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Building the XB-42 "Mixmaster"
by Wout Moerman (Jun 22, 2007)
A Herbert Weiss design from the early 1940's, and winner of the "Weiss Minute Model Cookup" event at the SFA Forum. This unique scale subject includes pusher prop, dual canopies, and glazed nose section.

The New Millennium Sleek-Streek
by Clint Brooks (Apr 29, 2007)
Inspired by the original Sleek-Streek, this sheet-balsa model is an even better performer. This detailed construction article includes flight trimming instructions, and FREE PLANS!
A Faster Method For Stick Fuselages
by Marcel Lavoie (Jan 26, 2007)
Tired of the tedious fitting of uprights and crossmembers to fuselage structures? Marcel's got the cure! Simple homemade tools make cutting quick and easy, yielding parts that fit beautifully. Complete instructions included.
The Twister
by Matthew B. Payne (Oct 7, 2006)
Check out Matt's creative new system for forming prop blades. Permits superb control of undercamber, twist, blade straightness, and washout. FREE PLANS included!
The Candy Wrapper - 26" SAL R/C Glider
by Andy Mitas (Aug 22, 2006)
This side-arm launch (SAL) glider is a great way to do some schoolyard thermal hunting. FREE PLANS are provided for this inexpensive, durable, and easy-to-build model!
Carved Fuselages For Dummies
by Johan Wallin (Jun 21, 2006)
A "newbies" guide to building models from foam or balsa blocks. Johan provides step-by-step instructions for this fascinating alternative to stick & tissue construction.
Chopstick 2 - Rubber Power Helicopter
by Peter Frostick (Jun 15, 2006)
This little helicopter is a great performer, and some versions have flown nearly 90 seconds indoors. Peter's article includes construction and flight trimming instructions, along with FREE PLANS!


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