Flat Out RC

Andy Coleman is not just one of the nicest guys in the hobby scene in Australia but a warbird fanatic. A lover of funfly events, you will often see Andy at the field with a big smile on his face and the first person to lend a helping hand. We explore Andy's humble beginnings in the hobby and journey through his models from Mustangs to jets. We always love catching up with Andy and now have pleasur...

Grant Aston is one of those aeromodellers that doesn't mind taking his time to pay attention to the detail in his models. He is also the type of guy that would rather make it himself than buy it to get the best outcome possible. A renowned model builder in his home state of Utah, Grant has not only built models to fly, but also display at museums. His level of detail is impeccable and he has a gre...

We love it when we can have an expert in their field join us on the podcast and this episode we do just that. Robert Taylor, an expert in model aircraft and ultralight propeller design, is our special guest. A self taught guru, Robert has spent the last 20 years perfecting the design of propellers to improve their efficiency with the results being more thrust. An avid aeromodeller, Robert shares h...

It is rare that we find an aeromodeller that has a single focus in one discipline of model flight. It is even more uncommon to find an avid aeromodeller that owns only one model! You could say Jason Arnold doesn't fit the traditional mould of an aeromodeller, but there is no disputing he is a one eyed pattern aerobatics fanatic. Not only does Jason enjoy competing in pattern flying competition but...

Ross Bathie is a well known figure in Australia as a gentlemen that has a penchant for large models. His giant Pawnee is a regular visitor at major flying events and his love of large scale gliders has entrenched him into the gliding scene. He is also known as a master builder of composite models. In this episode we explore Ross's aeromodelling activity from his early days to his composite buidlin...

Now and again we come across some special aeromodellers that do extraordinary things. Chris Paterson is one such person. A dedicated model jet pilot is just the start but it is his extraordinary scratch building of jets that sets him apart from the pack. Chris joins us to talk about his history in aeromodelling and a deep dive into his latest F-111 build.

When you have been involved in model flying for decades you amass a wealth of experiences. That is what Mario Parcesepe has done. From flying model planes, helicopters and turbine jets, Mario has always been exploring all that aeromodelling has to offer. We discuss Mario's early days in the hobby and track through the different inspirations that took his journey in different, yet enjoyable directi...

Despite their simple design, model engines can be a little tricky to get running well all the time. This week we have 2 stroke engine guru John Lord joining us to share his philosophy on getting your model engines running right. Besides being an avid aeromodeller, John has had a career in 2 stroke go kart engine building and has brought his expertise across to his hobby and has a knack for getting...

We continue with chatting with Australian aeromodelling legend Cliff McIver in part 2 of this in depth interview. Cliff has done it all in aeromodelling from pattern aerobatics, President at his local flying club, training juniors, running a hobby shop and of course countless hours building and flying model planes. We cover a lot of ground in part 2 of our chat so hang on for the ride!

Aeromodelling legend Cliff McIver is our special guest in this episode. We have so much ground to cover that we have broken the interview into two parts. We cover Cliff's early days flying, his involvement with the Doncaster Aeromodellers Club and then entry into the hobby industry running Hawthorn Hobbies. A true legend of the Australian hobby scene, Cliff has played a major role in mentoring som...

It's hard to keep an avid aeromodeller confined to one category of model and Paul Richardson has definitely not been boxed in. Starting out flying old timer and 2 channel gliders, Paul has progressed to giant sized scale gliders and jets. We discuss his early days, flying jets in remote parts of Australia, his love of scale gliders and how he flies his jets like he stole them. Take a listen and en...

Fresh back from their adventures at the recent Scale Model World Championships in Norway, Melissa and David Law join us to share the tales from this prestigious event. We start by discussing the preparation for the trip, the highs and lows of the event and the amazing performances that both achieved alongside the Australian team. A must listen to episode that is guaranteed to entertain.

Paul Marlan was a very active pattern pilot in Australia in the early 2000's and has since dabbled in various aspects of the hobby. A methodical thinker and practitioner, Paul shares his story in aeromodelling and beyond. Paul explains some of his practicing regimes and explains his out of body experience while flying. One of the most methodical practitioners I know, Paul has a head full of knowle...

Keith Quigg started his aeromodelling journey in Queensland but now resides in Victoria and his passion for the hobby has not waned. Not only has he enjoyed flying but has been involved in starting a club and being president of a number of others along the way. In this chat with Keith we discuss his history in the hobby and touch on his current role as president of one of Victoria's largest aeromo...

Joining us is the founder and coordinator of the world renowned Manila Slopefest Steve Wenban. Steve shares his history in aeromodelling and his path to being the founder of the biggest slope soaring event in Australia. Attracting up to 200 pilots, this event is one of the largest aeromodelling events on the calendar, in the southern hemisphere. A truly passionate RC pilot that doesn't mind being...

Whether you are a seasoned model flying guru or just starting out, Michael Timms joins us to share a few tips that can make you a better pilot. A professional pilot for Qantas, plus a long time aeromodeller, Michael has a great way to explain the subtle art of flying a model well. You'll get tips covering everything from take off to landing. This is the kind of episode you may listen to every few...

Carl Bizon is a familiar name in the Australian aeromodelling scene. Not only has he been active in modelling for decades but has held senior roles on the administration side of the hobby. Starting out flying control line models, Carl progressed through the radio control ranks flying a broad range of models and, like many, his path has led him to jets. We discuss Carl's history in aeromodelling an...

In his home state of South Australia, Brett Oakley is a well known aeromodelling figure. Not only has he been flying from a young age but has been involved in administering the hobby at club and now state level as Vice President of MASA. Brett has tried it all from heli's to gliders. We discuss keeping birds off his vineyard, marrying the presidents daughter, competing in heli events and more.

A new model flying event has hit the Australian scene in the Festival of Aeromodelling. Held at the Inglewood Airport in Queensland, this fun fly event was destined to be big with the plan to build an Australian version of the iconic Joe Nall event in the US. We were joined by a group of people who were involved in organising and participating in the event to see how it all went. Joining us were D...

It's a common tale. We start flying smaller planes and eventually they start to get bigger and then the next minute you have multiple turbine jets in your hangar. That's exactly what happened to this weeks guest Jonathon Greaves. A long time aeromodeller, Jonathon now dabbles in gliders, aerobatic planes and jets. He's a regular competitor at IMAC events and enjoys large scale glider and jet event...

John Armarego is one committed aeromodeller and he joins us to share his story in model flying. John is a mover and shaker in the model flying scene in Canberra. Not only has he started multiple clubs, is a committed model builder and contributor to aeromodelling magazines but also ran a hobby shop for many years. We cover John's history in model flying from start to current day.

What the freestyle flying community may lack in size , it sure makes up for it with passion. Joey Tavora is one such freestyle aerobatic pilot who has loads of passion for aeromodelling and he is our special guest this week. once he saw a model plane hover her was hooked on freestyle and has been on a journey ever since. We look at Joey's time in aeromodelling, discuss is models he flies and much...

There is no bigger aeromodelling fun fly event than Joe Nall. Held at the iconic Triple Tree Aerodrome in the USA, this event attracts a large crowd of enthusiasts covering everything from scale, 3D to racing drones. Heath Macdonald was fortunate to attend the event this year and joins us to share the story of his big aviation themed trip to the US. We discuss his trip to Oshkosh to the EAA Aviati...

We have a saying that all roads lead to turbines. Well Jon Carney took the highway to turbineville having amassed no fewer than 30 turbine engines. When it comes to jets, Jon is not afraid to be different and try all that the genre has to offer. Whether it be modifying foamy jets for turbine use or getting his Concorde flying Jon always has a plan in what will be next in his turbine journey. Join...

If you are an avid scale RC model builder then you will enjoy our special guest this week. President of the Victorian Flying Scale Aircraft Association, Alex Butler, joins us to talk about his life in aeromodelling and teach us about scale model flying competition. Alex was born into aeromodelling and has continued to pave his way and is not slowing down. We discuss his models as well as what you...