tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37295601888096986032012-01-07T21:18:38.222-08:00R\C flight is an enjoyable hobby that is both technical,and fun. Building, flying, and repairing model aircraft is challenging and rewarding. It is a great hobby that builds character, and can provide good times for the whole family.RcFliershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01491988282220499572noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125ModelAirplanesR/cFlighthttp://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3729560188809698603.post-34266191396099751512012-01-07T19:17:00.000-08:002012-01-07T19:17:36.886-08:002012-01-07T19:17:36.886-08:00My Extra 300 is starting to show signs of its many no-wheel landings, especially from the ones where I landed nose first, tail first, and wing tip first. &nbsp;However, being that the plan still has...<br/> <br/> [[ This is a content summary only. 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I've always favored hanging my planes from the ceiling to get them out of the way. The problem was, when...<br/> <br/> [[ This is a content summary only. 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