Author: Jay Smith

Edition: Model Aviation - 2024/02
Page Numbers: 6
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PARK PILOT CONTENT
ARRIVES IN MODEL AVIATION

By Jay Smith, Executive Editor | jays@modelaircraft.org

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STARTING WITH THIS ISSUE and in every issue of Model Aviation going forward, you will find two Park Pilot columns. These will include columns on building, 3D printing, and material about RC cars and boats. You will also find occasional features or reviews that fit in with the Park Pilot Program.

We are adding 48 pages per year to focus on Park Pilot Program aircraft, which are 2 pounds or less and fly at 60 mph or less. I hope you enjoy the additional content.

Theme Issues for 2024

I have been planning the 2024 Model Aviation content. I always enjoy working on issues with a theme and in 2023, we had a build issue and an issue focusing on the Battle of Britain movie. In 2024, we will continue with the build issue, and I would also like to include another themed issue.

That is where you, the reader, come in. Please reach out to me via email at jays@modelaircraft.org or by phone at (765) 287-1256, ext. 225, and let me know what theme you would like to see. The theme with the most requests will be selected. The last time we chose one, a how-to issue was the most requested. I’m excited to provide a theme that most readers want to see.

We are adding 48 pages per year to focus on Park Pilot Program aircraft, which are 2 pounds or less and fly at 60 mph or less. I hope you enjoy the additional content.