplane is now an amazing RC!

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FAA Remote Identification - What You Need to Know

FAA Remote Identification - What You Need to Know

FAA Remote Identification – What You Need to Know

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AR637T Receiver Setup via Forward Programming - Horizon Insider Tech Talk

AR637T Receiver Setup via Forward Programming - Horizon Insider Tech Talk

Kyle Roberts shares programming instruction and setup with the Spektrum AR637T Receiver.

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Top 5 RC Gifts for the 2020 Holiday Season

Top 5 RC Gifts for the 2020 Holiday Season

Kyle Roberts shares his 2020 holiday gift guide of all thing RC.

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How to: Fly a Commercial Airline with LiPo Batteries

How to: Fly a Commercial Airline with LiPo Batteries

Understanding best practices for safely transporting LiPo batteries on commercial airlines

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ARF Build Tips: Servo Installation Tips (Aileron/Flap)

ARF Build Tips: Servo Installation Tips (Aileron/Flap)

Kyle Roberts walks us through making perfect ARF aileron and flap servo door installs.

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Wattage vs Amperage

Wattage vs Amperage

Learn about wattage and amperage and RC battery charging basics.

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E-flite UMX Night Vapor - Horizon Insider All-In-One-Box Feature

E-flite UMX Night Vapor - Horizon Insider All-In-One-Box Feature

Learn more about the E-flite UMX Night Vapor

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Best Beginner RC Planes for 2020!

Best Beginner RC Planes for 2020!

Kyle Roberts rolls out his picks for best beginner RC planes for 2020.

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E-flite P-51D Mustang 1.5m Extra Scale Warbird

E-flite P-51D Mustang 1.5m Extra Scale Warbird

Buying Guide: E-flite P-51D Mustang 1.5m Extra Scale RC Warbird

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E-fliteÂź Twin Otter 1.2m PNP & BNF Basic Airplane (includes floats)

E-fliteÂź Twin Otter 1.2m PNP & BNF Basic Airplane (includes floats)

An E-Flite RC Twin Otter 1.2m PNP & BNF Basic Buying Guide

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E-flite F-18 Hornet 80mm EDF Fighter Jet

E-flite F-18 Hornet 80mm EDF Fighter Jet

The E-flite F-18 Hornet RC Fighter Jet features an all-new design with the size, scale details, functional features, and performance to deliver an unmatched flying experience.

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