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I can answer beginning, advanced and expert questions about electrically powered R/C model aircraft, and many questions about R/C model aircraft of all types, except helicopters. I`ve been building, flying and designing R/C model aircraft for 40 years.
Experience in the area
I have been building and flying radio controlled model aircraft since 1960. I'm the president of the Electric Flyers Only, Inc., located in southeasten Michigan. I'm a past president of the National Electric Aircraft Council. I'm vice-president of the Midwest R/C Society. I was president and main founder of the UFO (Union Lake Flying Organization). I've built and flown most types of model aircraft except helicopters.
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Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Glen | 09/21/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much, Ken, for the ..... |
| John | 09/06/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Very helpful. Answered my question. Much appreciated ..... |
| Don | 08/15/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Dear Ken, Thank you very much! The ..... |
| Richard | 05/19/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Dear Ken, You sure went the extra ..... |
| John | 04/28/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for the clear and concise ..... |
Recent Answers from Ken Myers
2012-01-23 In the market for an RC Airplane:
Hi Daniel, The ones for $100 or less can only be flown in very low wind conditions. The best of them is the Champ RTF by HobbyZone. http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/champ-rtf-HBZ4900 It is
2012-01-23 In the market for an RC Airplane:
Hi Daniel, What is affordable is kind of wide open because it depends on the individual. The Multiplex EasyStar meets all of the rest of your criteria. It is available from many online vendors and
2011-09-21 Float Plane That Got Wet:
Hi Glen, Even though I live in an area here in southeastern Michigan that is full of lakes, I do not fly off of water, even though it is very popular here. I doubt that the balsa is 'rotten' from being
2011-09-06 Batteries:
Hi John, The manufacturer most likely doesn't carry a 4S1P. Not a huge difference in weight. Personally, I'd prefer a 1P pack. Just neater. Another note about choosing capacity: I'm a electric
2011-08-09 Finding old rc kit:
Hi Don, Not familiar with the model you are talking about. The only one that I know of is the one that is sold by Maxford USA here in the USA. http://www.maxfordusa.com/fieselerfi-156cstorch.aspx
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