Radio Controlled Airplanes

Do you have an RC airplane Do you love your plane? Whether stock RTF or custom-built, show us your RC airplane and tell us what makes it so cool. And if it is something of a dud, tell us about that plane too.

Having been awhile since I have flown radio controlled planes, I decided to pick back up with the HobbyZone Aerobird 3. While this is not a direct beginners plane it does have a similar feeling to it in sport mode. This plane has both great features and major drawbacks. Further into the review I'll cover these aspects. The Aerobird 3 is a 3-channel electric V-tail style plane.

From what to look for when buying an RC airplane to how and where to fly, read detailed answers to frequently asked questions about RC airplanes.

Whether you've spent $20 or $200 on an RC airplane, to get the most fun and enjoyment you need to know a little more than 'what goes up must come down' (although that's important). Discover what to look for and how to control your RC airplane by identifying the key parts and key transmitter controls used for flying radio controlled airplanes.

These indoor flyers can usually handle some outdoor flight time, typically require more room than the toy indoor flyers, and are best for intermediate to expert pilots.

These may be toys but they're fun for more than kids. These micro and mini indoor RC airplanes have either infrared or 2 channel 27/49 MHz controllers.

These are the smallest of the small. Tiny micro RC airplanes that can fly almost anywhere indoors. They may be tiny but they aren't necessarily designed for tiny fingers -- because of their delicate nature and cost.

Learn how to build and fly radio controlled airplanes. They answer questions about flying, provide free airplane plans, and describes all the various types of RC airplanes.

Slope flying uses sailplanes - models that don't have engines but use radio control for steering. Learn more about the sport of slope flying.

Listen to podcasts about RC slope flying. Episodes include mini-reviews of sailplanes, reports from the slopes, and general information about the sport.

At R/C Airplane World read about a few models of ready-to-fly RC airplanes that are simple to operate and sturdy enough for young children and beginners.

From what to look for when buying radio controlled airplanes to how and where to fly an RC plane, read the detailed answers to frequently asked questions about radio controlled airplanes. Explore resources on buying, building, or flying RC planes.