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Posted on September 30, 2009 by aaronredbaron
In our last article we introduced you to Align’s most performance oriented 450 to date, the T-Rex 450 Pro. With an all new design by Jason Krause, the T-Rex 450 Pro is a far cry from Align’s heli origins.
Posted on September 25, 2009 by aaronredbaron
Align entered the RC heli market a short 5 years ago with the gray plastic version of their original T-Rex 450x. The original model left a lot to be desired, yet hinted at the thoroughbred hiding underneath. Since the release…
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Posted on September 23, 2009 by aaronredbaron
Flying wings have become a staple in our hobby. From the classic Zagi to the increasingly popular Parkzone Stryker, most flying wings are fast, maneuverable, and durable. Most flying wings make use of vertical stabilizers to provide yaw stability, but…
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Posted on September 16, 2009 by aaronredbaron
Sunday, September 20, 2009, Brooks, Oregon- Despite the rain that pestered the event, Sunday turned out to be gorgeous! It was slightly breezy, and right before the end of the day my poor Pop up shade canopy blew away…
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Posted on September 15, 2009 by aaronredbaron
In our world of model aviation, a loss of control usually results in a damaged model, and nothing more. When the Military has to shoot down a rogue UAV which has lost all communication and is embarking on its own…
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Posted on September 11, 2009 by aaronredbaron
Perhaps its ironic that as technology matures, we are able to enjoy smaller, simpler models which make enjoying the hobby ever easier. I have been rather impressed with Parkzone’s line of micro RC airplanes. Weighing in around an ounce all…
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Posted on September 9, 2009 by aaronredbaron
It seems one of the most primitive aspects of model helicopters is the way we hold the canopy on. It would seem with all of that fancy gadgetry under the hood, there would be some kind of trick canopy latch…
Continue ReadingPosted on September 7, 2009 by aaronredbaron
FPV flying is growing in popularity by leaps and bounds. Like this author, many people have been drawn to the ability to soar with their model from an on-board perspective. Suddenly that boring park is like an aerial playground. Landmarks…
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Posted on September 2, 2009 by aaronredbaron
Scotty Bouck has been working hard to make one of his favorite flying contraptions, Simplicious, into a laser cut kit. The all depron (light-weight sheet foam) model uses hollow construction techniques, and builds easily with only basic skills and tools.…
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