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May 23, 2019 176
Way back in 2009 Horizon Hobby introduced their first electric powered glider, the ParkZone Radian which was a huge success by any measure. This simple 2 metre, 3 channel foam glider was quick to assemble, light and soared in the weakest of thermals. What more could a budding RC Glider pilot ask for?
Owing some of its design cues to the 1974 Hobie Hawk with an elliptical wing plan form and elliptical dihedral, the Radian has a distinctive look in the sky. Tens of thousands of RC pilots have enjoyed the easy flying characteristics and great soaring abilities of the Radian.
RC glider clubs all over the world hold one model competitions for the Radian including the Southern Soaring League in Adelaide. Up to 20 pilots launch their models on the sound of the hooter and climb under power to 100 metres where the motor is turned off. The task is to fly
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May 15, 2014 96
An exciting new release has emerged from the ParkZone hangar. The new Sukhoi SU-29MM RC plane has just been announced and it is certain to be a groundbreaker. Designed by the champion pilot Mike McConville, the Sukhoi comes equipped with Sensor-Assisted Flight Envelope (SAFE) Technology. This is a first for an aerobatic RC plane. SAFE will allow you to perform fantastic maneuvers in the air with more confidence and less risk. This technology gives you four different flight modes with the Sukhoi, which we will look at in turn.
The first mode is "Stagility", whereby the Sukhoi can perform any aerobatic or 3D maneuver, but will return to upright flight immediately if you release both sticks. The second mode is AS3X 3D. This mode balances sharp response with great stability when you perform
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January 29, 2014 82
We are pleased to report that ParkZone have just announced a brand new RC Plane - the ArtiZan. This new model is an excellent choice if you are looking for your second remote control plane. Even if you taught yourself how to fly with a HobbyZone model, you will find that the transition to the ParkZone ArtiZan will be a smooth one.
The key to the ArtiZan's success is the included AS3X technology, which gives you great stability in the air by countering environmental factors such as wind and turbulence. ParkZone have also given this RC plane a chambered construction, with a large wing area and low weight. This
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October 17, 2013 83If you have an appreciation for scale warbirds, this new release from ParkZone is sure to capture your attention. The Mosquito Mk VI has just been announced and it has many noteworthy features. This is the first twin-motor park flyer from ParkZone and, in keeping with their traditions, ParkZone have ensured that this plane delivers smooth and predictable flight characteristics. The dual motors have been mounted so that their counter-rotating props and thrust angles smooth out the effects of abrupt power changes. This makes this model R/C plane as fun and as relaxing to fly as any other single-motor ParkZone model. The motors in question are 370-size, 1300Kv brushless motors, both of which are powered by a single 3S 2000-2200mAh LiPo pack (sold separately). Even if you add the optional flap servos and electric retracts (sold separately),
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July 25, 2013 178
If you are a fan of the Icon A5 RC plane from ParkZone, or you have an appreciation for amphibious flyers, check out this new release at Modelflight. The Icon A5 now comes as an ultra-micro RC plane. It maintains the authentic Icon A5 trim scheme, but now comes with AS3X technology. This reduces the effect of P-factor, turbulence
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October 26, 2012 33It's been a big day for new releases at Modelflight, with Horizon Hobby releasing 3 great models from top brands ParkZone, E-Flite and Blade Heli. With a wingspan of only 8.7 inches and a flying weight of just under a third of an ounce, the ParkZone® Mini Vapor® slow flyer is the perfect size for navigating indoor spaces that might be a bit too tight for other ultra micros. Its compact presence and precise, 3-channel DSM2®/DSMX® control make it possible to deftly maneuver around furniture, light fixtures and other obstacles without bumping into a thing.
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May 29, 2012 113Our friend Chuck has been hard at work reviewing the latest micro ParkZone model plane; the Spitfire Mk IX! ParkZone’s Ultra Micro Series Spitfire Mk IX with the AS3X system gives you great scale details in a plane that you can fly just about anywhere, even in not so ideal weather! Here's what chuck had to say about this new parkzone rc plane: "Here it is at last, with thanks again to Mike from
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April 18, 2012 24Our friend Chuck has been busy with the Parkzone Albatros DVa WW1 RC Plane this week - kindly creating this un-boxing and build video. Here, Chuck takes a look at what is in the box and gets all the parts out so we can all have a nice close up look! In his second clip, he focuses on the build of the Parkzone Albatros DVa - here's what he thought: "It is a quick easy build and i think most will have it together a lot quicker than the SE-5a went together
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April 07, 2011 34Constructed almost entirely of plywood and powered by twin Merlin V12s, the DeHavilland Mosquito Mk VI was incredibly fast and maneuverable for a plane of its size. This speed and maneuverability combined with its relatively long range earned it a variety of combat roles during World War II that included everything from low-level reconnaissance to anti-shipping and night fighter missions. We meet with Matt Andren, the Product Developer on the Mossy to see what has come to life in this new Ultra Micro model. Matt addresses some of the hurdles they had to overcome in order to bring this twin warbird legend to life. Scale details
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March 31, 2011 220Introducing the Stryker F-27Q from Parkzone! This exciting new addition to Parkzone's lineup comes both Plug and Play and Bind-N-Fly for your convenience!The completely re-engineered F-27Q Stryker now comes with 4-channel control out of the box and delivers increased speed, precision, maneuverability and wider speed envelope.
