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Below are articles featured in both the print and online edition of Model Aviation. Select an article to read more.

Grumman Albatross

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Written by Keith Sparks Build this popular flying boat Construction As seen in the August 2017 issue of Model Aviation. Download free plans! (Some browsers may have trouble displaying the PDF in the

O-38F Wall Shelf

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Written by Mark Lanterman Make your own aviation-themed decor How-to article Read the full how-to acrticle in the July 2017 issue of Model Aviation. Download free plans Inspiration Sometimes it’s the

Flight Circle

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Written by Rachelle Haughn Disneyland was once a magical place for a few lucky Control Line pilots As seen in the February 2013 issue of Model Aviation. The children jump to their feet when the first

Club Disaster Relief Program

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Written by Tony Stillman Flying Site Assistance Column As seen in the March 2017 issue of Model Aviation. Hi again! As we move closer to springtime, thoughts of lazy days at the flying field come to

Ready for Liftoff

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Written by Anthony N. Avallone A guide to preflight inspection of model helicopters How-to As seen in the March 2011 issue of Model Aviation. Helicopter Preflight Checklist Machine: • Rotor head and

2016 MultiGP Drone Racing Championship

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Written by Rachelle Haughn The top FPV racing pilots in the country compete at AMA Headquarters Event coverage As seen in the April 2017 issue of Model Aviation. Sponsors Academy of Model Aeronautics

How-To Tips

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Great ideas from our readers How-to As seen in the July 2017 issue of Model Aviation. Rivets There are many ways to add scale details to a project. One of my favorites is rivets—lots of rivets. There

Radio Programming Basics

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Written by Tony Stillman Understanding and utilizing basic features of your RC transmitter Technical Bonus digital content in the July 2017 issue of Model Aviation. Bonus video Today’s model fliers

Detailing an ARF

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Written by John Pomroy How-to Model Aviation digital exclusive. With flying season in full swing, you’re likely spending time at the field polishing your flying skills, but yet a little envious of all