RC Plane Lab
Welcome to RC Plane Lab, a podcast for anyone who likes RC airplanes! We’ll share tips and tricks on how to build models and how to be a better pilot. Visit us at RCPlaneLab.com to sign up for our email list and to ask us questions. You can also text us or leave us a voicemail at 818-351-9846.
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Friday Aug 20, 2021
Friday Aug 20, 2021
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 has plagued it from the beginning has been sorted out. Tune in to hear how the first flights went, and what was discovered about electronic ignitions.
Watch the video on YouTube!
https://youtu.be/AIA-x7-LFHU
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Friday Aug 06, 2021
Friday Aug 06, 2021
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!!
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Friday Jul 23, 2021
Friday Jul 23, 2021
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 organized. Tune in to hear some of the things Tom does to keep everything straight.
But before they get to that, the guys talk about flying with SAFE, Ron's new airplane, and control horns. Tom also talks about an expensive mistake he made while trying to run his 3 cylinder Saito.
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Friday Jul 09, 2021
Friday Jul 09, 2021
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 takes to fly legally for recreational purposes in the US.
We'd also like to give a special shout out and say thanks to a listener of ours, James Guyton, for sending Tom a diesel rc airplane engine. Thanks James!
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Friday Jun 25, 2021
Friday Jun 25, 2021
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 gives an update on his balsa order. Here's a hint, still no balsa!
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Friday Jun 11, 2021
Friday Jun 11, 2021
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.
They also cover diesel rc airplane engines, go over some feedback, and answer some questions.
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Friday May 28, 2021
Friday May 28, 2021
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 and Tom discuss the ins and outs of the rc airplane electric motor, electronic speed controllers (or esc), and how to choose an electric power system for your airplane. Visit us at https://rcplanelab.com/electric-rc-motors/ to get all of the information talked about in the show.
Friday May 14, 2021
Friday May 14, 2021
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 and Tom explain the common types of RC airplane batteries in our hobby. From vintage Nickel Cadmium to the latest Lithium batteries, we break them down for you so you can decide what to trust your model to.
Which RC airplane battery do you use? Reach out to us at RCPlaneLab.com, or leave us a voicemail or text at 818-351-9846!
Friday Apr 30, 2021
Friday Apr 30, 2021
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 a few weeks ago, talk about running 2 of the YS120 engines for the Tri-Motor Project, and discuss how many channels you really need on your transmitter.
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Friday Apr 23, 2021
Friday Apr 23, 2021
In this episode of RC Plane Lab, Ron and Tom talk about setting up retractable landing gear.
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