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In this episode The Telemaster is finally finished for real, and Ron and Tom look back at what it took to get the project completed. It has been said before, but this time it’s for real. The Trash Can Telemaster is finished! It has been flown, by both Tom and Ron, and the problem that … Read more
In this episode Crashing is part of flying RC airplanes, but that does not make it any less frustrating when a model goes down. It happens to all of us. If you fly, crashes can happen. Ron found this out since the last podcast. Tune in to find out what happened!! Episode 74 Transcript This … Read more
In this episode Ron and Tom discuss organizing and storing RC airplanes, Ron’s latest airplane purchase, and what Tom managed to break. Have you ever tried to remember what parts and pieces you need to fly one of your planes, but couldn’t? Ron has. And he wants to know how to keep everything separate and … Read more
In this episode Ron and Tom talk about trust in the RC hobby, along with the usual project updates and stories from the field. In this light-hearted episode of RC Plane Lab, the guys talk about trips to the field, the new UAS test called TRUST, and go over the FAA’s rules on what it … Read more
In this episode Ron and Tom explain how to synchronize the engines on a twin-engine nitro RC airplane and why matching them matters. In this episode of the RC Plane Lab Podcast, Tom talks about how he plans on syncing and tuning the 3 engines to get them ready for the Tri-Motor Project. Ron also … Read more
In this episode Ron and Tom return from the break with a discussion about model diesel engines, listener feedback, and listener questions. We’re back from our little break, and have a couple things to talk about. Tom tells us about some new rc gear he bought, and Ron tells us about trying to buy balsa. … Read more
In this episode This best-of episode revisits electric RC power systems, including motors, ESCs, and how the components work together. While we’re taking our break, we hope you enjoy a best of RC Plane Lab episode, Electric Motors! In case you missed it the first time, in this episode of the RC Plane Lab Podcast, Ron … Read more
In this episode This best-of episode revisits the RC battery discussion, including battery types, care, charging, and safe use. While we’re taking our break, we hope you enjoy a best of RC Plane Lab episode, Batteries! In case you missed it the first time, capacity and voltage are the theme of this electrifying episode! Ron … Read more
In this episode Ron and Tom explain the upcoming break and discuss how many radio channels an RC pilot actually needs. This is our last new episode before our break. But don’t worry, we’ll be back before you know it! In this episode, Ron and Tom give an update on the overcharged battery story from … Read more
In this episode Ron and Tom walk through retractable landing gear setup, including the details that help retracts operate reliably. In this episode of RC Plane Lab, Ron and Tom talk about setting up retractable landing gear. Episode 66 Transcript This transcript has been lightly edited for readability. Timestamps are retained. Read the full transcript … Read more