Planes on Deck: What I’m Bringing to the Youngstown RC Meetup

This Saturday, May 10 — alongside Community Grow Day — I’ll have a diverse lineup of RC aircraft on display and ready to fly. For scale: I’m 6′5″, so you’ll get a real sense of these wingspans! Whether you’re here to learn, to race, or just to geek out over vintage designs, there’s something for everyone.

1. Wright Flyer Replica

• Inspired by the Wright Brothers: A tribute to the very first powered flight.

• Construction: Balsa structure built from two Slow Stick kits, fused into a custom kit build with bright yellow wings.

• Glide-Assist Electronics: Custom brushless motor and 4-cell LiPo give it just enough thrust to launch, then it soars on classic wing warping.

• Why Fly It? You’ll feel the history in every gentle pass—perfect for slow, stable circuits that salute aviation’s pioneers.

2. Kyosho Stratus Sports Glider

• High-Lift Foam Wing (75.6"): Designed to catch thermals and slope winds.

• Upgraded Electronics: A modern brushless setup makes launching and trimming effortless.

• Gliding Mastery: Learn how small control inputs and a bit of breeze keep you aloft for minutes at a time.

3. Gyro-Stabilized Trainer Duo

• Red & Blue Foam Airframes: Rugged EPP construction with protective bumpers.

• Gyro-Stabilized Flight: Onboard sensors help keep wings level—ideal for first flights (and anxious hands!).

• Full-Range Radio: From gentle climbs to coordinated turns, you’re in safe hands as you earn your stripes.

4. Micro 4-Channel “Storm” Flyer

• Compact & Capable: Don’t let the palm-sized frame fool you—this little pusher packs a punch.

• Four-Channel Flight: Elevators, rudder, throttle, and ailerons give you full aerobatic freedom.

• Surprise Factor: It handles like a pro jet in a micro package—ideal for cramped flying fields.

See You May 10!

Youngstown RC Meetup
2350 Lansdowne Blvd, Youngstown, OH
10 AM – 2 PM

Bring your own plane (AMA-certified pilots required for > 250 g) or dive into one of our beginner clinics. I can’t wait to swap trim tricks, answer your questions, and help you pick your next build!

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