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Every year, Horizon Hobby puts on one of the best air events in Europe, more specifically Germany! While we didn’t get a chance to attend this years Air Meet, we wanted to share some pics for everyone as well as the official Horizon Videos, so you can see what the event is all about, and maybe try to plan a [...]
Just announced by E-Flite is the F-27 Evolution. The Evolution is an updated version of the F-27 that comes with more power, a sleek FPV option, and removable wings to make transport and storage easier. Here are some of its other highlights- * Ballistic speeds up to 105mph!!! * SAFE Select Technology for increased stability * Lightweight EPO design * 40″ wingspan, 3 piece [...]
New from Graupner USA is a pair of air speed controllers. Both ESCs are extremely small to fit in tight spaces and sport a 5.3V 3A BEC. Designed around advanced 50 MHz Silabs processors, one is rated for 20 amps while the other is 35 amps. Both ESCs are shipping right now for your flying pleasure. The Graupner Ultra 35 A [...]
Just announced by the good folks over at Great Planes are three new airplanes. All three offer great value while bringing performance and big fun to the table. First up is the Giant Big Stik XL. You can see this one pictured above and it certainly is a giant airplane. Great Planes took the classic Stik and stretched it out for [...]
Coming in September to Tower Hobbies is the Phoenix Model A-26 ARF. The A-26 is an extremely scale detailed recreation of one of WWII’s most famous light bombers. It has a giant wingspan of over 90 inches and can be used with electric or glow powerplants. * One piece canopy * Two piece wings for easy transport * Metal suspension struts * Made to [...]
Just announced by E-Flite is the Cirrus SR22T. The Cirrus comes in two different versions, BNF and PNP, and is high detailed for some serious scale realism. It is so realistic that it is even fully licensed! Here is the scoop- * 1.5m park flyer * Two-piece, plug-in wing design * Convenient hands-free servo connection system * Realistic and functional interior cabin & exterior [...]
New and ready to take to the sky is the Husky 1800S from Graupner. The Husky is a large airplane with a 71″ wingspan and can be landed on multiple surfaces like grass, dirt, snow, or even water. The Graupner was designed for short take offs and landings (STOL), just like its full sized counterpart. * Comes with tundra wheels, can [...]
Shipping now from Graupner is the HoTTrigger 1400 Sport 3D ARF in red. The HoTTrigger was designed for a wide flight envelope, meaning it is easy to go from low speed to high speed flight. It can be flown by sport pilots, but also has the 3D capabilities to be fun for those experienced with 3D flight. * Aluminum primary landing [...]
Have you ever wanted to start flying rc airplanes? If so, the new T-28 Trojan from HobbyZone was designed to help you teach yourself how to fly. The T-28 comes pre-built, making it easy to hit the skies as quickly as possible, and it comes with Horizon Hobby’s SAFE technology which makes it extra easy to fly. Better still, it [...]
Announced today by Blade is the UM F-27 FPV BNF Basic. This ultra micro sized aircraft brings FPV excitement to a small platform that can be flown nearly anywhere. A lightweight Z-Foam airframe is used for durability while built-in AS3X stabilization and SAFE technology make it easy to fly. * Can be flown indoors or out * Compact Spektrum 150mW video transmitter * [...]
New from E-flite is the Carbon-Z Cessna 150. The Cessna is a 84″ giant scale aircraft that is closely modeled after its full scale counterpart. It will be available as either a BNF or a PNP with pricing starting at $379. Here are some of its highlights- * Brushless power system with 60 amp ESC * Loads of scale detailing * Pre-installed LED [...]
Recently announced by Great Planes is the Ultra Sport 46/EP ARF. The Ultra Sport is a classic aerobatic plane with contemporary styling and the ability to run off of a electric power system. * Comes as a Almost-Ready-to-Fly model * Can be used with electric or glow power * Mechanical retracts for better performance & style * Symmetrical airfoil for a wider aerobatic [...]
The UMX A-10 Warthog BL BNF Basic from E-Flite is an affordable pre-assembled aircraft designed to put a smile on your face. The A-10 is ultra-micro in size with a wingspan of 22.1″ and comes with an abundance of power thanks to its 13,500kV brushless motors. * Incredible scale detailing * Twin 28mm ducted fans * AS3X stability control * Functional dual rudders * Flight [...]
Getting a good flight simulator can help save you time and money before you start flying. If you are in the market for one, Hobbico has just announced their latest, the RealFlight RF-X. RealFlight RF-X has incredibly realistic physics & graphics that are powered by UNIGINE, making it fun to learn how to fly. * Easy to use interface with zero [...]
Looking to go a bit more extreme with your FPV racing? If so, look no farther than the new Manta FPV Racer from Blade. This flying wing comes set-up for not only FPV viewing, but also for some serious speed. How fast does it go? You can expect speeds in excess of 90 mph with the included Blade 1800kv brushless [...]
