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High Speed Model Airplanes

Admin — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 03:01:27 +0000

Starr Air Craft is located in beautiful Dayton, Minnesota. We offer top of the line model aviation products and professional services such as these…

.Unlimited racing kits customized and finished to your specifications
.The illusive Black Flame 280 Deluxe Unlimited racing engine
.Custom model airplane propeller building services
.Custom model airplane graphics production and application services
.Finishing services for racing or recreational model airplanes

Starr Aircraft was founded by Dick Sizer in 1984, who leads this company today. Driven by a passion to build the finest model aircraft there is, Dick has an unrelenting eye for detail and perfection. Once you see a Starr Aircraft plane in flight, you will immediately understand dedication to the product.

We do serious model aircraft. Whether you are just starting out or are looking for a leading edge on the Unlimited Racing circuit, we offer something for everyone.

We specialize in amazingly realistic and high performance model airplanes, airplane engines, and more. Current products we offer include the Black Flame 280 Deluxe power plant, Stiletto Unlimited racer kits; including the Stiletto giant scale, 20% scale kits and King Cobra model airplane kits. Our expertise in finely tuned propellers can also bring a major improvement to your own aircraft.

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F-16 model airplane

Admin — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 06:36:25 +0000

In an air combat role, the F-16′s maneuverability and combat radius (distance it can fly to enter air combat, stay, fight and return) exceed that of all potential threat fighter aircraft. It can locate targets in all weather conditions and detect low flying aircraft in radar ground clutter. In an air-to-surface role, the F-16 can fly more than 500 miles (860 kilometers), deliver its weapons with superior accuracy, defend itself against enemy aircraft, and return to its starting point. An all-weather capability allows it to accurately deliver ordnance during non-visual bombing conditions. Mahogany Wood. Wingspan 10 1/2 inches, Length 17 inches.

Scalecraft Models produces a large selection of high quality mahogany wood sculptures. With items from the Wright Brother’s Flyer, military, airline, general aviation to modern spacecraft, we are confident you will find what you need.

Our Custom Model Department can produce nearly anything according to your instructions. You decide on the paint scheme, markings, size or anything else you want to have incorporated into your model.

Our Maritime Model Line is a source for many of your display model ship needs. From historic sailing ships to modern military vessels. Our maritime models are highly detailed museum quality replicas you will be proud to display.

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Buy Your Own Aviation Model RC Plane

Admin — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:28:13 +0000

An RC model airplane is a miniature of the original airplane that once flew. They are built using the same principles of aerodynamics as the original planes.

Classic RC model airplanes look exactly like their originals. They are colored just like the original and have the same logos and symbols as the original ones. These planes are either electric or gas powered. Electrically powered classic RC airplanes use high performance batteries which need frequent recharging.

The fuel powered or gas powered classic RC airplanes have a glow plug engine and the fuel used is gasoline, methanol, or nitromethane. They are also referred as nitro RC model airplanes.

RC model airplane enthusiasts who prefer the classic models can purchase kits that are widely available and build their own classic model. The kits are available as ARTF (almost ready to fly) or RTF (ready to fly). But the real hobbyists prefer to assemble their own classic RC airplanes. A little knowledge of aeronautics and airplanes will help but if you don’t have it, you can buy scale RC airplane plans or RC airplane kits and assemble it.

Today vintage RC airplanes have the same classic appearance but they sport the modern glow plug engine and an advanced radio gear.

Traditional classic model RC airplanes were powered by diesel engines, there are still some manufacturers making them. You may buy a kit or build a classic RC airplane from scratch using plans. The classic RC airplanes are large scale models of original planes and balsa wood is used in their construction.

These planes are large and hence fly slowly and gently. These planes will typically have a 4stroke glow plug engine and a 3 channel radio. Ben Buckle, a British company is a much respected manufacturer of classic RC airplanes. You may choose from a number of designs which are available such as ‘Majestic Major’, ‘Buccaneer’ or the ‘Flying Quaker’.

If you prefer the electric powered airplanes then the ‘Aerobatic Classic Bi-Plane Electric RC Plane’ is recommended. It’s a ready to fly model and you can get started once you remove the model from the box. The Bi-Plane design is very stable, the plane performs awesome loops, rolls, upside down flights and many other stunts. It can take off from any smooth surface. The package includes charger, rechargeable batteries, and radio transmitter. This classic RC model airplane appeals to both the novice and veteran.