Motion RC Knowledge blog

Motion RC Knowledge blog

Motion RC is your trusted number one hobby shop to take off and hit the horizon. You will find radio controlled model airplanes suited for every skill level, from Beginner to Intermediate to Advanced and Expert. Whether you’re looking for your first electric RC airplane and need expert advice, or are a frequent flyer wanting to personalize your favorite EDF jet, you have come to the right place!

We carry a wide selection of RC electric airplanes, RC helicopters, and multirotor drones, in addition to Lipo batteries, gyros, FPV cameras, and tools for your Remote Control hobby. Seaplanes, EDF jets, 3D acrobatics, biplanes, racer airplanes, and warbirds; our huge online selection features something for every RC plane lover at any skill level and budget. Do you just want to pick your favorite plane and takeoff? Our Ready-to-Fly (RTF) aircraft make it easy for you: Charge the included battery, assemble the aircraft, bind it to the included radio, and you’ll be flying! Bind your provided radio to our Ready-to-Bind (RTB) aircraft to save time and money.

Our affordable line of Almost-Ready-to-Fly (ARF) aircraft gives you the flexibility to outfit your aircraft at your own pace. For pilots with their own radio transmitter, battery, and charger, our Plug-N-Play (PNP) format is the most popular for the ultimate in affordability.

Not every flight is a smooth one and should your Electric or Gas RC plane ever need repairs, we have you covered there, too. Our full line of spare parts from Top Brands like Freewing, Skynetic, Flightline, Nexa, Black Horse and XK Innovations allows you a worry-free ride, and our electronics and RC accessories are the perfect match for your aviation passion! Did your canopy hatch or propeller break, or are the lights or retracts on your EDF jet not working anymore? Upgrading for higher speed or rebuilding a crash? You’ll find all you need in our huge selection of replacement parts. If you ever need an expert to point you in the right direction, contact our team of Motion RC airplane technicians! Our Customer Support is the best in the business. Use the filter menu on the left to narrow your search results or browse our entire RC model airplane catalog below.

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    Electronics

    Posted 09/25/2023

    (VIDEO) Using an RC Watt Meter | Quick Tip

    Many time pilots ask if they can change a prop, motor or esc in an RC aircraft and if that aircraft will perform. A watt meter will answer your questions...
    Beginner help

    Posted 08/07/2023

    (VIDEO) What is KV? Electric RC Motors | Quick Tip

    KV, when it applies to electric motors, is something many might not understand and we hope this video helps you get an idea of what it means.
    Electronics

    Posted 06/19/2023

    (VIDEO) MrRCSound ASPIRE Sound System | Quick Tip

    If you love flying electric airplanes but miss the sound of the gas engine, you should check out the MrRCSound system. Here is our quick tip on installing one of...
    Electronics

    Posted 08/14/2017

    (VIDEO) Dynam Twin Engine ESC Calibration

    Here is a video that demonstrates how to properly calibrate your ESCs for all Dynam twin models.
    Electronics

    Posted 05/25/2017

    Regarding The Dynam V2 Retracts

    It's important for customers to note that the new Dynam V2 retracts have the same 10-12 second delay as the V1 retracts.  Although the internal mechanism has been upgraded and improved,...
    Electronics

    Posted 05/17/2017

    LiPo Charger Wattage vs Amperage - max charging rates explained

    Charger Wattage vs Amperage - max charging rates explained Many chargers are rated with a max wattage and amperage but these maximums cannot be realized in all situations with batteries...
    Electronics

    Posted 04/11/2017

    Gyros: Clearing Up The Stigma

    One of the most unfortunate things to happen in this modern era of high tech in our R/C hobby is the misconception surrounding gyros, especially from some of the older...
    Electronics

    Posted 04/07/2017

    Are You Initializing Your ESC?

    A very common reason a customer might call us is because they can't get their ESC to work.  They bought a new airplane from us, receive the shipping package, excitedly...
    Electronics

    Posted 08/25/2016

    Understanding Brushless RC Motor Specifications

    Brushless motors use a standard numbering scheme to describe their physical size and Kv rating. For example: let's assume we have a 5055-3000Kv Brushless Outrunner Motor. We break the numbers...
    Electronics

    Posted 05/16/2016

    Product Feature: Hobby Eagle A3 Super II Gyro (VIDEO)

    Hobby Eagle produces some of the best performing and most affordable gyros in the RC world today. Their most advanced gyro, the A3 Super II, offers pilots unprecedented control and...
    Electronics

    Posted 04/20/2016

    Calculating the Maximum Amperage Of Your Charger

    If you have ever tried to charge your battery and found that your charger is not able to go beyond a certain amperage, your charger is most likely not defective....
    Electronics

    Posted 04/18/2016

    IMPORTANT Gyro Setup and Pre-Flight Checks

    When setting up your gyro and before each flight, here are a few basic tips: 1) - Check the direction of control surfaces. 2) - Dual rates and/or expo will be less...
    Electronics

    Posted 04/16/2016

    Product Feature: Hobby Eagle A3 Gyro (VIDEO)

    The Hobby Eagle A3 Gyro is our most popular selling gyro. Reasonably priced and well featured, this compact gyro stabilization device offers normal stabilization mode, hover mode (for 3D airplanes),...
    Electronics

    Posted 04/16/2016

    What is a Gyro?

    Gyros are devices designed to stabilize an aircraft. They are typically the size of an average receiver or small ESC. Gyros are connected in between the servos and the receiver,...
    Electronics

    Posted 12/23/2015

    How to Setup FMS or Freewing ESCs with Spektrum Radios?

    When you have a Spektrum radio and are trying to setup with an FMS or Freewing ESC this is what you have to do: 1) - Create a new model...
    Electronics

    Posted 08/21/2015

    (VIDEO) How to Fix a Stuck Freewing Retract - When the Retract Will Not Fully Deploy

    This video demonstrates the simple retract pin fix for Freewing retracts.
    Electronics

    Posted 04/29/2015

    How To Balance Cycle Your New Battery

    Cycling brand new batteries helps to increase their lifetime, achieve a closer balance between cells, and maintain a lower internal resistance. ​A typical battery cycle involves the process below. 5-10...
    Electronics

    Posted 04/21/2015

    Outrunner EDF Versus Inrunner EDF

    Pilots often equate 12 bladed EDFs with more speed than 5-6 bladed EDFs, but this is not always necessarily true.The thrust output and amp draw of any EDF system will...
    Electronics

    Posted 04/16/2015

    (VIDEO) How To Setup Timing and Program Your Dynam ESC

    This video will show you how to initialize and setup the timing on your Dynam ESC. If your motor sputters at very low throttles, watch this video to see how...
    Electronics

    Posted 04/16/2015

    (VIDEO) How To Initialize Your Electronic Speed Control (ESC)

    Captain Mike will show you three simple steps to initialize your FMS (and other brands) Electronic Speed Control (ESC).

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