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Discover the Fun in Fun Fly!
Fun Flying is a great way to enjoy your model airplane hobby. Discover how fun flying introduces specific tasks into your flying either timed missions or manoeuvers completed, simple or complex. Supported by all levels of flying and modelling expertise this is a great way to learn and have fun at the same time - and in the company of friends. And you'll certainly have more of those by the time you've finished! Read
By: Bruce Bird | 08/08/2006 | Sports and Fitness
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Model Airplane Finds Missing Man
Describes how a low cost model airplane brought a long and expensive ground search for a missing man to a close in a single day. Tells modellers the various methods of using their cameras to get yet more fun out of their model airplanes and even make a business out of it. Read
By: Bruce Bird | 05/06/2006 | Sports and Fitness
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Discover the Thrill of Model Airplane Combat
The human race is naturally competitive and it's only natural that airplane modelers are going to find a way to pit their flying skills against each other. In recent years, model airplane combat has grown exponentially. In combat, competitors tie a lengthy streamer to the rear of their model, and take to the skies in an attempt to cut their opponents streamer with their propeller or .. Read
By: Bruce Bird | 30/05/2006 | Sports and Fitness
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Uncover the 2-Stroke Model Airplane Engine
A clear explanation of the inner working of the most popular 2-stroke model engine and why it dominates the market. What happens where and when and why these little monsters are models of efficiency and reliability. Read
By: Bruce Bird | 12/05/2006 | Gadgets and Gizmos
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Model Airplanes from Builder's Cast-Offs!
Learn how to create exciting aerobatic models from builders cast offs. Sources of free model airplane plans revealed as well as free online help. Start with the plans then let your imagination run away with you as you experiment with fantastic models airplanes built for pennies Read
By: Bruce Bird | 04/05/2006 | Sports and Fitness
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3 Simple Steps to Choosing the Right Radio Frequency
Radio Control modelling is completely dependent on radio frequencies. Often, enthusiasts of these popular sports are advised just to buy what's in the box. But what if it's the wrong choice for them or their circumstances. Or just downright inconvenient. This article explains the 3 simple steps to making the right choice about radio frequencies and getting maximum enjoyment out of your model. Read
By: Bruce Bird | 27/04/2006 | Sports and Fitness
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Electric flight - the best and worst of Li-Po
Seen those great looking model airplanes whizzing around the park recently - but without the noise? Whatever happened to that mosquito snarl? Discover the impact that Li-Po is having, the most recent advance in power for electric model airplanes. Discover how to calculate their normal and max power as well as their endurance - and a safety warning. Read
By: Bruce Bird | 20/04/2006 | Sports and Fitness