Remote control planes are a great hobby and pastime. They’re also a lot of fun to fly around the house or yard. However, it can be difficult for beginners to get the hang of how remote control plane steering works. Aircraft RC steering works by sending radio waves to the receiver, which then translates them … Read more
If you’ve recently acquired an RC plane or drone, you probably want to start flying it immediately. But you might not be sure what the regulations for flying these planes are, especially if you live in the US. With the popularity of drones rising, regulatory bodies have to update their rules, and it’s your responsibility … Read more
RC planes have changed a great deal from the earliest models, but even with new advances, they don’t typically have that long of a flight time. When investing money in more expensive items like these, you want to know you’re getting value for money. So, how long can RC planes fly? An average RC plane … Read more
Choosing the right type of ESC for your RC car can be confusing with all the overwhelming specs. However, if you select the wrong ESC, it can damage your car and ruin your experience. So, you’re probably wondering what an ESC is and how you should choose the right one for your RC car. An … Read more
Flying RC planes is an exciting hobby, however, it can get costly if we don’t do it right. I’ve seen people spend $400 on a plane and crash it just a few seconds into its first flight. But this tragedy can easily be avoided by taking the time to learn how to fly an RC … Read more
Many RC enthusiasts have pondered about how much their RC plane can truly carry. After all, many different RC plane manufacturers claim their products can handle more payload than what their rivals offer. An RC plane can carry as much as 2 – 20 lbs (32 – 320 oz) of weight. RC planes have a … Read more
It doesn’t matter that you find them on the toy aisle and in toy stores; remote control cars are just as much fun for adults as they are for children. However, choosing the best one can be difficult, especially if you’re purchasing it for a friend and know nothing about remote control cars yourself. The … Read more
You want to take your RC car out for a spin, but you’ve had that bottle of nitro fuel in your garage since last summer, and you’re not sure if it’s still usable. How’d you know if nitro fuel is bad? And how long does it last? RC nitro fuel lasts as long as a … Read more
We have all, at some point, felt that telltale vibration in our RC cars. You’re holding it, you hit the throttle, and along with the wheels turning, the whole car shakes a little bit in your hand. When this happens, chances are, you need to balance RC tires. Here’s how to balance your RC tires, … Read more
If you’ve done your research, you’ll know that RC cars with nitro engines are extremely fun and offer extended run time since you don’t need to change the battery every 15 minutes. But, unfortunately, these engines aren’t known to have very long lifespans. So, how long before you need a replacement? An RC Nitro Engine … Read more