Plans Guide
Top building projects from Model Airplane News
Top building projects from Model Airplane News
For nearly 90 years, Model Airplane News contributors have been supplying model builders and pilots with terrific construction plans and articles for all types of aircraft, from vintage pattern ships and sport aerobats to museum scale classics and military warbirds. This year’s guide has something for everyone, so whether you’re a veteran at creating balsa dust or want to get started with your first project, you’ll find what you need here. In this guide, we highlight 132 of our all-time favorite DIY plans. For a searchable database of more than 700 plans, go to the AirAgeStore.com and click “Plans.” Happy building!
A6M2 Zero
Designed by Jim Ryan, the Zero is fun to fly. With a stock Speed 400 motor or with brushless power, it can easily be hand-launched, and it’s fast and aerobatic. WS: 32 in.; L: 23.5 in.; power: Speed 400; radio: 3-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
X1105A | $19.95
Bellanca Cruisemaster
Designed by Dennis Sumner, the Bellanca Cruisemaster is an electric-powered classic civilian plane not often seen at the flying field. The model has a simplified design and features conventional balsa-and-plywood construction. It has an engine cowl that’s attached with magnets, and it features easy-to-install electric retracts. WS: 54 in.; L: 37.25 in.; power: 430-watt brushless motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0115A | $16.95
A6M3 Japanese Zero
Designed by Mark Rittinger, the Zero is an electricpowered fighter with traditional wood construction and foam-core wings. It features a quick wing release for fast battery changes. The rudder and retracts are optional. WS: 49 in.; L: 38 3/4 in.; power: E-flite Power 25; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0314A | $19.95
Britten-Norman BN2T-4S Defender
Designed by Rich Uravitch, the Britten-Norman Defender 2000 is a semiscale twin design that is easy to build and fly. Traditional balsa-and-ply construction is used, and flaps are optional. Formed-plastic parts are available from the author. WS: 70 in.; L: 52.7 in.; power: two brushless motors; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0708A | $21.95
Airco DH2
Designed by David Johnson, the DH2 is a unique, nicely detailed WW I aircraft that will draw attention wherever you fly it. It is a traditional stick-and-tissue model, and it features functional wing rigging and a pull-pull control system. WS: 32 in.; L: 25.5 in.; power: geared Speed 280; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0705A | $14.95
Canadair CL-215
A sport-scale model of the famous twin-engine amphibian firefighting water bomber, this Steve Gray design uses spruce, balsa, and ply as its principal materials. WS: 76 in.; L: 55 in.; area: 791 sq. in.; power: two .25 twostroke engines; radio: 5-channel; 1 sheet; LD 4
X05801 | $14.95
Cessna 172
Designed by Pat Tritle, this 1/8-scale Cessna 172 is easy to build, and uses conventional stick-and-former construction and egg-crate wing assembly. It is lightweight and flies great. The model has a steerable nosewheel and functional flaps. Laser-cut and formed-plastic parts are available. WS: 53.5 in.; power: Suppo 2217/9 outrunner motor; radio: 5-channel; 3 sheets; LD 2
X0517A | $27.95
Douglas A-26 Invader
Designed by Mark Rittinger, this Speed 400–size A-26 Invader is a great-flying twin. It is easy to build and has traditional balsa-and-plywood construction. The model is a one-piece design, and the wing panels are completely sheeted. It has good slow-speed performance and is ideal for use with inexpensive electric motors. WS: 42 in.; L: 30.7 in.; power: two Speed 400 motors; 1 sheet; LD 2
X1208A | $14.95
Evans Volksplane
Designed by Pat Tritle, this easy-to-build park flier has built-up lightweight construction and features scale all-flying tail surfaces, just like the real thing. Laser-cut parts are available from the author. WS: 36 in.; L: 28 in.; power: Maxx Products EPU-4 Gear Drive; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0714A $23.95 |
Cessna 310B Songbird
Designed by expert model builder and pilot Rich Uravitch, the Cessna 310B Songbird is a straightforward build and a stable flier. It features built-up balsa-andlight-ply construction, and laser-cut parts and formedplastic parts are available. It’s a perfect first twin. WS: 52.8 in.; L: 31.75 in.; power: two Hacker A20 brushless motors; 2 sheets; LD 2
X08091 | $21.95
Douglas SBD Dauntless
Designed by Mark Rittinger, the Douglas SBD Dauntless torpedo bomber is the newest addition to his warbird series of electric-powered military airplanes. It has a built-up wooden fuselage and foam-core wings. WS: 42 in.; L: 32 in.; power: 500-size electric; radio: 3-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0306A | $19.95
Extra 3.25
Designed by Rich Uravitch, this model has balsa-and-ply construction, and Rich offers a formed-plastic cowl, wheel pants, and canopy. Intermediate building skills are required. WS: 47.25 in.; L: 36.5 in.; power: .19 to .28 two-stroke engine; 1 sheet; LD 2
X01931 | $14.95
DH 90 Dragonfly
This classic 1935 twin-engine biplane is designed and built by Ivan Pettigrew. The 1/7-scale model uses traditional built-up balsa-and-ply construction and is an advanced scale design, requiring intermediate to expert building experience. WS: 74 in.; L: 54 in.; power: two brushless 450 motors; 2 sheets; LD 2
X1114A | $23.95
DR-109
This design by Rich Uravitch uses a fully symmetrical airfoil. Rich offers a parts package, formed-aluminum gear, and a fiberglass cowl. WS: 54.5 in.; L: 49 in.; wing area: 552 sq. in.; weight: 78 to 88 oz.; power: .40 to .50 two-stroke or .48 to .70 four-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
X10991 | $19.95
Fieseler Storch
The Fieseler Storch was a German Luftwaffe STOL aircraft that was used extensively throughout WW II. Rob Caso’s 1/12-scale model is highly detailed, and features functional shock-absorbing landing gear and leadingedge wing slats for amazing slow flight. It uses formerand-stringer balsa-and-ply construction throughout. WS: 46 in.; L: 31.5 in.; power: BP Hobbies A2217-9 brushless motor; radio: 6-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
K0510A | $14.95
Fokker D-VII
Designed by David Johnson, this small Fokker D-VII is big on performance. Designed around a .25 two-stroke engine and a C. B. Tatone in-cowl muffler, the model is built out of balsa for quick and easy construction. It’s maneuverable yet stable, and makes a great combat model. WS: 43.25 in.; L: 32.5 in.; power: .25 two-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0204A | $14.95
Gee Bee Model-A Biplane
Designed by Gee Bee expert Henry Haffke, this 1/6-scale model is a beautiful reproduction of the Model-A biplane, first built by the Granville brothers. Made in the traditional way out of balsa and plywood, the model is simple and strong. WS: 60 in.; L: 40.75 in.; power: .50 two-stroke engine; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0604A | $24.95
Howard Ike
This is an RC scale model of Ben Howard’s famous scale plane. The fuselage is a basic box “fleshed out” with formers and stringers; the design by Henry Haffke uses balsa, ply, and hardwood. WS: 56 in.; L: 45 in.; power: .40 two-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
X04791 | $19.95
Fokker D-VII
This WW I German fighter is easy to build and big enough to win at contests. The relatively simple design by Rich Uravitch is built out of balsa and ply using traditional methods. WS: 49 in.; L: 41 in.; area: 712 sq. in.; power: .60 four-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X04852 | $19.95
Gee Bee Model-Y Senior Sportster
CAD-designed by Charlie Pipes, the Gee Bee Model-Y Super Sportster is a good-flying electric sport-scale design. It is traditional balsa, ply, and light-ply construction, and there are laser-cut parts available. WS: 45 in.; L: 27 in.; area: 270 sq. in.; power: E-flite Power 10 outrunner motor; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0409A | $21.95
Lear Fan
Designed by John Valentine, the Lear Fan is a sleek, attractive, sport-scale, V-tail aircraft. The all-wood model uses lock-tab construction, and the author has laser-cut parts available to speed construction. WS: 78 in.; L: 71 7/8 in.; weight: 10 lb. 8 oz.; power: .45 to .60 two-stroke engine; radio: 6-channel; 4 sheets; LD 2
X0806A | $29.95 SCALE
Ford Trimotor
The Ford Trimotor, designed by Pat Tritle, uses lightweight stringer-and-former construction, and there is a laser-cut-wood parts package available from the author. It is powered by three brushless outrunner motors and a single 2S LiPo pack. It is intended for intermediate builders and fliers. WS: 46.7 in.; L: 31.75 in.; power: three Power 250 motors; 3 sheets; LD 2
X0912A | $24.95
Grumman G-164 Ag Cat
Designed by Pat Tritle, the Grumman G-164 Ag Cat is a 1/12-scale crop-duster biplane that’s built light and strong. It is ideal for use in small flying areas, and is stable and easy to fly. A plastic and laser-cut-wood parts kit is also available from the author (pats custom-models.com). WS: 42.3 in.; L: 27.4 in.; power: 400–450 brushless motor; 3 sheets; LD 2
X0513A | $24.95
Lockheed YO-3A Quiet Star
Designed by Keith Sparks, this military powered glider is traditional balsa-and-ply construction, and the author has formed-plastic parts and a 6-blade prop available. WS: 74 in.; L: 42 in.; power: electric outrunner motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0408A | $14.95
Macchi MC.200 Saetta
Designed by master draftsman and expert scale modeler Giuliano Raimondi, the Macchi MC.200 Saetta is a 1/5.2-scale balsa-and-ply model capable of world-class competition. All scale fittings, cockpit interior, control surfaces, and a dummy radial engine are shown on these amazingly detailed plans. WS: 79.9 in.; L: 60.5 in.; weight: 13.3 lb.; power: 1.08 two-stroke engine; radio: 6-channel; 9 sheets; LD 4
X12961 | $49.95
Mooney Mite
Designed by Dennis Sumner, this 1/6-scale sport flier has all the scale looks and great-flying performance of its full-size counterpart. Using traditional wood construction, the model has a fully sheeted wing and retractable trike landing gear. Laser-cut parts are available from Top Notch Product Company and are called out on the plans. WS: 54 in.; power: Scorpion 3014 motor; radio: 5-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0617A | $23.95
OV-10 Bronco
This is a simple, scale, small-displacement model that would make a perfect first twin-engine project. It’s easy to construct, and formed-plastic parts are available from designer Rich Uravitch. WS: 52 in.; L: 52 in.; power: two .20 to .25 engines or .05 to .15 motors; radio: 4-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
FSP11951 | $19.95
Martin PBM Mariner
Designed by Keith Sparks, this flying boat’s fuselage is made with cross-sections of blue foam that are sanded to shape, and the wings have foam cores. The model is covered with fiberglass cloth and resin. The plans show all the details and full-size cross-sections for the fuselage. WS: 78 in.; L: 75 in.; power: two .52 four-stroke or .40 two-stroke engines; 3 sheets; LD 3
X1103A | $24.95
Nieuport 12
This design by Martin Irvine is a two-piece WW I biplane built out of balsa, ply, and spruce. The construction is light and strong, with some laminated parts. It is recommended for experienced builders. WS: 68 in.; L: 54 in.; power: 500W electric or .60 to .80 four-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheet; LD 3
$14.95 | X04991
OV-1 Mohawk
Designed by Keith Sparks, the OV-1 Mohawk is a 1/6-scale model of the U.S. Army aircraft. It features traditional planked-wood construction, and the author offers a formed canopy and nacelles. Because it’s intended for electric power, it is an ideal first twin project. WS: 59 in.; L: 47 in.; power: Speed 500 brushed or brushless motor; 2 sheets; LD 2
FSP1206A | $21.95
Messerschmitt ME 163B-1a
This exciting model of the first WW II rocket-powered plane is a true masterpiece. Colin Moss’s tailless design features leading-edge slots and great maneuverability. It is constructed out of balsa and ply. WS: 59 in.; L: 38 in.; radio: 5-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
X11761 | $19.95
One Design .40
Designed by Rich Uravitch, this conventionally built, allwood design would make a great entry for Minimac and/ or sport-scale competitions. WS: 47.2 in.; L: 44 in.; power: .40 two-stroke or .70 four-stroke engine; 2 sheets; LD 2
X04980 | $14.95
OV-10 Bronco
Designed by Keith Sparks, this model would be an ideal first scratch-built project. It is completely built up, can use a variety of power systems and battery packs, and offers gentle to lively performance. A laser-cut short kit, plastic parts, and scale details are available. WS: 47 in., wing area: 403 sq. in.; power: two Speed 300 or 400 motors; 1 sheet; LD 1
FSP0106A | $14.95
P-51 Reno Racer
This aircraft is a perfect companion to the T-6 (X04821) and a great project for simplified scale fun. Designed by Rich Uravitch, it uses the author’s same easy-to-build all-balsa construction and is intended for a .15 twostroke glow engine. It’s ideal for use as a one-design club racer for hot weekend scale fun. WS: 43.5 in.; L: 32.5 in.; power: .15 to .19 two-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X04832 | $19.95
RAF S.E.5a
Rich Uravitch’s design will let you enjoy the fun of a biplane without the pain of intricate building. For intermediate builders, this model is built up out of balsa and ply. WS: 50 in.; L: 40 in.; area: 800 sq. in.; power: .60 four-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X03852 | $19.95
S.E.5a WW I Scout
Designed by Pat Tritle, the Royal Air Force S.E.5a Scout is the perfect first WW I biplane for someone who wants to build a park flier. Construction is CAD-designed using a lightweight stick-and-former layout. Laser-cut wood parts are available from the author. WS: 36 in.; L: 28 in.; power: E-flite Power 480 brushless motor; 3 sheets; LD 2
X1114A | $27.95
Precious Metal P-51 Reno Racer
Designed by Mark Rittinger, the Precious Metal P-51 is the latest in his Reno racing series. It uses balsaand-ply construction for the fuselage, and the wing is foam-core construction sheeted with balsa. Designed to use the Himax 3516CR contrarotating twin-prop drive system, it is a project for the advanced pilot and experienced builder. WS: 45 in.; L: 45.5 in.; power: 600-watt brushless motor; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheet; LD 3
X1213A | $14.95
Republic P-47 Thunderbolt
This “penny-pinching” warbird will be a neat addition to your sport-scale hangar. The built-up design by Rich Uravitch is easy to build and fly. WS: 40 in.; L: 29 in.; power: .15 to .19 two-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X06843 | $19.95
Shockwave Reno Racer
Designed by Mark Rittinger, the Shockwave is a model of the full-size unlimited Reno Racer that’s still in the planning and construction stages. It is intended for experienced builders and pilots who enjoy fast planes. It flies great but does require scratch-building experience. WS: 42.75 in.; L: 44 in.; power: E-flite Power 32 outrunner motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0115A | $19.95
PS-36 Seaplane
Designed by Rich Uravitch, this modern electric-powered aquatic flier is based on the classic Scott Hartmann “Pondside” flying-boat design. Featuring easy-to-build construction with traditional balsa-and-light-ply parts, the PS-36 also has a laser-cut parts kit available to speed construction. WS: 35.9 in.; L: 27.9 in.; power: 135W brushless motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0112A | $14.95
Ryan ST
This balsa-and-ply plan by Henry Haffke shows details for several versions and includes details to build the scale Kinner radial engine. WS: 66 in.; L: 48.75 in.; power: .40 to .60 two-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X11991 | $19.95
Skoda-Kauba V4
Designed by Mark Rittinger, the Skoda-Kauba V4 is an early WW II German fighter-trainer aircraft with a highly tapered leading edge. It requires an experienced pilot. It has foam-core wing construction and a built-up wood fuselage. The plans show the airfoil templates for cutting the wing cores. WS: 49 in.; power: E-flite Power 32 motor; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0217A | $16.95
Sopwith Camel
Designed by John Tanzer, this Sopwith Camel uses traditional balsa-and-plywood construction, and several balsa parts are made from three-layer laminations. The flight with a Saito .30 engine turning an 11x4 APC prop is spirited. The Camel can easily be converted to electric. WS: 38 in.; L: 25 in.; power: .30 four-stroke engine; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0403 | $14.95
T-28 Trojan
Designed by Rich Uravitch, the T-28 Trojan uses traditional balsa-and-ply construction and can be outfitted with fixed or retractable landing gear. A short-wood kit and a plastic-parts kit are available for the model. WS: 48 in.; L: 36 in.; power: .25 glow engine or brushless motor; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0206A | $21.95
Westland Wyvern S.4
This Vance Mosher design is an unusual scale project for someone interested in a smaller model. The wing is of conventional balsa-and-ply construction. The plan set includes scale three-view drawings. WS: 36 in.; L: 34 in.; power: .15 two-stroke engine; 3 sheets; LD 3
X0600A | $24.95
Stinson Reliant SR-10
Designed by Pat Tritle, the 1/9-scale Stinson Reliant is rather large for a park flier; however, due to its effective scale flaps, it can be flown in relatively small areas. Built primarily using balsa and light ply, it is a complex model. The design has been simplified without losing its distinct scale outline. WS: 55.8 in.; L: 36.5 in.; power: .10 brushless motor; 3 sheets; LD 2
X0514A | $27.95
T-6 Texan
This is an easily constructed, performance-packed sport racer. The all-balsa built-up design by Rich Uravitch uses foam for its turtle deck. WS: 44 in.; L: 31 in.; power: .15 to .19 two-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X04821 | $14.95
Aeronca Champ
A semiscale slow flier, this design by Nick Ziroli has a nostalgic appeal. Using stick-and-tissue construction, the Champ has excellent performance. It can be built with or without ailerons. WS: 35 in.; L: 21 in.; weight: 11 oz.; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X1100A | $14.95
Stinson Reliant SR-5E
Designed by Ron Peterka, the Stinson Reliant SR-5E is 1/5 scale and intended for serious scale competition. It is completely detailed inside and out and matches Wylam three-view drawings. The SR-5E features conventional balsa, light ply, and plywood construction and is covered with Stits Lite and painted with Poly-Tone paint that matches the full-size airplane. WS: 98 in.; L: 45.5 in.; power: G-26 gas engine; 3 sheets; LD 3
X0913A | $24.95
Time Flies
This design by Henry Haffke has superb flight characteristics, and features a planked, sheeted fuselage and wings. WS: 72 in.; L: 51 in.; area: 900 sq. in.; power: .90 to 1.20 four-stroke engine; radio: 4- to 6-channel; 2 sheets; LD 3
X08851 | $29.95
Aeronca Chief
Designed by Pat Tritle, this model draws from old-time stick-and-tissue construction, and it includes modern and efficient electric power to make a great lightweight scale flier. Four-channel control gives it excellent performance. WS: 53.7 in.; L: 30.75 in.; power: Himax 2812-0850 brushless motor; 3 sheets; LD 2
K0308A | $24.95
Curtiss Jenny
Designed by Pat Tritle, this IMAA-legal sport-scale park flier is designed for low-cost brushless power. It uses stick-frame construction with available plastic parts. WS: 50 in.; (top) area: 712 sq. in.; weight: 22.6 oz.; power: 1000Kv motor; radio: 4-channel; 3 sheets; LD 2
X0108A | $24.95
Electric P-51 Mustang
Designed by Mark Rittinger, this semiscale Mustang is quick to build. The foam, balsa, and ply model flies well, thanks to its semi-symmetrical wing and high power, and it excels at high-speed maneuvers. WS: 42 in.; L: 35 in.; power: 540-type engine; radio: 3-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0902A | $19.95
F8F Bearcat
This Speed 400 model was CAD-designed by Jim Ryan, and features a thinned Clark-Y airfoil, foam-core wing, and simple balsa construction. It is true to scale and, at only 18 ounces, is remarkably aerobatic. WS: 30 in.; L: 22.25 in.; power: Speed 400 motor; radio: 3-channel; 1 sheet; LD 3
X01991 | $14.95
de Havilland Turbo Beaver
Designed by Pat Tritle, the Turbo Beaver is a traditional stick-built model and is intended as a park flier, although it is somewhat larger than the typical park plane. It has flaps and laser-cut wood parts, and formed-plastic pieces are available from the author. WS: 60 in., L: 41.5 in., power: Suppo 2217/9 outrunner motor; 3 sheets; LD 2
X0915A | $27.95
Electro Hots
Fieseler Fi 156 Storch
EASYTO BUILD! This newest rendition of the famous Hots design family takes lightweight construction to the limit. Using traditional balsa, plywood, and light ply, Steven Santich (son of the designer of the original Hots) has produced a modern 3D flying machine that has single-digit wing loading. It’s ideal for intermediate to advanced builders/ fliers. WS: 52 in.; L: 57 in.; power: 25-size brushless outrunner motor; radio: 4-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0710A | $21.95 Designed by Pat Tritle, this classic WW II observation and STOL aircraft is a great performer. It has lightweight balsa stick-and-former construction, and laser-cut parts are available from the author. It has functional flaps and a scale construction and outline. WS: 55 in.; L: 37.5 in.; power: 2217/9T outrunner motor; 3 sheets; LD 2
X0216A | $27.95
Electric Curtiss P-40
Designed by Mark Rittinger, the P-40 Warhawk is an easy-to-build, high-performance sport-scale model of the classic WW II fighter. It uses a simple, built-up balsa-and-ply fuselage and a foam-core wing sheeted with balsa. No rudder is required, and to minimize drag, there isn’t any landing gear. WS: 42 in.; power: geared Kyosho Magnetic Mayhem motor; radio: 3-channel; LD 2
X0603A | $19.95
F6F Hellcat
Designed by Jim Ryan, this electric Hellcat is a Speed 400–powered sport-scale model that’s easy to build and fly. The wings are sheeted foam, and the rest of the aircraft is traditional balsa-and-ply construction. WS: 30 in.; power: Speed 400 motor; radio: 3-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X07971 | $14.95
Fleet Model-2 Biplane
Designed by Pat Tritle, this 1/8-scale, 4-channel classic from the Golden Age of Aviation uses stick-and-tissue balsa-and-light-ply construction and is scale in outline. It includes the airfoil-shaped horizontal stabilizer; the plans show the standard tail outline, but the model can be easily modified to produce other variants. WS: 42 in.; L: 32 in.; weight: 18 oz.; power: Park 400 motor; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0911A | $21.95
FlyBaby Bipe
Designed by Pat Tritle, the FlyBaby Bipe is a lightweight yet strong park flier. It features traditional stick-andformer construction with egg-crate wing structures. A one-piece design with the wings glued and rigged into place to save weight, this compact model fits easily into any car. WS: 33 in.; L: 30 in.; power: 370 brushless motor; radio: 4-channel; 3 sheets; LD 2
X0413A | $24.95
Hawker Hurricane
Designed by Mark Rittinger, this Hawker Hurricane is a great addition to anyone’s warbird squadron. It can be constructed with either a built-up wood wing or foam cores; both are shown on the plans. WS: 42 in.; L: 33.5 in.; power: 480 geared brushless motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0308A | $14.95
L-19 Glowdog
Designed by Keith Sparks, the L-19 Glowdog is a sportscale Cessna observation plane that is not only a nice, easy-to-fly park flier, but it is also a great night flier. Constructed out of thin, lightweight Depron foam sheet material and light ply, the airplane is translucent and designed to light up. Formed-plastic cowl and wingtips are available. WS: 72 in.; L: 50 in.; power: 280-size outrunner motor; radio: 4-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0410A | $21.95
Focke-Wulf FW 190
Designed by Mark Rittinger, the FW 190 has a wood fuselage and a sheeted foam-core wing. The model is one piece, and the wing is not removable. Balsa and foam blocks give the fuselage its distinctive shape. No landing gear is used, and the model is designed to be hand-launched. WS: 42 in.; L: 36 3/8 in.; power: 480-size motor; radio: 3-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0606A | $19.95
Ingram Foster Pusher Biplane
Designed by Pat Tritle, this pusher biplane has a beautiful scalelike appearance, and uses toothpicks and bamboo skewers in its construction. The tail booms are made out of carbon-fiber tubes, and the fuselage frames are basswood. WS: 43 1/3 in.; L: 43 1/8 in.; power: geared 6V Speed 400 motor; 1 sheet; LD 3
X0205A | $19.95
Lowers-Minges LM-1
Designed by Mark Rittinger, the Lowers-Minges LM-1 racer is of traditional balsa-and-light-ply construction and features a foam-core wing. It is easy to build but demanding to fly, and is not intended for novice builders or pilots. It’s designed around the E-flite Power 25 brushless power system. WS: 37 in.; L: 40 in.; power: 25-size brushless motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0116A | $16.95
Fokker Dr.I Triplane
Designed by Pat Tritle, this electric Fokker Dr.I Triplane is a stable but aerobatic park flier that’s suitable for flying outdoors and in big indoor areas. The construction is traditional stick and tissue. A laser-cut short kit is available from the author. WS: 25.5 in.; L: 20.75 in.; power: GWS IPS geared motor; radio: 3-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
K0106 | $19.95
KI-61 Tony
Designed by Mark Rittinger, the KI-61 Tony is an easyto-build balsa model with a foam-core wing and minimal parts count. It’s designed specifically around the Magnetic Mayhem/Master Airscrew gearbox power system; other power systems can be used but aren’t shown on the plans. WS: 42 in.; weight: 45 oz.; power: geared 550 to 600 motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
X1203A | $19.95
Messerschmitt Bf 109E
Designed by Mark Rittinger, the Bf 109E plan also shows details for the Bf 109K, Avia S199, and Hispano Ha-112 variants. The one-piece design uses balsa, light ply, and foam-core wing construction. Plans also show a built-up wooden wing. WS: 42 in.; L: 37 1/8 in.; power: Kyosho reverse-wind motor; radio: 3-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0605A | $19.95
Micro Tommy
The Micro Tommy (Thomas Morse Scout) designed by Richard Dery is a park/indoor flier designed around a Depron foam sheet, micro RC equipment, and spare parts available from micro RC planes. It uses some balsa and easy cut-and-fold foam sheet construction. WS: 14.5 in.; L: 10.5 in.; power: micro electric motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
X1112A | $14.95
Monocoupe
Designed by Richard Dery, this lightly loaded, 4-channel sport-scale classic monoplane is easy to build and makes for a great calm weather flier. It is scale in outline and has plenty of power for its size. It is modeled after the full-size plane in the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome museum. WS: 48 in.; L: 32.5 in.; power: Park 450 BL motor; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0411A | $21.95
Pilatus Porter PC-6
Designed by Alex Samour, this sport-scale STOL aircraft has a composite wing with a traditional balsa box fuselage. The assembly process is simple, and the model can be covered with MonoKote. The Porter has good manners and is an excellent first tail-dragger. WS: 50 in.; L: 35.5 in.; weight: 51 oz.; power: .15 glow engine or 10-size brushless motor; radio: 4-channel; 3 sheets; LD 3
X1115A | $29.95
Min-E Taurus
Designed by Mark Rittinger, this is an electric-powered reduced version of the classic 1960s’ Ed Kazmirski Taurus. It uses traditional balsa construction, and a foam wing available from flyingfoam.com. It is easy to build, has excellent performance, and uses inexpensive power systems and radio gear. WS: 32 1/2 in.; L: 25.5 in.; power: 100- to 150-watt motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
M0312A | $14.95
Osprey GP5 Racer
Designed by Mark Rittinger, the Osprey GP5 is a sleek Super Sport class Reno Racer design using traditional balsa-and-light-ply construction and foam-core wing design. The model features flaps and retracts, and is intended for experienced pilots and advanced builders. WS: 44 in.; L: 46 in.; power: 600+-watt brushless motor; radio: 6-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X1113A | $14.95
Piper PA-18 Super Cub
Designed by Pat Tritle, this impressive super-scale bushplane classic uses traditional balsa construction and is easy to build and fly. Laser-cut parts and plastic parts are also available from the author (patscustom-models. com). WS: 60 in.; L: 38.3 in.; power: 950Kv motor; radio: 5-channel; 3 sheets; LD 3
X0114A | $24.95
Mini Me 262A-21
Designed by Mark Rittinger, this semiscale balsa-andply twin is quick to build and great fun in the air. WS: 38 in.; L: 28.5 in.; power: two Speed 400 motors; radio: 3-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X1001A | $19.95
Pilatus PC-6
Designed by Jim Ryan, the Pilatus PC-6 Turbo Porter features simple stick-balsa-ply construction. It’s an agile yet docile indoor flier with predictable turning for small indoor venues. It has excellent ground handling for touch-and-gos. WS: 36 in.; L: 24 in.; power: Astro Flight FireFly motor; radio: 3-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
K1104A | $14.95
Pitts Model-14
Designed by Pat Tritle, this model uses traditional stickand-former construction with a little foam thrown in for good measure, and it’s covered with lightweight iron-on film. The model is easy to fly. WS: 30 in.; weight: 15.9 oz.; power: geared Speed 280 motor; radio: 3-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0706A | $21.95
Playboy Senior 225
Designed by Bob Aberle, this indoor electric old-timer is built with basic construction techniques and can fly for seven minutes on one charge of a 340mAh LiPo. WS: 42 in.; L: 25 in.; wing area: 225 sq. in.; power: GWS LPS RLC-A geared 4:1 motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
L0604A | $12.95
Standard J-1 Biplane
Designed by master builder Pat Tritle, this 1/9-scale barnstormer is IMAA-legal. It uses traditional stickand-former construction with laminated outlines for wingtips, rudder, stabilizer, and elevators. Plastic parts are available. WS: 60 in.; power: brushless outrunner motor; radio: 4-channel; 3 sheets; LD 2
K1108A | $24.95
Douglas F4D-1 Skyray
This precision 1/7-scale model by Mark Frankel can be flown off grassy fields. A mixing radio with at least 7 channels is required. WS: 57.5 in.; L: 77.5 in.; power: O.S. .91 Dynamax fan unit; LD 3
X04931 | $29.95
Shoestring
Designed by Pat Tritle, this all-sheet-balsa model is intended to be built and flown by modelers with intermediate skills. It is stable, reasonably fast, and a joy to fly. WS: 30.5 in.; L: 28.5 in.; weight: 16 to 18 oz.; power: 6V Speed 400 motor; radio: 3-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X05991 | $12.95
Tipsy S2
Designed by Dennis Sumner, the Tipsy S2 is a greatflying sport-scale design using traditional balsa-and-ply construction and a modern electric power system. It features an elliptical wing and tail surface design, and uses magnets to hold the engine cowl and hatch cover in place. It would make a great first scale project. WS: 50 in.; L: 36 in.; power: 480 class outrunner motor; radio: 4-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
K0715A | $23.95
F/A-18 Hornet
Designed by Steve Shumate, this simple, lightweight pusher-prop jet can duplicate the aerobatic routines flown by the Navy’s famous Blue Angels. Its building materials (e.g., thin foam sheet and foam-safe CA) are inexpensive and readily available. WS: 28.4 in.; L: 41.7 in.; wing area: 254 sq. in.; weight: 15 to 18 oz.; power: GWS EPS-350C with C gearing prop; radio: 6-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
K0705A | $14.95
Spitfire Mk I
Designed by Mark Rittinger, this Spitfire is a great addition to anyone’s warbird squadron. It has a built-up fuselage and sheeted wing that’s surprisingly straightforward to build. WS: 42 in.; L: 34.75 in.; power: 200+-watt brushless outrunner motor; radio: 3-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X1008A | $14.95
Westland Whirlwind
Designed by Mark Rittinger, this semiscale model is built out of all balsa and has a low parts count. A low wing loading makes this a great-flying model. WS: 41.75 in.; L: 26.5 in.; power: two Speed 400 motors; radio: 3-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0302A | $19.95
F/A-22 Raptor
Designed by Steve Shumate, this semiscale pusher-prop design has thrust-vectoring capabilities for amazing maneuverability. Made out of sheet foam, it is easy to build and fun to fly. Intermediate building and piloting skills required. WS: 26 in.; L: 36.2 in.; weight: 18 oz.; power: brushless outrunner motor; 2 sheets; LD 2
X1111A | $21.95
F-106 Delta Dart
Designed by Dan Savage, this electric jet is sport scale but includes a fully cambered airfoil, reflexed trailing edge, and scale leading-edge droop. It features woodand-light-ply construction throughout. It has excellent flight performance and good slow-speed performance. A laser-cut short kit is available. WS: 28 in.; L: 49.5 in.; power: WeMoTec Minifan 480/Kyosho AP-29L; radio: 3-channel; 3 sheets; LD 2
K1110A | $24.95
MicroWave
Designed by Rich Uravitch, this electric ducted fan design uses a recycled electric ducted fan power unit from a worn-out foamie jet. The plans include a long- and a short-wing version, so you can build a cruiser or an interceptor. Formed-plastic parts and laser-cut wood parts are available. WS: 29 or 36 in.; L: 27.75 in.; power: 45mm unit with brushless motor; radio: 3-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0110 | $24.95
Sukhoi SU-37 Super Flanker Park Jet
Designed by Steve Shumate, this semiscale, easy-to-build, all-foam park jet is powered by two pusher-prop motors and includes functional three-axis, thrust-vectoring control. It is made using flat sheets of foam, and the plan shows all part templates and a detailed drawing of how the power system works. WS: 30 in.; L: 43.2 in.; power: two Park Jet motors with pusher props; 2 sheets; LD 2
K0708A | $21.95
Foam F-14 Tomcat
Designed by Steve Shumate, this semiscale park flier F-14 Tomcat has excellent flying characteristics and looks remarkably realistic when airborne. It features a working, variable-sweep wing, and simple foam and plywood construction. WS: 40.7 in.; L: 40 in.; power: geared electric pusher prop; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0506A | $19.95
MiG-17 Fresco
Designed by Jim Young, this electric MiG-17 is designed and built around the Great Planes 56mm Hyperflow EDF unit and is powered by an Ammo 24-45-3790 brushless motor. It features traditional built-up balsa-and-plywood construction, and laser-cut parts are available from the author. WS: 28 in.; L: 33 in.; power: 56mm GP Hyperflow unit; 1 sheet; LD 3
X0215A | $16.95
T-50 Golden Eagle
Designed by Laurent Berlivet, this contemporary military jet trainer design is built using foam and wood, and the plans show all of the cross-sections to accurately cut the foam with a hot-wire cutter. The wing and tail are built out of balsa and ply. WS: 27 in.; L: 33 in.; power: brushless inrunner motor; 2 sheets; LD 3
X0109A | $21.95
LTV A-7 Corsair II
Rich Uravitch’s 4-channel A-7 Corsair is an aerobatic .25-powered semiscale “jet” without the complexity of a ducted fan. This eye-catching model can be built by anyone but requires at least intermediate flying skills. WS: 35.5 in.; L: 36.75 in.; power: .19 to .28ci engine; 3 sheets; LD 2
X01951 | $19.95
Mini Wave EDF
Designed by Rich Uravitch, this easy-to-build electric ducted fan is ultra-reliable and reaches speeds of 100mph. It uses traditional balsa, light ply, and ply construction, and is covered with iron-on film. Vacuumformed plastic and laser-cut wooden parts are available. WS: 48 1/4 in.; L: 47 in.; power: WeMoTec 90mm fan unit with Hacker B50 brushless motor; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0505A | $21.95
The Strike
The latest version of the popular Shrike designed by Joe Beshar, this jet is powered by an electric ducted fan unit. It features easy-to-build construction using balsa and plywood. It can be easily modified to accept a wide range of 65 to 70mm units. WS: 37.5 in.; L: 28.25 in.; power Himax Elf 69 brushless motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
X10091 | $14.95
Turbinator-E
Designed by Nick Ziroli Sr., this is a smaller e-powered version of his 72-inch, turbine-powered jet. It uses traditional balsa-and-plywood construction and has plug-in wing panels. It can be built with fixed gear or retracts. A formed-plastic canopy and aileron servo covers are available. WS: 40 in.; L: 43.5 in.; power: Astro 020 with WeMoTec Mini 480 fan unit; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0908A | $21.95
SkyEye
Designed by Clark Salisbury, the SkyEye is a mix of old and new. It is a lightweight, easy-to-build, and easy-to-fly 3-channel sport flier specially designed to have an FPV video camera installed in its nose. Its pusher propeller design makes a stable platform for shooting aerial photography with lightweight cameras setups. It uses typical balsa-and-plywood construction throughout. WS: 69 in.; L: 53 in.; power: 25-size brushless motor; 2 sheets; LD 2
K0315A | $23.95
Super Hots
This .40- to .60-size Dan Santich fun-fly model is the king of the sky. Plans feature full-size patterns for quick, easy construction out of balsa and ply. WS: 54 in.; L: 51 in.; area: 702 sq. in.; power: .40 to .61 two-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X02861 | $19.95
Vought A-7D Corsair II
Designed by Le Phan, the Vought A-7D Corsair II is an electric-powered pusher jet that looks great in the air and is docile to fly. It uses former-and-stringer construction formed over a crutch and is fully sheeted with balsa. WS: 23.5 in.; L: 27.7 in.; power: Mega 16/15/7 brushless motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
X1106A | $14.95
Snoopy’s Doghouse
A true collector’s item! The original flying Snoopy’s Doghouse was designed by Al Signorino in balsa and hardwood. This wonder actually flies! WS: 24 in.; L: 25 in.; power: .60 engine; 1 sheet; LD 2
X04713 | $19.95
The Hots
A winning fun-fly RC design by Dan Santich, this simple, quick-to-build, all-balsa model is an outstanding aerobatic performer but quite stable. WS: 48 in.; L: 29.5 in.; power: E-flite Power 10 outrunner motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
X04841 | $19.95
Bee Liner
Designed by Andy Clancy, the Bee Liner is the latest in the Lazy Bee series. It is meant to be particularly versatile: docile yet capable of providing challenging stunt flying to an expert pilot. The model uses simple built-up wood construction. WS: 51 in.; L: 32 in.; power: four small brushless motors; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheets; LD 2
X1017A | $16.95
SportStar
Designed by Simon Delaney, this sport flier can be built with either a foam-core wing or a traditional built-up balsa-wing construction. The plans show foam-cutting templates and all the balsa rib patterns with building tabs attached for building the wing flat on the building board. It uses simplified construction methods and commercially available hardware, such as landing gear, cowl, and canopy. WS: 74 in.; power: 1.20 four-stroke or 20 to 30cc gas engine; radio: 4-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
X1110A | $21.95
The Pharaoh
Designed by Mark Rittinger, the Pharaoh is an electricpowered sport aerobatic design that uses commercially available foam-core wings to speed construction. The rest of the model uses traditional balsa, light ply, and aircraft plywood construction. WS: 54 in.; L: 48.75 in.; power: 750Kv brushless motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
X0416A | $16.95
The Ringmaster
Designed by Nick Ziroli Sr., this RC conversion of the 1951 Harry Williamson control-line stunt design is built conventionally out of balsa and ply. WS: 54 in.; L: 39 in.; power: .40 to .50 two-stroke or .45 to .60 four-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 1 sheet; LD 2
X08971 | $9.95
1/4-scale Bucker Jungmeister
This 1/4-scale design has the same all-wood construction as the larger model designed by Gary Allen, and laser-cut wooden parts and engine cowl are available from Arizona Model Aircrafters. WS: 65 in.; power: 1.20 four-stroke or a G-23 gas engine; 4 sheets; LD 3
X0300B | $21.95
Classic Sport Bipe
Designed by Gerald Garing, this lightly loaded sportscale Great Lakes look-alike is an ideal vintage biplane design that’s extremely impressive when equipped with a smoke system and a scalelike paint scheme. Many have been modified and flown at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome during the WW I Jamboree. WS: 72 in.; L: 65 in.; area: 1,640 sq. in.; power: 1.8 gas engine; radio: 4-channel; 3 sheets; LD 3
X05891 | $29.95
The Wild Hots
Developed by Steve Santich, the Wild Hots is based on the original Hots designed by his father, Dan Santich. It is a lightweight-profile balsa-and-ply aerobat, and it is electric powered. It can perform 3D aerobatics, and it can land as slowly as a trainer. WS: 40.5 in.; L: 43 in.; power: E-flite Power 10 outrunner motor; 1 sheet; LD 2
X02091 | $14.95
1/4-scale Fokker E.V.
Designed by David Johnson, the 1/4-scale Fokker E.V. parasol fighter is easy to build and flies like an advanced trainer. Traditional balsa, spruce, and plywood construction is used throughout, and the wing is fully sheeted. Pull-pull cables are used for all control surfaces. WS: 84 in.; L: 51 3/8 in.; power: G-38 gas engine; radio: 4-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
X0305A | $24.95
Cobra
Twin gullwings on a Midget Mustang fuselage make this design by Dan Santich a real flying machine. It’s an unprecedented giant-scale model of the famous racer. It’s built-up balsa, ply, and hardwood construction. WS: 76 in.; L: 65 in.; power: 2ci or larger gas engine; radio: 4-channel; 3 sheets; LD 2
X03841 | $34.95
Wild Thing .40
This Tom Stryker design has a short wingspan for fast roll rates and is practically stall-proof. It flies extremely well at low speeds and can practically hover in a light breeze. For intermediate builders/fliers. WS: 48 in.; L: 41 in.; power: .35 to .45 2-stroke; 1 sheet; LD 2
X04911 | $19.95
Big Hots
This design by Dan Santich is one of the best-flying giant models of all time. Simple construction methods on two huge full-size drawings make building quick and easy. WS: 91 in.; L: 78 in.; area: 1,800 sq. in.; power: 1.5 gas engine; radio: 4-channel; 3 sheets; LD 2
X11861 | $ 29.95
Convair CV-240/C-131 Samaritan Transport
Designed by Andy Anderson, the Convair CV-240/C-131 Samaritan is an excellent-flying sport-scale twin. It uses traditional balsa-and-light-ply construction and includes off-the-shelf retracts, struts, and flaps. WS: 82 in.; L: 65 in.; power: two .32 two-stroke engines; 3 sheets; LD 2
X0808A | $24.95
Fokker D-VII
This 1/4-scale Gary Allen design uses balsa-and-plywood construction and many standard hardware items. A SuperTigre 2500 glow engine is the standard powerplant, but a Zenoah G-38 or G-45 gasoline engine also works well. WS: 88 in.; L: 69.5 in.; radio: 4-channel; 4 sheets; LD 3
X02981 | $29.95
Grumman Lynx
Designed by David Andersen, the Grumman Lynx is a 1/3-scale civilian general-aviation aircraft designed for FAI scale competition. It has fixed gear and flaps, and several formed accessories are available. WS: 98 in.; L: 77 in.; power: GT-80 gas engine; 5 sheets; LD 2
X0906A | $34.95
Liberty Sport B
One of the best flying biplanes, this advanced Roger Stern design spans nearly 8 feet and requires a gas engine. This model features built-up rib sections, detachable wing panels, and laminated wingtips. WS: 79 in., area: 2,041 sq. in.; 4 channels; 4 sheets; LD 4
X07861 | $34.95
Fokker D-VIII
This classic 1/3-scale German WW I fighter is an ideal first giant model project, and it has scalelike construction using conventional materials. Bob Dunn directed this group effort by the Southern Tier Aero Radio Society club. The design can still be seen at vintage WW I fly-ins, and it was featured as a construction article in the Dick Phillips’s Giant Steps book (no longer in print). WS: 98 in.; L: 66 in.; power: 2.4ci gas engine; radio: 4-channel; 3 sheets; LD 2
G00001 | $29.95
Howard Ike Miss Chevrolet Racer
Designed by Henry “Mr. Gee Bee” Haffke, this 1/3-scale Miss Chevrolet is a great-flying, fairly easy-to-build scale model. Using traditional balsa-and-plywood construction methods, the model can be powered by a glow or gas engine; a 26cc Zenoah engine powered the prototype. WS: 88 in.; L: 66.5 in.; power: 26cc gas engine; 4 sheets; LD 2
X0313A | $29.95
Nifty 80
Designed by Gerry Yarrish, this is an easy-to-build, giant-scale budget trainer. It uses Lauan constructiongrade plywood for doublers and formers and light ply for fuselage sides. The wings are built with balsa ribs and spars and sheeting of common stock sizes. WS: 80 in.; power: G-23 engine; radio: 3-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
X10932 | $19.95
Giant Peashooter
Designed by Henry Haffke, this all-wood, built-up sport plane has a scalelike appearance. The super-easy-tobuild design has extremely docile flight characteristics. WS: 82 in.; L: 64 in.; area: 1,250.5 sq. in.; power: .90 twostroke or 1.20 four-stroke engine; 2 sheets; LD 2
X09951 | $19.95
Knight Twister Imperial
A peerless, exciting-to-fly Golden Age classic in 1/3 scale, this design by Dan Santich requires extensive building; the full-size parts are drawn on a separate sheet. WS: 70 in.; L: 62 in.; area: 1,505 sq. in.; power: 2ci engine or larger; radio: 4-channel; 3 sheets; LD 3
X10851 | $34.95
Piper J-3 Cub
This impressive 1/3-scale Piper J-3 Cub set the standard for giant-scale competition for many years. It features true-to-scale construction and detailing, and it is accurate in both function and outline. Designed by world scale competitor Bob Nelitz, the plans were published in Dick Phillips’s Giant Steps book (no longer in print). WS: 144 in.; L: 81 in.; power: 2.4ci gas engine; radio: 4-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
G00005 | $34.95
Ryan STA
This design combines the style of Golden Age aircraft with modern-day aerobatic performance. Burnis Fields’s 1986 1/4-scale plan is beautifully drawn and includes building illustrations. WS: 91 in.; L: 67.5 in.; area: 1,296.75 sq. in.; power: 1.5ci gas engine; radio: 5-channel; 3 sheets; LD 4
X05861 | $34.95
Sopwith Baby
Designed by John Tanzer, this seldom-modeled WW I biplane is relatively easy to build and fly. The Baby uses built-up balsa-and-spruce construction. Flying wires are not required. It has removable wood cabane struts, so wing alignment and model disassembly aren’t complicated. It can also be flown off water with floats. WS: 77 in.; L: 50 in.; power: 3.7ci gas engine; radio: 4-channel; 3 sheets; LD 3
X02991 | $19.95
Ultra Hots
Designed by Dan Santich, this super-aerobatic Ultra Hots is stable in slow flight but is also exceptionally capable. It’s for intermediate builders, but it will bring out the best in any aerobatic pilot. WS: 81 in.; L: 64.5 in.; power: 1.5 to 4ci gas engine; radio: 4-channel; 2 sheets; LD 2
X11901 | $24.95
S.E.5a WW I Scout
Designed by John Simmance, the S.E.5a is IMAA-legal and uses traditional balsa-and-plywood construction techniques. The highly detailed CAD plan of the airframe construction closely follows that of the full-scale WW I aircraft. With its level of detailing and precise assembly, this model is for the experienced builder who’s looking for a great-flying scale biplane. WS: 71 in.; L: 56.5 in.; power: 1.20 to 1.80 four-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 6 sheets; LD 3
X0703A | $29.95
Sopwith Camel
Designed by Gerry Yarrish, this 1/4-scale WW I biplane has the looks of the classic British dogfighter and the heart of a sport flier. It is CAD-designed, and laser-cut parts are available. Easy to build, the Camel has a onepiece top wing and plug-in lower wing panels. WS: 84 in.; L: 57 in.; power: Zenoah G-38 engine; 4 sheets; LD 2
X1215A | $29.95
Waco E
This design by Douglas Hobbs duplicates the style and grace of the original. Its “cabin” retains the configuration of a biplane without the use of cabane struts. The structure is built up using conventional materials. WS: 72 in.; L: 56 in.; area: 1,147 sq. in.; power: .90 four-stroke engine; radio: 4-channel; 2 sheets; LD 3
X06891 | $29.95
SIAI Marchetti SF-260
This fast and maneuverable 1/4-scale modern fighter trainer is designed by David W. Goerne. The plan includes three large sheets, and cutaway and instrument-panel illustrations by master aviation artist Jim Newman. WS: 87 in.; L: 70.5 in.; power: 2.6 to 3.4ci gas engine; 3 sheets; LD 3
X06931 | $29.95
The Albatros D.III
Designed by David Johnson, the 1/3-scale Albatros D.III is a great-flying WW I biplane. It is scale in outline and can be built fully detailed for serious scale competition. It can also be a great sport flier as it has excellent flight characteristics. WS: 118 in.; L: 93.5 in.; power: 3.5 to 4ci gas engine; radio: 4-channel; 5 sheets; LD 3
X1205A | $29.95
Westland Wyvern S4
Designed by David Wigley, this 1/5-scale model has custom shock-absorbing retracts and functional Fowler flaps. The power system consists of a BME 100cc twincylinder gas engine and a homemade contrarotating propeller. The rear 3-blade prop is engine driven, while the front prop windmills. WS: 100 in.; L: 96 in.; power: BME 100cc twin-cylinder engine; 4 sheets; LD 4
X0508A | $29.95