Author Archives: ModelAirplane

Soon after the first powered flight by the Wright brothers in December 1903, building and collecting model airplanes became a fast growing hobby of the old and young alike. In the earlier times… Continue reading →

In the early years of aviation after the golden age of air ship, more precisely after Charles Lindbergh’s solo flight across the Atlantic in 1927, airplanes with radial engines ruled the skies… Continue reading →

Whether one is old or young, anyone can enjoy flying hobby and learn the basics of flight at any age. There are many remote control models one can choose from. The F16 Fighter Jet is a good model… Continue reading →

Contrary to popular belief, people who work in model shops don’t spend all day every day playing with their own models!!!

However on Friday afternoon Dale and myself decided we were going… Continue reading →

Airfix has been making model kits for many, many years. They specialize in war related model kits with an emphasis on the two world wars and the machinery used to win those wars.

They have… Continue reading →

As I explained last time the Mercury Marauder had completed her maiden flight without incident. I had now flown her about 10 times and had tweaked the balance and was really feeling quite… Continue reading →

Gas RC planes, also known as nitro planes, are very realistic and are the most popular type of airplane amongst remote control hobbyist. The only problem is that many beginners buy one without… Continue reading →