RC Warbirds

[DoraNine]

JU-87,
Here are a few picks of one of my Flying Styro Kits (BF-109G, "Rita")

Man -- you're right about the details, but I wouldn't recommend one of these kits for someone new to the hobby (just my 2 cents) -- or basically anybody for that matter. There's a reason mine is still in a box -- just feels like if I look at it the wrong way, it might dent or crack. The foam itself is very similar to the stuff McDonalds used to use to package burgers in -- like egg carton foam. Another downside is their all-up weight -- which is super, super light -- it just doesn't handle any kind of wind at all. They used to be hands down the best scale looking models -- but companies like Alfa (you should see their new 109F) and even Parkzone (with their new 109G model) are making planes that really capture the scale appearance now -- and that are alot more durable (again, my 2 cents worth). Lastly, they are a pain in the keester to assemble -- compared to everything else out there. They do, however, make great looking scale models... The kits themselves run about $125-$150, then by the time you've added the Lipo Pack, Receiver, BL Motor, ESC, and Radio -- you're looking at another $250-$300, depending on how serious you want to get. I've been flying awhile -- and I've never seen one being flown by anyone else. It sure is a mean looking bird.

If you must have one, though, I do know once they are properly balanced they can be good flyers (on very calm days). I've only assembled and flown one FSK model (tip stalled on the maiden, a real bummer) -- which was the 109E, which was tiny compared to just about everything in its class.

Who knows -- you may be able to fly one like Hans Rudel

Again -- this is only my two cents worth, and we all know what 2 cents is worth these days... I don't want to discourage anyone from getting into the warbirds -- I just don't want to see anyone spend their money, then get frustrated.