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Most Commonly Used Flight Box Items

We’ve compiled a list of the most used (and most borrowed) items in a flight box at the RC airfield to help you pack yours!

Parts Needed for Completing Your ARF (Almost Ready to Fly) RC Airplane

Learn more about the commonly required parts and accessories for ARF (Almost Ready to Fly) model RC airplanes with our guide to completing your ARF airplane.

Tips For a Successful Float Flying Experience

Learn some pro RC float flying tips from our experts; including how to navigate on the water in the wind, keeping your electronics dry, and recovery methods from simple to advanced.

Fun Fly Games and Contest Ideas

An RC Fun Fly event is a great way to bring a club together for some friendly competition with RC planes. From beginner to expert, there are fun fly games for every level!

The Best RC Aircraft of 2025

Listing The Best Horizon Hobby Aircraft of 2025 from trainers, foamies, balsa, and helicopters.

Setting Up a Real Flight Simulator to Practice Flying RC

An introduction to setting up a real flight simulator to practice flying RC airplanes and helicopters.

The Thrilling World of Radio Control Jets

Radio control (RC) airplanes and jets have captured the imagination of aviation enthusiasts around the globe. Jets stand out among the many RC aircraft because of their tremendous speed, sleek designs, and thrilling performance. There’s nothing like being at the airfield when a jet comes screaming past.

Find Replacement Parts Fast at an Online Hobby Store

Locate almost any RC model replacement parts quickly and easily when you shop for them at an online hobby store.

The Flying Lawnmower and Other Fun Flying RC Things

Some of the best RC planes don’t look much like airplanes. There are many creative homemade RC planes and kits for fun flying RC things like remote control lawnmowers and more.

Acronyms and Assembling of RC Airplanes: From Kits to RTF

There are many acronyms in RC aviation, including the ones that signify how much assembly will be required for your RC airplane. We'll explain everything from RC airplane Kits to RTF here.

How Spektrum Smart Technology Makes Flying RC Airplanes Easier

If you want to make your RC airplane flying experience easier and more enjoyable as you grow your skills, take a look at Spektrum Smart Technology and what it has to offer RC pilots through a Smart Air Ecosystem.

Can You Take LiPo Batteries on a Plane? 2023 Updates

Wondering if you can take LiPo batteries on a plane? You’re not alone. Flying with LiPo batteries is possible if you plan ahead and follow the guidelines from the FAA and TSA.