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Preview – Twin Otter ARF by Hangar 9
Preview – Twin Otter ARF by Hangar 9
Published on 3/10/2010
JR Aero Tow 2010

Published on 1/1/2010
We Take A Close Look At The DeNight Special 50 ARF
Denight Special, a great Sport Scale model
Published on 11/12/2009
iHobby 2009 Floor Coverage
iHobby 2009 Floor Coverage
Published on 10/27/2009
iHobby 2009 Product Highlights
Check out the latest gear from iHobby 2009
Published on 10/21/2009
Preview - Hangar 9 Introduces the Saratoga 40 ARF
A Classic for Sport Modelers
Published on 7/22/2009
We Preview Hangar 9's New P-51D Mustang .60
Hangar 9's P-51D .60 Has Many New features
Published on 6/15/2009
Preview - Hangar 9 Taylorcraft
Preview - Hangar 9 Taylorcraft
Published on 6/4/2009
Preview - Hangar 9 introduces the Toledo Special
Jim Previews the New Hangar 9 Toledo Special
Published on 4/9/2009
RV-8 46 ARF Preview

Published on 4/7/2009
Holiday Gift Guide 2008: Top Planes
Holiday Gift Guide 2008: Top Planes
Published on 12/3/2008
Horizon Hobby's iHobby 2008 Floor Coverage
Come take a look at our exclusive on-line video coverage of iHobby 2008
Published on 10/23/2008
FS One Exposed!
Learn about many of the exciting features inside Hangar 9's FS One
Published on 8/21/2008
Saito G36 Gas + Hangar 9 P-51 1.50 = YES
Fitting a Saito Gasser in the Hangar 9 Mustang 1.50 or P-47 Thunderbolt
Published on 3/13/2008
Setting Up Your Sukhoi Right
Mike McConville shares his secrets for optimum setup for his signature design Sukhoi
Published on 2/14/2008
Voltage Reading Made Easy
See how a voltage meter for RC car racers can help you at the flying field
Published on 12/5/2007
Horizon Hobby's iHobby 2007 Floor Coverage
Come take a look at our exclusive on-line video coverage of iHobby 2007
Published on 10/29/2007
Tales From the Cockpit
An Interview with B-25 Pilot Jimmy Littlefield
Published on 10/24/2007
Plug-N-Play is for everyone!
Jim Booker extols the virtues of Hangar 9 Plug and Play kits.
Published on 10/23/2007
Horizon Hobby’s iHobby 2007 Floor Coverage
Get the inside scoop on this season’s gotta get gear
Published on 10/16/2007
Get ready to get started!
Set your starter box up for perfect starts every time
Published on 8/21/2007
Welcome to the World of Radio Control
Learn about the wonderful world of RC vehicles
Published on 7/23/2007
Put a Radial Engine in your Sopwith Camel
Building and Flying a Hangar 9 Sopwith Camel is fun but putting a Saito 3 cylinder 90 in it just sends it over the top.
Published on 7/9/2007
Sundowner F1 ARF Sport Racer to Go
Hangar 9’s Sundowner F1 ARF brings the excitement of the air races to RC models.
Published on 6/6/2007
Special Edition Airplane Buying Guide Update 2008
Ready for a new airplane? Stay on the right track and be sure to end up with the perfect airplane.
Published on 5/24/2007
New Releases at the 2007 Toledo RC Show
See the New RC Product Releases from Horizon Hobby at Toledo 2007
Published on 4/11/2007
Monster Truck Hop-Ups Buying Guide
Get the info you need to add the most impactful hop-ups to your truck with our Monster Truck Hop-Up Buying Guide
Published on 4/2/2007
Durability Upgrade for the F-22 Raptor PTS
Learn how to upgrade the durability of your F-22 Raptor PTS with a few simple steps.
Published on 3/27/2007
Hangar 9 Showtime 50
It's Electric-Powered Showtime, so gather round!
Published on 3/26/2007
iHobby 2006 Video Interviews
Couldn't make it to iHobby 2006? Watch exclusive interviews from the show!
Published on 10/23/2006
FS One at Toledo
FS One gives you incredible aerodynamics simulating every aspect of RC flight.
Published on 4/27/2006
Introducing FS One: Precision RC Flight Simulator
Introducing FS One: the RC flight simulator that was engineered to feel every bit as real as it looks.
Published on 4/5/2006
Electric Conversion
Get answers to common questions regarding choosing and installing the right motor for your glow aircraft.
Published on 2/6/2006
The Runway
Getting Started the Right Way
Published on 11/9/2005
Hangar 9: P-51D Miss America
From Model Airplane News - Review of the Hangar 9 P-51D Miss America
Published on 9/12/2005
JR XP9303 Programming Guide for the Hangar 9 1.50 Size P-51
Team JR member Danny Snyder describes how to set up the JR XP9303 for the Hangar 9 P-51 Mustang 1.50.
Published on 2/24/2005
JR Aero Tow 2005 Coming in June
Join us in Monticello, IL from June 02-05, 2005 for the annual JR Aero Tow. Learn more about the event, the area, and find out how to register your plane(s)!
Published on 2/9/2005
Sport Model or Scale Warbird?
Learn some of the history behind the legendary P-40 Warhawk and see its full-scale inspiration.
Published on 2/9/2005
The Mechanics of 3D Flight
Team JR member Doug Cronkhite explains the proper way to mechanically set up your plane for 3D flight.
Published on 12/10/2004
Review: Hangar 9 Extra 330S
From Model Airplane News - "If you’ve wanted to get into 3D aerobatics or precision flying in a big way, you can’t beat the Hangar 9 Extra 330S."
Published on 11/18/2004
Review: Hangar 9 Funtana .40 3D ARF
From Model Airplane News - "With the Funtana S .40 ARF, Hangar 9 has proven that a well-built and -engineered .40-size plane can be just as stable and responsive as a much larger model."
Published on 8/5/2004
Hangar 9 Cessna Skylane 182
From Model Airplane News - "Its high-quality construction, scale appearance and good flight manners make it impressive both on the ground and in the air."
Published on 7/12/2004
Three Steps to 3D
Team JR member Don Szczur provides a three-step process for flying the FuntanaS 3D.
Published on 4/10/2004
Introducing the new Hangar 9® Twist 40 ARF
From hovers to harriers, knife-edge to flat spins, pick your poison—the Twist can handle just about any aerobatic maneuver you can throw at it.
Published on 3/9/2004
Spring Tune-Up
Spring is almost here. Is your plane ready? Jeff Holsinger of Team JR goes through all the details of making sure you have a successful opening day.
Published on 2/17/2004
Hangar 9 ARFs Stand Up to Scale Scrutiny
U.S. Nats judges gave Hangar 9's 1.50-size Cessna Skylane and P-51Mustang high marks in 2003.
Published on 11/2/2003
Hangar 9 46% Ultimate 10-300
From Model Airplane News - " The 46% TOC Ultimate 10-300 can easily do anything asked of it and will do it with authority!"
Published on 10/29/2003
I Fly the Funtana Electric
Steve Rojecki explains how you can convert your Funtana to electric flight.
Published on 10/29/2003
Hangar 9's NEW F4U Corsair .60 ARF
The smooth flowing curve of the Hangar 9® wing accurately replicates that of the genuine WWII article, adding to the Corsair .60’s precise scale authenticity.
Published on 10/23/2003
Flying the FuntanaS 3D .40
Find out from Mike McConville why this model is really fun to fly and how to do some cool tricks with it.
Published on 8/21/2003
Electric Hangar 9 Cessna 182 Conversion
See how Team JR member Steve Stricker converted a Hangar 9 Cessna 182 to electric.
Published on 7/1/2003
The North American AT-6 Texan
To pilots during and after World War II, the AT-6 Texan was teacher and a warrior. Now it's a living legend.
Published on 5/6/2003
Hangar 9 Alpha Trainer
From Model Airplane News - Hangar 9's new Alpha Trainer is attractive and flies smoothly, and from a distance...
Published on 4/23/2003
Why Wear a CAP?
Why fly a CAP? Team JR member and TOC competitor Peter Goldsmith explains the merits of the design and how he has developed a relationship with it.
Published on 2/26/2001
Torque Rolling 101
You've seen those super low hovers and torque rolls in demonstrations and in model magazines, and you've probably wondered just how they are done.
Published on 2/17/2001
3D with Mike McConville (Part Two)
Hangar 9's new Extra 330L will blow away almost any pilot wanting to fly aerobatics. When designing this model, I incorporated design features and enhancements learned from several years of Tournament of Champions and IMAC competition.
Published on 11/15/2000
3D with Mike McConville (Part One)
You've heard about these new 3D maneuvers, maybe even seen some spectacular demonstrations, but if you're like most modelers you really don't have a clue what they're all about. Well, read on and we'll try to help de-mystify the 3D "magic."
Published on 9/29/2000
Anatomy of an ARF
"Once upon a time" and way back when, there were two kinds of models at the flying field. There were, of course, the kit or scratch-built planes, who's owners put their "blood, sweat and tears" into building, covering and detailing.
Published on 6/5/2000
Electric Conversion Chart Hangar 9 and Carden Join Forces