DIY RC Airplanes from Scratch: The Brooklyn Aerodrome Bible for Hacking the Skies

by Breck Baldwin

Take to the skies with a majestic motorized model aircraft you create and pilot yourself. Written by the founder of the Brooklyn Aerodrome, DIY RC Airplanes from Scratch shows you how to build a Flack (Flying + Hack) delta wing from the ground up using widely available, low-cost materials and tools. You'll also learn the skills you need to get your plane into the air and keep it there. By the end of the book, you'll be able to create your own customized designs. The sky's the limit! Discover how Companion videos available at

272 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2013

Reviews

[Ian · Rating 5 out of 5]

"DIY RC Airplanes from Scratch" is a perfect introduction to the would-be flier who might have been initially too afraid to undertake such a project. The book successfully takes the reader from land to air in easy steps which encourage experimentation, learning, family fun, and most importantly, trial and error. The initial build is outlined in easy steps which explain both the how and the why of each bit in the process. I particularly enjoyed the later chapter on aerodynamics which went into greater detail on the science of flying the "Flack." I am presently undertaking a Flack build with my kids aged, 4-9, and they are super excited to be taking part in this. Each step we take is a super fun exploration into Making, building, and exploring. We are really looking forward to our maiden flight down the road.

This is truly a book for the family who believes that the best times in life are spent together making something together. Go out and get yourself started. Thanks, Breck!