From the Ground Up: Not Your Stock Hobbistar MK III
Frank Granelli details the assembly and modifications of the Hobbistar 60 MK III, emphasizing careful installation of servos, engine, and landing gear. He also discusses aligning the stabilizer and ensuring proper control movements before test flights next month.
From the Ground Up: Not Your Stock Hobbistar MK III
Frank Granelli details modifications to the Hobbistar 60 MK III, highlighting the benefits of dual aileron servos and flaperons for improved flight performance.
From the Ground Up: The End of the Beginning
Frank Granelli discusses RTF, ARF, and wood kit aircraft for RC pilots, emphasizing the benefits of ARF models like the Hobbistar 60 Mk III, which balance build complexity with upgrade potential. He details construction tips, necessary adhesives, and modifications to enhance performance.
Plane Talk: AtlantaHobby.com Curtiss Jenny Electric Scale ARF
The author enjoys flying giant ARF models like the P-47 Thunderbolt and is impressed by the factory-built Green RC Models JN-4 Jenny, which requires minimal assembly. Despite initial reluctance due to the model's rigging complexity, the author finds it manageable. The Jenny performs well in the air, offering a blend of scale realism and ease of flight, with an impressive climb and handling characteristics.
REVIEW - 2014/09
My RC flight experience is extensive, but the thrill of watching my airplane climb into the sky, cruise in that wild blue, and then softly return to Earth never seems to pale. Each flight is more rewarding than its predecessor.
