Category: Airplanes

For a limited time, Save 15% On BavarianDemon Axon and Cortex Pro!

The BavarianDEMON CORTEX is a stabilization system for fix wing model aircraft. And hence an absolute world first in this form. The new brain and heart of your high-quality aircraft – immediately ready to run. The CORTEX does not require any PC or additional software settings – unless it is desired.
The AXON will convince with its ultra-precise flight control, latest 32-bit technology, up to 3 bank sets, intelligent vibration analysis and, for all who do not want to miss a single thing, now including a governor function for electric and gaser/nitro. Moreover the AXON is compatible with all common analog and digital serial Tx/Rx protocols. This innovative technology, available to all RC pilots out there, comes in a brand new X-housing made of fire-red aluminum. It all simply feels great, and in the twinkling of an eye you will find yourself on a new level of performance.

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Come join us next week at Florida Jets! We will be on location in Lakeland, Florida, with many other vendors, pilots, and spectators. Don’t miss out on the thrills of these amazing jets in the beautiful Florida weather!

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Florida Jets is brought to us by Frank Tiano Enterprises.

 

Looking for a last minute build project? Take advantage of the E*Star Models. Imported from Korea, these kits easy to build, and made from ECOblasa and recycled materials! With over ten models to chose from, there is bound to be something to spark your interest!

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One of the most impressive European made sailplanes that we have ever seen. The brand new competition F5J/ALES Samsara 3.2E flies as good as it looks. Gentle, smooth, and very long flights are the standards for this beauty. The careful use of composites with competition balsa, creates a good light structure that will hold its shape for a long time. The synergy of low weight and strong structure is very unusual in a production sailplane and can only be achieved with careful attention to design and construction. The entire model is constructed using free-flight techniques. Top Model uses the latest construction techniques such as CNC milling and laser cutting. The wings as well as horizontal and vertical tail parts are all classic balsa, built-up, D-box, rib/main spare design. The fuselage is gel-coated fiberglass with white finish. Whole model is covered with Ultracote. All control surfaces are hinged with adhesive tape. This fully built sailplane needs only basic assembly and motor/radio installation. The 3-piece wing and full flying stabilizer are each easily removable for transport and storage. Each part is carefully hand-crafted with meticulous attention to detail. Value is simply incredible.

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Couple the beautiful craftsmanship of the Top Model name with the efficiency and power of an AXi!

We have looked high and low for the best motors to place in our in-house builds, but now the search is over. We have compared performance between several manufacturers and AXi hit every requirement. When you look at any of our Top Model aircraft, you will see our suggested setup for the ultimate experience there on the page. The best part is we can find an AXi motor for a very wide range of setups! Make it one step easier (and save some doe) with our AXi Power Packages. These packages are already prepared based on wing size or watt range and contain everything you need.

Here are some of our favorite combinations:

The Samsara White 3.2 Electric Sailplane

Suggested Equipment:

• AXi Cyclone 46/760
• Jeti Advance 70 Pro SB ESC
• 3300 3S battery
• HS-85MG servo (ailerons, flaps)
• MKS Ds6100 servo (rudder, elevator)

 

 

The Albatros 2.4 Electric Sailplane

Suggested Equipment:

• AXi 2820/12
• Jeti Advance 40 Pro SB ESC
• 2700 3S battery
• HS-65HB servo (ailerons)
•  HS-65MG servo (flaps)
• HS-85BB servo (rudder, elevator)

 

The Discus 2a Deluxe Scale Sailplane

Direct Power Upgrade:

• AXi 4120/18
• Jeti Spin Pro 80 ESC
• 5000 5S battery

 

Our Top Model shipment is almost here! Check out another great model you will see arriving – The Indian V.

Top Model describes the Indian V as a “Performance electric sailplane for sports and (competition) flying.”

This V-Tail model offers a thin wing airfoil and a lightweight frame. Its large wing area allows for calm and steady gliding. For easy transportation and storage the wing breaks down into two pieces. Internally the wing is designed using a balsa D-box framework. With the large fiberglass fuselage, there is plenty of space for all your components to fir nicely.  The beautiful carbon fiber tail boom matches nice to its fiberglass fuselage. Control surfaces include ailerons, flaps, and tail. (5 Channels)

Specifications:

• Wingspan: 1960mm
• Length: 1095
• Weight: 650 – 750g
• Wing Area: 32dm^2
• Wing Loading: 20.3 – 23.5g/dm^2
• Airfoil: MH32

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We have gotten several questions regarding the Jeti REX Assist receivers and how to set them up if you are using multiple receivers or a central box. It seemed as something worth addressing. Take a read at this article that Jeti Model posted.

If you plan to use the REX Assist receiver in combination with any additional receiver or Central Box, this article provides you several possibilities of how to connect and set up the devices.

Satellite Receiver Connection:

A satellite receiver (such as R3/RSW) can be connected to the E1 or E2 port on the REX A receiver. In this case, REX A acts as the main receiver with activated flight stabilization and R3/RSW is used as a backup in case signal loss occurs. You can additionally use the Double Path mode in your transmitter.

REX A settings:

Fail-Safe	Fail-Safe type	Output period	E1	E2	Stabilize EX Bus
Enabled	Intelligent	7-20ms	PPM Input	E.g.  Sensor	NO

R3/RSW settings:

Fail-Safe	Output period	Output type	Receiver mode	PPM mode
Disabled	Auto	PPM positive	Normal	Direct

Central Box Connection:

The REX A receivers are able to generate the EX Bus serial output with up to 16 stabilized servo channels. This stabilized output can be used for airplane models equipped with a Central Box.

REX A settings:

Fail-Safe	Fail-Safe type	Output period	E1	E2	Stabilize EX Bus
Enabled	Intelligent	7-20ms	PPM Input	EX Bus	YES

R3/RSW or R3 REX 900 * Settings:

Fail-Safe	Output period	Output type	Receiver mode	PPM mode
Disabled	Auto	PPM positive	Normal	Direct

Many of you have been asking about TopModel and when our next shipment will be in. We are happy to announce that our shipment of over 160 sailplanes and pylon racers are on the way and expected to arrive within the next few weeks. Sign up for our back in stock notification for an email notification when your favorite model arrives.

Don’t forget to ask about our special building services! We can make your dream airplane flying ready in time for the 2018 season.

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Also new to our line of Estar Kits is the Fokker E.III Eindecker.

The Fokker Eindecker fighters were a series of German World War I monoplane single-seat fighter aircraft designed by Dutch engineer Anthony Fokker. Developed in April 1915, the first Eindecker (“Monoplane”) was the first purpose-built German fighter aircraft and the first aircraft to be fitted with a synchronization gear, enabling the pilot to fire a machine gun through the arc of the propeller without striking the blades.

Read more on RCGroups here.

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