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These are just the briefest of definitions of Radio Controlled Vehicle terminology that starts with A. For a much more detailed description see the individual page for each term.
Actual Speed
How fast an RC goes...
Actuator
A little hinge for lightweight control...
Adverse Yaw
Drag on the ailerons of aircraft create adverse yaw that can make an airplane go against the turn...
After-Burn Oil
Used after burning nitro gas to lubricate the piston...
Aileron
Ailerons are both a part on an airplane and a term describing specific control or movements of RC aircraft...
Airboat
Boat above the water...
Anodized
A process that increases the thickness of the surface of metal parts on an RC.
Antenna
Transmits and receives radio signals...
Antenna Cap
Goes on the end of the antenna tube...
Antenna Tube
Protects the receiver antenna...
Armature
Rotating magnet in the can...

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