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

Covering Techniques

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Written by Jerry Smith Tips and tricks for using iron-on covering How-to As seen in the February 2014 issue of Model Aviation. After you have built your airplane, it’s time to cover it. Some builders

The Flying Aces Club

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Written by Dennis Norman Preserving and promoting FF stick-and-tissue model aircraft As seen in the December 2016 issue of Model Aviation. On May 21, 1927, Charles A. Lindbergh successfully completed

LiPo Battery Basics

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Understanding the technology and its safe use EducationFor some pilots, the idea of tuning a combustion engine is enough to keep them away from the flying field. Electric-powered aircraft provide

Draw Your View

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Written by Ferrell Papic An original starts on paper, even if it's virtual How-to As seen in the November 2010 issue of Model Aviation. Inspiration is everywhere that fuels the passion of aeromodeling

Spektrum DX6e Transmitter

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New products that are Worth a Closer Look Product spotlight As seen in the April 2017 issue of Model Aviation. Specifications: Type: Six-channel 2.4 GHz transmitter Frequency: 2.4 GHz Modulation: DSM2

How to Mount Action Cameras to Your Model

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Written by Terry Dunn Give your aerial videography a new view How-to As seen in the July 2017 issue of Model Aviation. Bonus video RC airplanes and tiny cameras are a great combination. I’ve enjoyed

President's Perspective: April 2017

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Written by Rich Hanson How high can I fly? As seen in the April 2017 issue of Model Aviation. This is a question that repeatedly comes up and is somewhat clouded in the seemingly conflicting and

The Battery Clinic: November 2013

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Written by Red Scholefield Battery selection for multirotor aircraft Column As seen in the November 2013 issue of Model Aviation. “The time has come,” the Walrus said, “To talk of many things: Of