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Flying Indoors

In this episode of Flite Test, Josh and Josh talk about flying indoors! Watch as they  fly the Blade MQX, and give us 5 helpful tips.... Read More
Fokker-DR1
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Fokker DR1

In this episode of Flite Test Josh and Josh review the Fokker DR1 Scratch Build! This planes is cheap to build, easy to fly and is also great for combat with friends. Watch th... Read More
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Heli Path

In this episode of Flite Test Josh and Josh choose their heli path. Watch as the two push their limits as pilots and see what heli is best for them!... Read More
Dynamic-S
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Dynamic-S

In this episode of Flite Test, Josh and Josh fly the Dynamic-S. Not only does this plane look great in the air, but it also flies amazing. Watch this episode to see what the t... Read More
X-19-Scratch-Build
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X-19 Hummingbird – Scratch Build

In this episode of Flite Test Josh Scott interviews Peter, who designed his very own X-19 Hummingbird. Watch this episode to see more.... Read More
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Proper RX Placement

In this episode of Flite Test, Josh and Josh talk about donuts? Watch as the team demonstrates how a RX works, and where to place them in your plane, for the best possible rec... Read More
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Mikey’s FPV v3 Scratch Build

In this episode of Flite Test, watch as Josh Bixler walks us step by step, through building Mikeys FPV v3. This scratch build is a great FPV platform, and also a great slow fl... Read More
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Gas to Electric Conversion

In this episode of Flite Test, Josh and Josh convert a Hangar 9 P-47 glow plane, to electric with an E-Flite Power 60 motor. Not only does this plane fly amazing, its lighter... Read More
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Mikey’s FPV v3

In this episode of Flite Test, Josh and Josh talk about Mikey's FPV v3. This plane is an extremely well designed plane, it's a versatile FPV slow flying trainer. We want to... Read More
Radian-VS-Radian-Pro
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Radian vs. Radian Pro

In this episode of Flite Test, Josh and Josh talk about the Radian, and the Radian Pro! Both are awesome planes with very versatile features. Watch as Josh and Josh compare th... Read More
THROTTLE-NED-POINTS
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Throttle End Points

In this episode of Flite Test, Chad and David give us a fast tip on setting your throttle end pionts, and also how to change the direction of your motor. Watch to learn more!... Read More
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Custom Installing Retracts

In this episode of Flite Test, the team takes an ordinary T-28 Trojan, and gives it some bling! Watch as Josh and Josh show you how they custom fit retracts for this already a... Read More
EPO-P-47
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Hobby King EPO P-47 1600mm

In this episode of Flite Test, Josh and Josh review the monster size EPO P-47 1600mm Thunderbolt. This giant P-47 flies amazing, and is extremely detailed. Watch this episode... Read More
Scimitar
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E-Flite Scimitar

Have you ever wanted to buy a Scimitar? In this episode of Flite Test, Josh and Josh review the E-Flite Scimitar! This amazing plane is built tough, and is made for high G man... Read More
Gee-Bee
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Gee Bee R3

In this episode of Flite Test, Josh and Josh travel indoors to Geneva Ohio, to review the HobbyKing Gee Bee R3. This is an amazing flying fantasy plane! Watch this episode to... Read More
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Landing with flaps on the P-47

In this episode of Flite Test, Josh and Josh show us the P-47 with flaps. Watch as the team talk about the benefit of flaps and how to use them!... Read More
DIY-2
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DIY 2.4Ghz Radio Upgrade

In this episode we dive into an old Futaba 72mHz transmitter to give it new life! Watch as Josh, Josh and David summarize what it takes to do this. Afterwards, if you feel mot... Read More
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Sharable Shorts

Have you been in a situation where you wanted to share Flite Test with someone and they can't... won't watch 8-12 minutes of us yammering on until we get to the good stuff? We... Read More
December-update
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December 2011

In this episode of Flite Test watch as Josh and Josh show us some really cool products that they thought you might like! These are products that have been sent to us or we jus... Read More
ICON-A5
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ParkZone ICON A5

In this episode of Flite Test Josh and Josh talk about amphibians! This ICON A5 is an amazing plane, that is also very versatile, on land or water. Watch this episode to see m... Read More
Nano-tech
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Hobbyking Nano-Tech

In this episode of Flite Test, watch as the team puts two rival batteries to the test. Which one will will shed light on the situation? Watch this episode to find out!... Read More
Flying-on-water
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Flying On Water

In this episode of Flite Test Josh and Josh show us how to fly a plane on water! Not only did we bring back the Super Cub, but we also gave it floats! Watch this episode to le... Read More
Durafly-Micros
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Durafly Micros

In this episode of Flite Test Josh, Josh, and David fly the Durafly Micros! Watch as David challenges Bixler to a slap bet, while Scott has a shocking surprise for both of the... Read More
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Learning To Fly On a Simulator

In this episode of Flite Test Josh and Josh teach us how to fly on a simulator, and then in a real flying field! This is a very helpful episode for beginner pilots. Watch this... Read More
Vampire
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Hobby King Vampire

Lock your doors Flite Test fans, because in this episode Josh and Josh talk about Vampires! This EDF jet is an amazing plane. Watch this episode to see how it flies and what t... Read More
P-51-Mustang
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Hangar 9 P-51 Mustang MKII PTS

In this episode of Flite Test, Josh and Josh review our first nitro powered plane! This P-51 Mustang not only sounds amazing with it's glow motor, but its a great trainer that... Read More
Fun-Fighters
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Fun Fighters

In this episode of Flite Test Josh, Josh and David show us two new planes exclusive to HobbyKing. These Fun Fighters have been upgraded with some serious power. Watch to see h... Read More
Beast-3D
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E-flite Beast 3D with AS3X

In this episode of Flite Test, Josh and Josh fly a Beast! Although this beast may be very small, it has a lot of bang for the buck! Watch this episode to see all that this lit... Read More
Fowl-Flyer
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Fowl Flyer

In this episode of Flite Test, Josh, Josh and David have a holiday project for us! This is one lucky Thanksgiving Day turkey, who will be enjoying his last flight! Watch this... Read More
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Ways To Balance Your Props

Watch this video to see some simple methods to balance your props.... Read More
Champ
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HobbyZone Champ Challenge

Flite Test has another sponsor! In this episode Josh and Josh compete with the HobbyZone Champ. This amazing little plane is an easy flyer. Watch as Josh and Josh challenge ea... Read More
Avatar-Gunship
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Avatar Gunship

In this episode of Flite Test, watch as the team shows you an amazing aircraft built from scratch! This isn't a plane, and this isn't a helicopter. Its an Avatar Gunship! Watc... Read More
ATX-Conversion
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ATX Power Supply Conversion

Written By:  Glenn Crowe-Owen If you own, have owned or know someone who owns a desktop computer, then you will have access to a redundant ATX power supply. They are everywh... Read More
Air-Foils
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Airfoils

In this episode of Flite Test Josh and Josh teach us how to build planes out of foil? Well maybe not, but they do explain airfoils pretty well. Watch this to learn more.... Read More
COOL-GHOUL
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Cool Ghoul

In this very scary episode of Flite Test we build something that will shock your neighbors, scare your children and freak out your wife! Watch this episode to see what we did... Read More
Breaking-Glass
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Breaking Glass

In this episode of Flite Test Josh and Josh break stuff! This is no ordinary challenge. This challenge is the for the fans! Watch as Josh and Josh play for people of the forum... Read More
Anemometer
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HK Anemometer

In this episode of Flite Test Josh and Josh show us a great new tool from Hobbyking. It's called an anamom... an annymo... uuhhh. Just watch the episode. Josh and Josh will te... Read More
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October 2011 Update

Watch this episode of Flite Test so see what is in our very near future! 1. Horizon Hobby is coming on board as a new sponsor. So now we will release a Hobby King sponsored e... Read More
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Internet Forum Pitfalls

Internet Forum Pitfalls BY: Fred Provost There you are, searching the internet for an answer to your RC aviation question, and you found yourself directed to an RC forum.... Read More
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Rudders on Wings

Rudders on a wing? Why? Watch this episode to find out.... Read More
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Who is Josh Bixler

Watch new Flite Test episodes every monday at 5 p.m. EST! In this episode of Flite Test, we talk to Josh Bixler about the making of the show and how it got started! Watch t... Read More
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Who is Josh Scott

Watch new Flite Test episodes every monday at 5 p.m. GMT -5! In this episode of Flite Test, we talk to Josh Scott about the making of the show and how it got started! Watch... Read More
tek-sumo-and-bonsai3316
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Tek Sumo and Bonsai

In this episode of Flite Test Josh and Josh review the new Hobbyking flying wings! The Bonzi and the Tek Sumo are two very stable and versatile flying wings that we enjoy flyi... Read More
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Flite Test Wallpaper

Feel free to download your FREE Flite Test wallpaper for your computer. We plan on making various sizes and designs. Please comment below if you're looking for a certain desig... Read More
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FPV Tow Glider

In this episode of Flite Test, Josh, Josh and Chad try something new. No, the plane isn't broken down, and no we didn't loose the motor. This plane is a glider that we tow via... Read More
no-guts-no-glorry1536
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No Guts, No Glory

Written By: Fred Provost I seem to like to write about eventualities.  Eventually this, or that will happen, if you stay in the hobby long enough.  One of those thing... Read More
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Crash Kit

Have you ever crashed your plane at the flying field and haven't had the tools or parts to get it back up in the air? Well in this episode of Flite Test, you'll see what the F... Read More
simple-fpv2198
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Simple FPV

Well here it is. We listen to our viewers and everyone wants to know what FPV system we use. In this episode, we talk about our FPV gear as well as show you how it works. If y... Read More
gyros-on-a-plane2988
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Gyro on a Plane

Have you ever seen Gyros on a heli? Well in this episode of Flite Test the two Josh's put a gyro on a plane! Watch as Josh Bixler puts the Rare Bear to the test with a gyro!... Read More
flying-cinder-block4027
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Flying Cinder Block

We love a challenge! It's time to put the physics of flight to the ultimate test. Can the Flite Test boys get a cinder block to lift off of the ground? We're just going... Read More
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Crash Course

Written by: Fred Provost If it hasn’t happened, then you haven’t flown, period.  The fact is, everyone who has flown an RC aircraft has crashed one, somewh... Read More
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Fielding Questions

Written By: Fred Provost If you've flown at a local park, you've had this experience.  A person walks... Read More
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FPV Guided Bomb Drop

Remember our Bomb Drop episode? Well this time we're kicking it up a notch! Watch as Josh, Josh and Chad try to hit a target with a motor-less plane via FPV! Josh Scott isn't... Read More
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New Website!

The long awaited Flite Test website is now active! Oh... and some other updates. CAST & CREW: Josh Bixler - Host (Experienced) Josh Scott - Host (Noob) David Wi... Read More
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Frankenplane

There's something very scary about this episode of Flite Test. In this Episode watch as Josh and Josh build the Frankenplane! This scary plane not only performs amazing but it... Read More
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Plane Retrieval

Have you ever flown your RC plane right into a tree? Or onto a roof? Well... we have. And in this episode, we will show you the many different ways of retrieving your planes..... Read More
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LOS Balloon Pop Challenge

Look out everybody! This is part two of the balloon pop CHALLENGE! Watch as Josh Scott takes on Josh Bixler head to head!... Read More
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FPV Balloon Pop Challenge

Well well well, it's our 100th episode! Celebrate with us as we fly FPV and and see who is the better pilot at popping balloons! And hey, YOU might even win something! That's... Read More
FPV-GroundStation
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FPV Ground Station

Ever wonder how the guys from Flite Test get all that gorgeous FPV footage? Well, here is the episode that explains it all. Set up, components used and different types of FPV... Read More
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Flying Montage

Do you fans ever think that we do to much talking? Well in this episode, we tried to fix that. This is a montage of all of our favorite clips, flying footage, epic moments, an... Read More
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AR Drone

Ahhh, the AR Drone. With many other reviews, tips and home made videos floating around YouTube, let us see what the Flite Test boys have to say about it. Let's take a little t... Read More
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Flying Low

Here is our next challenge! The boys bring out the trampoline yet again to put their flying skills to the ultimate test! But this time, there is a catch, and the challenge mig... Read More
balsa-cessna2551
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Balsa Cessna

Hey, remember the Cessna with boots? Well this Cessna doesn't have boots, but it does have an awesome scale appearance. In this episode of Flite Test, Josh and Josh review the... Read More
repairing-the-texan3850
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Repairing the AT-6

Written by: Chad Kapper You may, or may not, be aware of the “Angry Swordsman” episode. We sliced a plane in half. Well, we didn’t… the swordsman did. Here it... Read More
flying-cow1558
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Flying Cow Build Plans

Hey guys, here are the build plans for the flying Cow! Please use your knowledge and creativity to fill in the gaps. Experiment and have a great time with your scratch... Read More
speedwing-build3237
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FT Speed Wing Build

Ever since the 100MPH under $100 episode we’ve received many requests for the FT Speedwing design. While it’s not a step-by-step tutorial, I hope the dimensions, parts l... Read More
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FPV Antennas

Flite Test - FPV Antennas - FLITE TIP This episode we have a return appearance by David Windestall, also known as Dadde on the internet forums. David joins the Joshes to he... Read More
hand-launching2979
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Hand Launching

Have you ever thrown your plane straight into the ground, or wished you had an extra hand on your transmitter when launching? Well in this episode, Josh and Josh talk a little... Read More
ventus4209
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The Ventus

In this episode Josh Bixler and David Windestal review the Ventus! Without the controls, Josh Bixler talks us through the plane's flying tendencies, while David hunts for ther... Read More
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Building The Bomb Drop

Bombs away! Take cover! In this episode Flite Test shows you how to build a bomb! Well, maybe not the bomb but deffinately the bomb drop! Josh Scott wants to blow things up, b... Read More
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Bomb Drop Challenge

In this episode of Flite Test David Windestal takes on expert pilot Josh Bixler in a Bomb Drop Challenge! This isn't an ordinary challenge. This is a test to see who the best... Read More
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Mosquito FPV Cockpit

Take off you canopy and get in the Cockpit of the Mosquito! In this episode watch as Josh and Josh install a FPV system on the Mosquito, complete with panorama. The Joshes exp... Read More
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Mosquito

Put away your deep woods bug spray, this is one mosquito that you'll want buzzing around you at the flying field. This week the Joshes review the HobbyKing Mosquito. They give... Read More
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Rare Bear Repair

Remember the Rare Bear? In the last episode the Josh's reviewed the Rare Bear, with a slight mishap. In this episode the Josh's try to repair the Rare Bear to fly again. Tune... Read More
the-rare-bear2936
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The Rare Bear

In this episode the Josh's talk about Care Bears? NO WAY! Josh and Josh talk about the bigger and better Rare Bear from Roland at eotmodels.com. The two review the plane while... Read More
the-bixler2145
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The Bixler

This week the Joshes return, with the flight review we were denied last episode. Josh Bixler hand launches the Bixler plane, for a review flight from, wait, this has to be a t... Read More
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The Bixler Build

The Bixler Build. Although Josh S. still envies Bixler for having his own plane, in this episode of Flite Test He helps build the Bixler. Josh S. reviews the plane giving us t... Read More
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A-10 Warthog

Warthog, Warthog, Warthog! This week the guys review the HobbyKing A-10 Warthog. While with this plane "there are no worries", there were a few points to inspect before puttin... Read More
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Tricopter Tips

In this episode the Joshes are joined by David Windestal talking about 5 tips to a happy tricopter. These aircraft are quickly growing in popularity in part for their odd look... Read More
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Tricopter

In this episode the Joshes are joined by David Windestal to introduce you to the world of multi-rotor craft. These aircraft are quickly growing in popularity in part for their... Read More
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Mac Hodges B-29

In this episode Josh bixler is flying solo?! Where's Josh Scott?! Josh B. and Fred Provost aka Flying Monkey, interview Mac Hodges, owner of the B-29 and Hodges Hobbies in And... Read More
fokker-triplane3121
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Fokker Triplane

This week Flite Test finally releases it's super secret, long withheld, review of the HobbyKing Fokker Triplane. This plane has been teasing us from the background of other ep... Read More
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Control Horns

This week the Joshes talk about trumpets and fishing? Horns and rods are mentioned but what they're referring to is control horns, and control rods. Josh Bixler shows a couple... Read More
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Tuff Trainer

In this episode the guys review Josh Scott's plane, the Tuff Trainer. Josh S. has had this plane at his disposal for about a week, in which he got some practice time in. Josh... Read More
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03 SEFF 2011

Josh and Josh continue to experience the largest all electric rc flying event as they bring you the third installment from SEFF 2011. Josh Bixler speaks to Mark Murdock from g... Read More
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02 SEFF 2011

This episode the Joshes return you to the pristine field of Hodges Hobbies, home of the annual event known as SEFF. Josh Scott is excited, as he gets to bark at a mutt of a pl... Read More
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01 SEFF 2011

Here's the episode many of you have been waiting for. The Joshes traveled to the broad green expanse of Hodges Hobbies to bring you the sights, sounds, and people of the large... Read More
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The Funbat

Did Chad forget to pay the heating bill? No, That's just Mr. Bixler's way of trying to circumvent his end of the bargain. This week we see Josh Bixler like you've never seen h... Read More
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100 MPH Under $100

This week we have something a little different. No reviews, no events, no tips, just a small bet between friends. Is it possible to build a foam airplane, for under a hundred... Read More
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Weak Signals Model Expo 03

Hot dogs, gates to the sea, and sounds of the city, oh my. The Joshes are once again at the 57th Model Expo in Toledo Ohio, and they focus this week on aircraft that hover. Jo... Read More
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Weak Signals Model Expo 02

Once again Josh and Josh talk to us from the Weak Signals Model Expo in Toledo Ohio. After a brief explanation of just what an Expo is, Josh Bixler makes it clear, there's no... Read More
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Weak Signals Model Expo

If you use a forum, or if you've read an RC aircraft Magazine, you've seen discussions about events like fly-ins, trade shows, and tournaments. This episode, join Josh and Jos... Read More
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Slope Soaring

Josh and Josh go to their happy spot on the soap slopes of California. In what might very well be the last Hobby King sponsored show, Josh Bixler demonstrates the basics of sl... Read More
fox3181
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Fiberglass FOX

The listeners have spoken, and Flite Test listened. The Joshes have forgone the beautiful beach settings, and taken it to the desert this week to test out the HobbyKing F... Read More
differential1947
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Differential

Once again, thanks to HobbyKing, we find the Joshes basking in the sun on an outcropping of rock in southern California instead of the cold and grey expanses of Ohio. Jos... Read More
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Cowling Install

If planes have mustaches, then they must have faces, right?  In this Flite Tip, the Joshes tell us that the cowl is the face of the plane, and going on the idea that you only... Read More
edge-5403101
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Edge 540

The Joshes show their brotherly love while on the beaches of southern California while reviewing the Hobby King Edge 540. Josh Scott impresses the audience with his spot on sp... Read More
parallel-and-series1838
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Parallel and Series

Have you ever needed more flight time but all you have are small batteries? Or maybe you need a 4 cell, but all you have is 2 cell batteries. Well, let Josh and Josh illustrat... Read More
epo-alpha-jet4256
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EPO Alpha Jet

This EPO Alpha jet is a sharp looking aircraft. Now let's see how it flies!... Read More
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Combat

Aerial combat is very popular in the world of RC flight. Watch as Josh Bixler and Anthony Hand (Hobby King President) duke it out to the death!... Read More
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EP Pitts

Cool Josh and geeky Josh found a great place to maiden the new EP-Pitts balsa plane. Vasquez rocks in sunny California! This location is prominent in many films and tv shows..... Read More
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Flying In The Wind

No trip to LA would be complete without the opportunity to bask in the glow of celebrity. In this week's Flite Tip, our boys get a chance to hang out with a star from The Lost... Read More
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F6F Hellcat

The Dynamic Duo join the busy flight line at the Apollo 11 flying field in the Sepulveda Basin field, Southern California for the maiden flight of the Hobby King F6F Hellcat.... Read More
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Kinetic 800

We're at the beach in Southern California! The perfect place to try some slope soaring with this great little plane. It's a plug-n-fly that has some unique features. Watch the... Read More
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Anthony Hand Interview Part 2

Anthony Hand is a young businessman with a passion for all things RC. As the president of Hobby King, he has become one of the biggest contributors to the RC world. Watch our... Read More
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Repairing Covering Film

Say you have a brand new balsa plane. It looks so shiny and new... until you hit that tree! Now the covering film has a hole and you don't know how to repair it. That's ok. Jo... Read More
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Anthony Hand Interview Part 1

Anthony Hand is a young businessman with a passion for all things RC. As the president of Hobby King, he has become one of the biggest contributors to the RC world. Watch our... Read More
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FT Flyer

Josh and Josh review this great little scratch built plane. The FT Flyer is based off of the classic Blu Dart. Our version of this model was built for about $38 in parts, incl... Read More
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Balancing Your Plane

Do you ever feel like your trim is always off? Or do you have to constantly re-adjust your control surfaces? Well in this episode Josh and Josh show you how to balance your pl... Read More
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L.A. Arrival

Josh and Josh travel from Cleveland Ohio to Los Angeles California! Be sure to check our Facebook page, website, and RC Groups for updates while we're here in L.A.... Read More
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Video Transmitter

With the ever increasing popularity of FPV flying, the video transmission equipment has become very affordable. Watch as Josh and Josh test two popular systems (2.4GHz vs 900M... Read More
hk-500gt3316
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HK 500 GT

A few weeks ago we tested the HK-500CMT 3D and it had some problems with the torque tube failing. Now we test the HK-500GT 3D! The primary difference is the belt driven tail.... Read More
erc-micro-stik2481
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e-RC Micro Stik

Don't miss Josh Scott's first solo flight! Josh Bixler prepares J.S. to do some indoor flying with a great little plane from Hobby Lobby. Watch as we use and abuse the eRC Mic... Read More
flying-cow014152
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Flying Cow

How do you get a cow bell to fly? Attach it to a flying cow head! Well, that's what we did. In this episode Josh and Josh review this "Flite Test original" scratch build.... Read More
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Simulator Flying

Josh Scott gets to fly! Well... virtually. In this segment Josh Bixler walks J.S. through the basics of a simple flying pattern on the simulation software.... Read More
at-6-texan3609
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AT-6 Texan

Josh and Josh review the Hobby King AT-6 Brushless EPO Plug-n-Fly. It's a great little plane that can take a beating... or should I say "slicing".... Read More
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Floats on the Snow

The weather is against us. Snow is covering the runway. Will nothing stop the Josh duo from flying!? Strap on some floats and the frozen ground becomes our runway! Watch as we... Read More
turnigy-9x999
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Turnigy 9X

The new and improved Turnigy 9x controler from Hobby King is hard to get a hold of, but well worth it for the price. Josh Bixler gets his hands on this controler for the first... Read More
epp-fpv3711
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EPP FPV

Designed specifically for FPV flying, the Hobby King EPP FPV Plane is great platform to get your camera gear in the air. This large plane is durable, stable and can carry a lo... Read More
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Soldering Battery Connectors

A lot of you have asked for this... so we took the time to show you how we do it. Learning to solder battery connectors is essential in the RC world. So many brands of batteri... Read More
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Angry Swordsman

At Flite Test, we believe safety is very important. That's why Josh and Josh have been working on illustrating what NOT to do at your local flying field. Watch this episode to... Read More
hk-500-cmt3d4906
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HK 500 CMT 3D

Flite Test heli pilot, John Coyle puts the HK-500CMT 3D to the test! This episode is filled with high expectations, drama, and cold weather. The HK-500CMT 3D is a low cost Ali... Read More
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Trappy Interview

Raphael Pirker (Trappy) is an Austrian born university student that has a passion for flying first person view (FPV) RC planes. Recently his passion got him in some hot water... Read More
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Using A Watt Meter

How many watts does your plane produce? What does that even mean?! Watch this episode of Flite Test about watts, volts, amps, etc... and learn how to measure this information... Read More
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EPO Parkjet

It's cold and windy! But it won't stop Josh and Josh from doing their jobs. Watch as they test this lil' EPO ParkJet from Hobby King. It's a fast plane that's small and easy t... Read More
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Repairing a Foam Plane

Everybody crashes. Now let's learn how to get things put back together. In this episode, Josh and Josh guide you through assessing the damage and repairing an EPP plane.... Read More
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Tech One Angel

The pair of Josh's take advantage of the fleeting autumn days as they review this little EPP flier. The Angel is made of EPP and claims to be "unbreakable". Josh Scott takes t... Read More
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Installing LED’s

Want to fly your RC plane at night? Can't see where your going when its dusk? Learn how we wired our RC plane for night flying!... Read More
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Durafly Spitfire

The Supermarine Spitfire, made by Durafly (a Hobby King brand), is a beautiful warbird that is just plain fun to watch as it flies by! Josh Bixler talks about the retractable... Read More
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Supa Fly Music Video

Night flying at it's best. After editing the Flite Tip episode, we felt as though we had enough footage to make a whole seperate video. This was all shot on the Flite Test bac... Read More
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Night Flying

This is one of our favorites! The pair of Josh's give a little insight for flying at night. We're getting close to winter and the days are shorter... but it wont stop us from... Read More
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Hobbyking Quicksilver

The greatly anticipated Quicksilver GT-700 is here... and we got it for its maiden flight! As far as we can tell, this is the first one that rolled off the line. This little r... Read More
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F-18 LED Afterburners

Looking to make your EDF jet just a tad more realistic in the air? Watch Josh Bixler modify this Hobby King F18 by adding flames to the afterburners! No... not real ones. But... Read More
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F-18 Blue Angels EDF

Alas! Josh Scott gets to see this classic jet up close and personal. Plus there is an additional surprise Josh Bixler can't wait to share with his buddy with the same name.... Read More
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Choosing A Propeller

Choosing the right propeller can be tricky. Josh and Josh go over the basics of propeller design. Please visit our website for information and links to help you choose the rig... Read More
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Expos & Dual Rates

Have you ever wondered what dual rates were? Or maybe someone told you to dial up your expos... In an attempt to save face, you nod in agreement while fiddling with your contr... Read More
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Hobbyking Sponsorship

This video explains our values, appreciation and what you can expect from us in the future. Flite Test welcomes our new sponsorship with Hobby King!... Read More
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Viewer Feedback 02

Josh and Josh give feedback to the viewers feedback.... Read More
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Turnigy Lipo Pack

This week Josh and Josh review Hobby King's Turnigy 1300mAh 11.1V 3S 25C Lipo Battery Pack. Hobby King has been taking some flak for their batteries. Some claim they are overr... Read More
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Heli Pilot

Meet John Coyle... He is Flite Test's new heli pilot. John will help Josh and Josh demo the new Hobby King HK500 GT helicopter. But first, let's see what he can do.... Read More
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FPV Twinstar Version 01

We receive many requests regarding this plane. The official Flite Test FPV Twinstar is our workhorse. Weather it's beautiful cloud shots, chasing a plane for review, or an awe... Read More
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Spektrum DX8

Josh and Josh unbox Spektrum's latest advancement in radio technology. The NEW Spektrum DX8! It's loaded with features and they're ready to give it a spin. They take to the sk... Read More
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E-Flite Taylorcraft 450

The original Taylorcraft is one of private aviation's most popular airplanes. E-flite's version of the Taylorcraft 450 ARF is an easy-to-assemble, scale parkflyer constructed... Read More
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Parkzone F4F Wildcat

The "pilot" episode. Our hosts, Josh and Josh choose the Parkzone F4F Wildcat for their first review. Scale lines and a quality build make this electric RC warbird an instant... Read More
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Battery Testing Disappointment

The last time we tested a battery it was a Turnigy 1.3 11.1v. Afterwards there were many criticisms regarding it’s published rating, weight, and how it would compare to a hi... Read More