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The new look British Model Flying Association (BMFA) website is now live. To this observers eyes it looks fresher and seems to be easier to navigate although more important, it still provides a comprehensive list of clubs in the UK and should be a first port of call for anyone seeking somewhere to fly. Click…

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US aircraft manufacturer Sonex has unveiled an electric powered, full size aircraft that has an uncanny resemblance to an R/C electric model. E-Flight’s proof-of-concept prototype uses their flight proven Waiex airframe coupled with a purpose-built AeroConversions brushless DC cobalt motor, controller, and a highly efficient battery and charging system. Initial top speeds will reach approximately…

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Well, we’d like to extend our sincere apologies to readers who have bought our Special Issue only to find that the plan is incorrect. I should quickly add that the error isn’t the fault of designer Tony Nijhuis but occurred in-house when the design was transferred to our system. So what are we doing? Well,…

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Some explanation may be in order for those unfamiliar with a Podcast. Basically a free home made radio programme or indeed a downloadable professional show, Podcasts have become hugely popular over the last few years and now cover a gamut of subjects from knitting to, well, RC flying. Some RC Podcasts have come and gone…

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The above headline from the Sun newspaper on 27th September aroused our curiosity not least because the newspaper reported that the flyer in question had been hired on a £50,000 contract by the army. Tasked to take off and land UAVs, the unnamed ‘champ’ had been recruited after Royal Artillery troops had crashed a number…

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Many of us buy and sell the odd model every now and again but I hope you don’t mind me drawing your attention to a rather impressive model that’s just come up for sale. LMA member and renown large jet flyer Gordon Nichols has decided to part company with V for Victor, his 17.5ft span…

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Make a nice Christmas prezzie don’t you think? Haynes, that venerable series of guides we all bought to help patch up our old Minis, Escorts and Cavaliers have moved into aircraft with the launch of this, their new Spitfire manual. Designed to appeal to aircraft lovers as well as mechanics, it gives an insight into…

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The Venus 40 ARTF made it easy for fans of .40-size models to enjoy the challenge of pattern aerobatics. Now, the Venus II ARTF offers pilots the chance to enjoy the same crisp performance and ARTF convenience with a .60 – 1.20-size airframe. The span is 1675mm (66″) and the flying weight should be around…

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Here’s a peek at the IL300, a special issue in-line four cylinder effort from engine giants O.S. It’s being utilised here by Australian Tom Watson in a fantastic Tiger Moth – click the image for a bigger view. We’ll have more on the IL300 with a full review from Brian Winch in this year’s RCM&E…

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First off, yes, I know it’s spelt ‘mettle’; it was an attempt at a pun. You’ll see why shortly, although that won’t make it any funnier. Sorry. Spanish-based outfit Alumairplanes have launched the first of a unique series of model aeroplanes – yes, the clue’s in the comapny title. The Canadair CL-415, which boasts a…

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