Radio Controlled Boeing 747

Big boys and their toys!  The 747-Classic was (is) and awesome airplane, and these fellas have done an amazing job to build one of their own.  Almost big enough to ride on, I reckon!

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F-35 Shipboard Trials

The United States is developing a new jet fighter aircraft… the F-35.  With variants of the aircraft being designed for different roles, the shipboard version recently underwent some sea trials. With vertical landing and a short-slow takeoff, this baby looks like a very cool piece of kit.  Check it out… Thanks to AirPigz for bringing this video to our attention!...

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Big Little Planes

I thought radio controlled planes were little things made out of plastic.  How wrong I was! Check out these fabulous “big little planes”…

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Terrafugia Transition – “Roadable Aircraft”

You and I might call it a “flying car”, but what ever you call it… it is very cool! Well done to the Terrafugia company and best wishes for the development of your amazing airplane. Now… where do I get one? Here was the first version, flown in 2009…   The second version was previewed in 2011, with some major improvements.  Here’s a discussion from one of the designers… For more info,...

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