RC Scale
RC Scale refers to the scale modeling of radio-controlled aircraft, focusing on accurate representation and performance in flight.
RC Scale
NASA held its first year-end Scale contest, the NASA West Scale Classic, from October 10-12, 2025, in Davis, California, with 16 pilots competing. Ed Becker won the Expert class, while Jack and Kiki Diaz claimed the Pro-Am Pro class. Tim Dickey topped the Open class. Next year's event will be the NASA West Regional Shootout in Fort Worth, Texas.
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Stan Alexander highlights two notable aviation museums in Tennessee: the Tennessee Museum of Aviation, featuring warbirds like the Douglas A-1H Skyraider and P-47 Thunderbolts, and the Beechcraft Heritage Museum, showcasing historic aircraft including the Beechcraft Staggerwing and Travel Air models. Both museums offer rich insights into aviation history and engineering. The Beech Party event occurs annually in October. Additionally, the summary mentions outstanding entries from the AMA RC Scale Nats, including Tom Lowrie’s Super Starduster and Gary Smith’s Sonex-B.
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The USA team is heading to the FAI F4 World Championships in Buckminster, U.K., featuring three teams in F4C, F4H, and F4B classes. Team manager Jeremy Arvin leads 10 members, including 2024 F4B champion Pete Bauer and his wife Kathy. Notable entries include Jack Buckley’s Mini Max and Ben Andrus's Fairchild 24. Competitors are encouraged to prepare documentation early for success in future events, such as the 2028 Worlds in Poland.
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Frank Kaylor built a Scale model of the Cessna T-50 Bobcat, inspired by the Sky King show. It features G-26 engines, modified landing gear, and great flight performance.
