The early days of record-breaking
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US model aircraft hobbyists began breaking records with their models in 1963. Records in altitude were set with a climb of 13,320 feet. The record now stands at 26,000. The speed record then was 126.9mph, today it is over 200 mph.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1993
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Enterprising R/C'ers
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Ace R/C and Sig Manufacturing have made lasting contributions to airplane modeling. Their proprietors struggled to provide modelers with all their needed parts even during the time when airplane kits were not yet in fashion.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1995
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Early pylon racing
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Details on the origin of radio-controlled pylon races are provided. It includes information on model specifications, course dimensions and precision pattern requirements.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1997
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