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Motion RC Knowledge blog

Motion RC is your trusted number one hobby shop to take off and hit the horizon. You will find radio controlled model airplanes suited for every skill level, from Beginner to Intermediate to Advanced and Expert. Whether you’re looking for your first electric RC airplane and need expert advice, or are a frequent flyer wanting to personalize your favorite EDF jet, you have come to the right place!

We carry a wide selection of RC electric airplanes, RC helicopters, and multirotor drones, in addition to Lipo batteries, gyros, FPV cameras, and tools for your Remote Control hobby. Seaplanes, EDF jets, 3D acrobatics, biplanes, racer airplanes, and warbirds; our huge online selection features something for every RC plane lover at any skill level and budget. Do you just want to pick your favorite plane and takeoff? Our Ready-to-Fly (RTF) aircraft make it easy for you: Charge the included battery, assemble the aircraft, bind it to the included radio, and you’ll be flying! Bind your provided radio to our Ready-to-Bind (RTB) aircraft to save time and money.

Our affordable line of Almost-Ready-to-Fly (ARF) aircraft gives you the flexibility to outfit your aircraft at your own pace. For pilots with their own radio transmitter, battery, and charger, our Plug-N-Play (PNP) format is the most popular for the ultimate in affordability.

Not every flight is a smooth one and should your Electric or Gas RC plane ever need repairs, we have you covered there, too. Our full line of spare parts from Top Brands like Freewing, Skynetic, Flightline, Nexa, Black Horse and XK Innovations allows you a worry-free ride, and our electronics and RC accessories are the perfect match for your aviation passion! Did your canopy hatch or propeller break, or are the lights or retracts on your EDF jet not working anymore? Upgrading for higher speed or rebuilding a crash? You’ll find all you need in our huge selection of replacement parts. If you ever need an expert to point you in the right direction, contact our team of Motion RC airplane technicians! Our Customer Support is the best in the business. Use the filter menu on the left to narrow your search results or browse our entire RC model airplane catalog below.

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    Product setup

    Posted 10/25/2016

    How To Balance Your Airplane

    CG or Center of Gravity is one of the most vital elements of ensuring safe flight.  Every airplane has a recommended CG from the manufacturer.  Usually, the CG has a...
    Customizing and upgrading

    Posted 10/09/2016

    Adding Scale Realism To Your Favorite Warbird/Jet/Airplane

    There are many ways to enhance the beauty of your favorite warbird or scale RC airplane/jet.   This is to demonstrate some quick and easy ways to take your RC...
    Flight school

    Posted 10/09/2016

    Proper Landing Techniques For Jets

    Properly landing an EDF jet is one of the most rewarding moments in all of RC flying.  Jets always get the blood pumping with their speed and performance in the...
    Flight school

    Posted 10/09/2016

    Proper Landing Techniques for Warbirds

    Properly landing a warbird is one of the most rewarding moments in all of RC flying. Warbirds have a timeless, majestic quality that spans generations and most RC pilots will...
    Electronics

    Posted 08/25/2016

    Understanding Brushless RC Motor Specifications

    Brushless motors use a standard numbering scheme to describe their physical size and Kv rating. For example: let's assume we have a 5055-3000Kv Brushless Outrunner Motor. We break the numbers...
    Regulations and safety

    Posted 08/03/2016

    Know Before You Fly

    In recent years, quadcopters, multi-rotors or "drones" as they are commonly known have burst on to the RC scene with a fervor never seen before.  Drones are ubiquitously ever-present in...
    Regulations and safety

    Posted 08/03/2016

    Can I Fly Higher Than 400 Feet AGL (Above Ground Level)?

    There has been confusion among AMA members as to whether operations above 400 feet are permitted by the FAA. AMA has remained steadfast that the Special Rule for Model Aircraft...
    Regulations and safety

    Posted 08/03/2016

    Not Flying at an AMA Sanctioned Flying Field? Things To Know...

    Just one of the numerous advantages of joining the AMA is the ability to fly your RC aircraft in places that are not designated AMA locations such as public parks, schools,...
    Regulations and safety

    Posted 08/03/2016

    Quick Safety Facts

    (credit knowbeforeyoufly.org)
    Faq

    Posted 08/01/2016

    Why Did Motion RC Update Their Website?

    In June of 2016, we launched a whole new website look and layout..."Motion RC 2.0" if you will.  While many are appreciating the new website, there will always be some...
    Product selection

    Posted 08/01/2016

    How To Choose Your First EDF Jet

    You've mastered the high-wing trainer.  You even moved into low-wing, aileron airplanes and maybe even taildraggin' warbirds.  Look it you go! Now you're ready to enter into the thrilling sector...
    Beginner help

    Posted 07/13/2016

    Preflight Checks

    Whether you are a full scale aircraft pilot or an RC pilot, it is absolutely essential to incorporate a thorough pre-flight inspection before piloting your aircraft each and every time...
    Electronics

    Posted 05/16/2016

    Product Feature: Hobby Eagle A3 Super II Gyro (VIDEO)

    Hobby Eagle produces some of the best performing and most affordable gyros in the RC world today. Their most advanced gyro, the A3 Super II, offers pilots unprecedented control and...
    Beginner help

    Posted 05/16/2016

    ARF, PNP, RTF, RTR - What Does It All Mean?

    Motion RC models are available in a variety of Product Formats to suit your needs. The Product Format and its three letter acronym are a basic designation which tells you two...
    Flight school

    Posted 04/20/2016

    Flying In Areas Which Are 1,000+ ft Above Sea Level

    Thin air can dramatically affect how an RC airplane flies. The most common symptom is a lack of perceived power or thrust. This applies to both propeller driven aircraft and...
    Electronics

    Posted 04/20/2016

    Calculating the Maximum Amperage Of Your Charger

    If you have ever tried to charge your battery and found that your charger is not able to go beyond a certain amperage, your charger is most likely not defective....
    Electronics

    Posted 04/18/2016

    IMPORTANT Gyro Setup and Pre-Flight Checks

    When setting up your gyro and before each flight, here are a few basic tips: 1) - Check the direction of control surfaces. 2) - Dual rates and/or expo will be less...
    Electronics

    Posted 04/16/2016

    Product Feature: Hobby Eagle A3 Gyro (VIDEO)

    The Hobby Eagle A3 Gyro is our most popular selling gyro. Reasonably priced and well featured, this compact gyro stabilization device offers normal stabilization mode, hover mode (for 3D airplanes),...
    Electronics

    Posted 04/16/2016

    What is a Gyro?

    Gyros are devices designed to stabilize an aircraft. They are typically the size of an average receiver or small ESC. Gyros are connected in between the servos and the receiver,...
    Electronics

    Posted 12/23/2015

    How to Setup FMS or Freewing ESCs with Spektrum Radios?

    When you have a Spektrum radio and are trying to setup with an FMS or Freewing ESC this is what you have to do: 1) - Create a new model...

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