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Sam Snyder’s Spectacular Javelin
One neat nugget of interest I found at the 30th Annual Southwest Jet Rally was Sam Snyder. Sam is certainly no newcomer to scale modeling. He’s not big on kit building, preferring to draw his own...
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Micro Warbird Makeover
Over the past several years, the arrival of ARFs has provided a means for many to quickly get into RC flying. Today, preassembled models have improved to the point where many exceed the level of...
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Have you “Built to Win”? Get your free plans!
Model Airplane News has a contest to build interest in RC model building while giving its readers an excuse to get back in the workshop. I has been busy and have come up with several models based on...
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Warbird Makeover: small details create big results
No doubt about it, among warbirds, the Vought F4U Corsair ranks way up near the top as a favorite with modelers. The bent-wing bird, as it’s often called, has a look like no other WW II fighter. From...
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Flak Damage –The Ultimate in Scale Detail, or Weathering Gone Wild?
While searching for intel at the recent Warbirds over the Rockies event, MAN contributor Rich Uravitch found something extraordinary. Here’s what his report revealed. Since the theme of the event was...
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P-47 Thunderbolt Makeover—Republic’s Street Fighter in British War Paint
I’ve always liked Republic’s big P-47 Thunderbolt and I’m certain I’m not alone. A longtime favorite of warbird enthusiasts, the Jug has its own remarkable place in the history of aerial warfare. In...
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Ultimate Ugly Duckling??
The Shorts SC-7 Skyvan has become a favorite ride for skydiving enthusiasts throughout the world. It’s box-like structure is utilitarian, forming a efficient container for all forms of cargo from...
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12 O’Clock High preview –Photos from the Flightline
Some really neat stuff showed up at this year’s event. Full coverage in an upcoming issue of MAN. Model Airplane News - The #1 resource for RC plane and helicopter enthusiasts featuring...
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Florida Jets — A view from the Flightline — 75 Photos
As a MAN contributor and all around nice guy, I find myself traveling a lot to cover events for the magazine and most recently, I stopped by the Florida Jets event at Paradise Field in Lakeland, FL. Be...
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Top Gun Video Interview — Gabriel Pellegrini and his F-100 Super Sabre
MAN contributor and Top Gun Craftsmanship Judge Rich Uravitch caught up with the builder of this amazing turbine powered F-100 to get his inside story. A true international adventure. Model Airplane...
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Customize Your ARF: Scale Tips & Tricks
It’s early Sunday morning. You stayed up late finishing your new ARF warbird last night, and you’re raring to get to the field to collect all the “Oohs,” “Aahs” and accolades that come with the...
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