Early R/C distance records
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Radio-control flying became officially recognized in the 1950s, and the Russians quickly established the first distance record of 8.6 miles. The story of Dick Francis' successful attempt at 37-mile distance record includes the design process, documentation, and flights.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1992
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Radio Pioneers
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Frank Hoover was a pioneer in the field of radio-controlled model airplanes. He founded, along with his wife Molly, the C.G. Electronics Corp which later became the F&M Electronics Corp. F&M was one of the first companies to offer super-heterodyne receivers.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1993
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Galloping ghosts and lark
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For years model aircraft enthusiasts have attempted to perfect the 'Galloping Ghost' radio control technique. This involves using two single-channel to obtain two controls and originated in the days before dual control remotes were available.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1993
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