Features

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

America's Early Free-Flight Models Continued

America's Early Free-Flight Models text with a vintage male portrait on a dark background.

Explores early aeronautical experimenters' challenges and contributions to free-flight models leading to manned flight advancements.

Wooden propeller in a workshop, held in hand against a workbench.

Carving your own propellers for Free Flight enhances performance and control, allowing for customized design and improved aerodynamics.

Historical biplane model in flight with blurred trees in the background.

Tom Hallman explores the joy of Peanut Scale models, highlighting their beauty, craftsmanship, and the thrill of building tiny aircraft.

Small red and blue plane flying over a grassy field Hangar 9 Aermacchi MB-339 60-85N ARF Turbine Jet

Hangar 9 launches its first turbine jet, the Aermacchi MB-339, ideal for beginners with strong performance and easy setup.

Various remote control transmitters arranged on a white background.

Choose the Spektrum NX7e+ for a reliable entry-level RC radio with essential features and easy support for beginners.

Standout moments from the 2024 AMA Nats By Clarissa Poston and NatsNews contributors | clarissap@modelaircraft.org As seen in the November 2024 issue of Model Aviation. The 2024 AMA Nats concluded in

What Is Trammeling? Old-Timers By Bob Angel | samrcflier@verizon.net As seen in the October 2024 issue of Model Aviation. OCTOBER IS THE Build Issue month for Model Aviation. Because we Old-Timers (OT

Landscape with text "Free Flight Wisdom." Orange model plane near stream, sunset in background.

Exploring the joy of rubber-powered Free Flight modeling, highlighting essential building and trimming techniques for beginners.

By Jay Smith, Executive Editor | jays@modelaircraft.org BUILDING IS STILL APPRECIATED by many aeromodelers, and the October issue promotes constructing your own aircraft. We have exciting construction

Control Line Aerobatics By Joe Daly | stunt38060@gmail.com SPRING IS THE START of the contest season for many of us. The first big contest of the year is in May during Joe Nall Week at Triple Tree