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When you look towards Europe at the competitive aerobatic scene there is one name that stands out and that is Gernot Bruckmann. There's not an aerobatic aeromodelling event that Gernot has not either won or placed at. Gernot's life is surrounded by aeromodelling whether that be his model building, glider flying or aerobatics competitor. it was our pleasure to have Gernot join us to talk about ever...

Our special guest this week is a DLG gliding guru in David Millward. David could be a considered a recent convert to RC gliding but has worked through the ranks to be a representative on the Australian F3K/DLG gliding team. David has a great story to tell and throws in a few pointers along the way. We also take a look at the future of model building with new technologies such as 3d printing and co...

We are back talking scale models with our special guest Tim Dehaan. Tim is a man on a scale mission that has been busy working on a number of models. Tim's latest completed model won the Pilot's Choice award at the 2019 Shepparton Mammoth Scale Event which is testament to his building prowess. We also look at kit building and the options you have to purchase plans and kits.

This weeks special guest is a man that is well known worldwide as a phenomenal, low down, aerobatics pilot, Martin Pickering. A sort after demo pilot at major events, brand ambassador for the hobby and YouTube star, Martin is one of the biggest names in aeromodelling going round and a great guy to boot. He joined us from his home in Spain to talk all things aeromodelling from his beginnings to his...

A bumper episode of the Flat Out RC podcast this week. The president of the MAAQ, Michael Hobson, joins us for a chat to talk about his model flying activities and the work he is doing as president. We also take a look at the state of marketing and communication around the hobby. A juicy episode that is not to miss.

It's not every week you get to have a chat with a 6 time world pylon racing champion but on this weeks episode of Flat Out RC the dream came true. Chris Callow joins us to give us lesson on pylon racing as well as discussing his RC flying activities. Chris provides a great insight as to what it takes to be a world champion in model flying. We also take a look at the new Hangar 9 Pitts.

We are fortunate to have some great Australian Scale model builders and Peter Goff is among the top echelon. Peter joined us to have a chat about his aeromodelling activity, some building tips and more. We also looked at the Horizon Hobby Airmeet Live as well as look out how you can spruce up your next event.

Some say that mixing work with your hobby is a great way to ruin your hobby but this is not the case for Mike O'Reilly. Not only did Mike co-found the Modelflight and O'Reilly Model Products businesses but has continued as an active aeromodeller along the way. Mike's main passion is RC gliding so what it was great to have Mike in to have a chat about gliding, business and beyond.

In this weeks episode we hangout with the worlds greatest freestyle aerobatics pilot in Jase "The Ace" Dussia. We talk about his history in the hobby, plane setups and more. If you are an aerobatics fan this is one episode not to miss.

There are a number of people that work behind the scenes to keep our aeromodelling experience working and this weeks guest is one of those. Joe Finocchiaro is not only a long time RC flying fanatic but holds the position as secretary of the VMAA. We discussed his flying activities all the way to his current work with the VMAA. We look at the fine given to Hobbyking and look at 3D printers and thei...

A man that can be considered an all rounder joins us on the Flat Out RC podcast this week. Greg Lepp is a well known aeromodeller in Victoria, Australia that has not only been an active builder and competitor in scale competition and heli events but also was actively involved in the administration side of the hobby. We discuss is hobby career and beyond. We also look at selecting servos for large...

RC Groups, Flyng Giants and HeliFreak forums are the top online portals for RC flying so it was our pleasure to have a chat with the man running the show in Jim T Graham. We discussed jim's history in aeromodelling as well as touched on a few other interests. Jim is one of the hobbyists greatest characters and doing a great job supporting us through his activity and passion for all things model fl...

Our special guest is Michael Andrysik, the president of the Australian Scale Aerobatics Association who had joined us for a chat about IMAC flying and more. We had a look at the new Ultimate 3D foamy from E-flite and explained indoor flying.

One of Australia's greatest aeromodelling exports has been Peter Goldsmith. Rising through the ranks of local aerobatic competition, and then taking on the world, Peter's journey in the hobby resulted in him working for Horizon Hobby where he played an integral part in the growth of the brand. He now enjoys a kind of retirement that is keeping him busy enjoying aeromodelling. Please enjoy this cha...

One of the world's fastest drone racers in Thomas Bitmatta joined us for a chat about what he is up to and beyond. We take a look at the new JTA Innovations Extra NG as well as the JETI Models DS-24 transmitter.

This is podcast could be one of the worst ever as we chat with the head of the Flat Out RC "Peanut Gallery" in Domenic Iesue. This fun chat between flying buddies depicts the usual Flat Out RC flying shenanigans when at the field. We disucss flying club membership and electing committee members and take a deep dive into Spektrum's latest IX20 transmitter.

The Swedish RC aerobatics guru in Olle Lovborg joins us for a chat. We look at some Australian hobby industry manufacturers and also give you a few aeromodelling YouTube channels that you should keep an eye out for.

Our special guest this week is Hamish Scott, one of Australia's most accomplished RC heli pilots. We discuss all things RC heli as well as a little fixed wing. We look at the Phoenix Models BAE Hawk turbine jet and share the experience of sailing an RC yacht.

Steve Richardson is a guy you can trust when it comes to advise on aeromodelling gear. He joined us on the podcast to talk about his aeromodelling activities including professional model building, bringing JR back to Australia and plenty more. Seagull models announced a new bushplane that we discuss.

One of the biggest names in aeromodelling, Ali Machinchy, joined us to talk about his aeromodelling exploits, product development processes at Horizon Hobby and more. We look at the Virtual Joe Nall concept. Will it be the future of model flying events?

In this episode our good friend Martin Brandmuller jumped on the line from Austria to talk about his aeromodelling activity that revolves around being one of Europe's best freestyle aerobatic pilots. We take a look at the RCGF Engines range of motors and more.

The secretary of the MAAA, and avid Turbine jet fan, Tyson Dodd joins us for a chat about flying as well as provides an insight into how the MAAA operates and what it offers. We look at the new DJI Mavic Air 2 to see whether it is worthy to upgrade to.

We had the pleasure of having one of Australia's top model aerobatics pilot in Aaron Garle join us to hear about his history int he hobby, competing aroudn the world and what he is up to in aeromodelling. We take a look at why adding telemetry to your models could be a good thing and also profile the Dream-Flight Ahi slope soarer. Don't forget to subscribe to stay in the loop with all things Flat...

One of Australia's top competitive scale aeromodellers in David Law joined us for a chat about his history in the hobby, scale competition and more. We look at the Dualsky range of servos and introduce you to radio control paramotors.

In this episode we find out all about the "Toy Man" Eddie Edwards. Eddie was one of Australia's most prominent pattern flyers in the 70's and 80's and also the owner of the hobby business RC World. Hear about his life from starting out in aeromodelling, to full size aircraft flying and more. We take a look at the new Extreme Flight Extra NG as well as the Hangar 9 30cc Ultra Stick and more.