Flying With Flaps

Fly like a pro by understanding the basics

E-Flite/Horizon Hobby P-39 Airacobra 1.2m

This unusual WW II model flies as good as it looks!

Protecting The FAA Regulations' Section 336

Section 336 is the reason why today’s model-aircraft and drone fliers have been able to fly without a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot’s license, equipage mandates, and regulatory paperwork. Section 336 is a safe tradition that has been around for many decades. If you like flying your model aircraft for recreation without mandates that include pilot licenses and remote IDs, action is needed now.

Let's Talk Giant Scale

Understanding flaps and their setup.

Six Spectacular Spitfires

Editors’ picks roundup.

Conquer Dead-Stick Landings

Understanding energy management is key.

Hybrid Fokker Triplane: Two Designs Blended Into A Masterpiece

When it comes to scale RC modelers, especially World War I fans, one thing is for sure: They always find a way to use what they have and turn it into something amazing. So the story goes with our good friend and longtime contributor Sal Calvagna and his newly-test-flown hybrid 1/3-scale Fokker Dr.I triplane. Sal acquired a partially started 1/3-scale Fokker triplane project that was built from Ron Weiss Plans (available from Ziroli Giant Scale Plans).

E-Flite/Horizon Hobby F-16 Thunderbirds 70mm EDF

Affordable airshow performance in a fantastic color scheme.

Under The Microscope

As Top Gun’s longtime craftsmanship judge, I’m frequently asked about what I’m looking for on a scale model. Surface detail and overall texture are very important.

Mastering The Three-turn Negative Spin

Inverted excitement at its best

E-Flite/Horizon Hobby Viper 70mm EDF Jet

A great starting point for electric performance jets.

E-Flite/Horizon Hobby Pitts S-1S 850mm BNF

Fly the classic biplane that ushered in aerobatic competition

FMS 3000mm Fox

If you’re thinking of sailplane aerobatics, the MDM-1 Fox is probably the first plane that comes to mind. It is an unmistakable design, with lines resembling that of a fighter rather than a typical glider.

RealFlight RF8 Horizon Hobby Edition

A Favorite Flight Sim Adds Your Favorite Aircraft

Ultimate Performers

AWE-inspiring Giant-scale Rc Aircraft

VQ Warbirds Twin Otter

Fun to build and even more fun to fly!

Great Planes Quik-V6 Q500

Fly an AMA Nationals winner!

FMS P-47D Razorback 1500mm

The ultimate heavy-metal foam fighter!

E-Flite/Horizon Hobby UMX A-10

A micro attack jet with twin-ducted-fan power.

E-Flite/Horizon Hobby Icon A5

A great-looking amphibian with power to spare.

FMS Super EZ V2

A terrific ready-to-fly trainer and sport plane for land and sea.

Tower Hobbies Uproar V2 .46/EP ARF

Those of us who have been in this hobby for a while can certainly remember the original Uproar 40 kit. It was easy to build, and its all-around flight capabilities made it an instant favorite. It took a while, but version 2 is finally here. Gary Wright’s original design has been updated for even better performance, and time challenged pilots will appreciate that it’s now an almost-ready-to-fly (ARF) model.

Ready Made RC Strix Goblin

Perfect for long-range cruising or high-speed FPV.

how to paint and apply pastels for pilot figures

adding life and realism 

Engine Clinic

Vintage Power Questions Answered

HobbyZone/ Horizon Hobby Carbon Cub S+ 1.3m

Earn your wings with this readyto-fly “Jeep with wings”

Planes Worth Modeling

Planes Worth Modeling

Final Approach

A Very Long Road to Top Gun

90 Years Of Flying Passion

As Model Airplane News closes in on the century mark, passion continues to run deep here at Air Age about the fascinating world of flight. We are proud of our storied history and have now joined the elite ranks of the few magazine brands that can boast this success and longevity.

Winners At The Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Jamboree

A must-attend event that should be on everyone’s RC bucket list.