Monthly Archives: December 2013
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December 20, 2013 65Christmas has come early for fans of scale model planes with Hangar 9 announcing the release of the Spitfire Mk IX. This RC plane is a true stunner. It comes with accurate details including camouflage colours modelled on the original Mk IXc plane, panel line detail and scale decal sets. This is quite a versatile aircraft; you have the option of running it on electric or gas power, depending on your preferences. Irrespective of your choice, you will find that the Spitfire is a great performer in the air. Among its many features, the Spitfire remote control plane comes with operational split-flaps with internal linkages, giving you both scale performance and appearance. Hangar 9 have also added cowl details such as carburetor intake, compressor intake and moulded engine exhaust. You will also notice the fixed landing
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December 19, 2013 29It has been another fun-filled year for indoor flyers in 2013, with the last meet-up in Adelaide held last night. In anticipation of what should be another exciting year in 2014, Modelflight has put together the below list showing the dates for indoor flying next year. As a reminder, Adelaide indoor flying is at ETSA Park (155 Railway Terrace, Mile End South, South Australia). It only costs $10 to participate and spectators are welcome to come free-of-charge. Indoor sessions are held on the third Thursday of every month, commencing at 8:30pm and concluding at 10:30pm. Please find the dates for 2014 Indoor Flying below:
- Thursday, 16 January 2014
- Thursday, 20 February 2014
- Thursday, 20 March 2014
- Thursday, 17 April 2014
- Thursday, 15 May 2014
- Thursday, 19 June 2014
- Thursday, 17 July 2014
- Thursday, 21 August 2014
- Thursday, 18 September 2014
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December 18, 2013 22There are some great model flying events coming up in Victoria next year. If you are based in VIC, or you are keen to make the drive across a border (or two), Modelflight hopes the below list will help you plan out your 2014. If you would like more information, visit the Victorian Model Aeronautical Associaiton (VMMA).
Month
Day/s
Event
Location
January
1-6
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December 13, 2013 27Thanks to the Model Aeronautical Association of Queensland (MAQQ), we have been able to compile the below table showing their upcoming events. Modelflight is always keen to get involved in RC flying events across Australia, so stay tuned to this blog for further updates. If you would like more information about these events, visit the MAQQ's website (http://maaq.org/).
Date and Time Event Location January 25-27 34th Annual Armidale Sailplane Expo Armidale February
