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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Customer service
Posted 05/13/2015
Why Can't I Find (Insert Part Here) In The Shipping Box?
It is a very common occurrence for customers to contact our customer support agents saying there are parts missing from their order. Usually it's something like a battery or propellers...
Faq
Posted 05/13/2015
Why Can't I Find (Insert Part Here) In The Shipping Box?
It is a very common occurrence for customers to contact our customer support agents saying there are parts missing from their order. Usually it's something like a battery or propellers...
Build guides
Posted 04/29/2015
FMS 1400mm Corsair Tailwheel Replacement
The tail wheel assembly on the FMS 1400mm Corsair is removable by removing the four screws from the outside of the fuselage, then gently prying the entire assembly straight out...
Product setup
Posted 04/29/2015
How To Balance Your Propeller
The first thing you need to do for balancing your propeller is to purchase a good prop balancing tool. Â You really can't balance a prop without it. Why balance a...
Product setup
Posted 04/29/2015
Measuring Control Throws
Control throws are measured usually from the trailing edge of the control surface's neutral point when centered along the trailing edge of the wing (ailerons) or horizontal stab (elevator) or...
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...
Tips and tricks
Posted 04/21/2015
Simple Trick To Make Your LiPo Batteries Easier To Remove
If you have a tight fitting battery or you just want an easy way to remove a battery from your plane, you can make simple battery straps using duct tape...
Tips and tricks
Posted 04/21/2015
Matching Paint Colors
Sometimes the need arises to repaint an aircraft. Perhaps you're trying a new color scheme, or most often a part has been damaged and could use a new coat of...
Tips and tricks
Posted 04/21/2015
Binding Key Extension Wire
Trying to put a Binding Plug in a Spektrum receiver after it is installed can be difficult due to lack of room to get your hand in the fuselage or...
Tips and tricks
Posted 04/21/2015
A Well Stocked Tool Box
A well stocked tool box is a necessary item for any serious RC enthusiast. Here at Motion RC, like most RC pilots we collect a large arsenal of tools which...
Customizing and upgrading
Posted 04/21/2015
Planning Performance Upgrades for Your Aircraft
The manufacturing partners we work with design their respective aircraft with components which provide the best balance between power, weight, CG balance, performance, efficiency, and flight duration. Generally, changing any...
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...
Build guides
Posted 04/21/2015
FMS 3D Prop and Spinner Assembly (VIDEO)
Here is a quick video showing how to properly assemble the FMS 3D prop and spinner. This guide pertains to FMS' 1300mm Sbach 342, Yak 54, Extra 300, and Edge...
Build guides
Posted 04/21/2015
Build Guide: Freewing 1400mm Mosquito (VIDEO)
The Freewing Mosquito is a very popular aircraft. Rich Baker from RC Informer created a 75 minute long video detailing the proper building and setup techniques to get you in...
Build guides
Posted 04/21/2015
Reversing Cowl Flaps on an FMS 1400mm T-28 or the Oil Cooler Door on an FMS 1700mm Corsair
I have a better solution to the flap servo problem on the 1400mm T-28 (see pictures below). The front cowl spoilers use 1 forward and 1 reverse servo. When the...
Regulations and safety
Posted 04/21/2015
LiPo Battery Charger Safety
Modern LiPo battery chargers provide a convenient way to charge your flight batteries with a reasonably high level safety. In general, chargers can be grouped into two categories, "brick" chargers...
Regulations and safety
Posted 04/21/2015
The Benefits of the "Throttle Hold" Switch
Most of us flying RC airplanes today practice a good amount of safety with our aircraft. One thing I learned last week after losing my flying buddy was the importance...
Gyro stabilizers
Posted 04/16/2015
Gyro Manuals
The manuals for the Hobby Eagle range of Gyros can be downloaded here: Eagle A3-L Gyro Manual Eagle A3 Gyro Manual Eagle A3 Super II Gyro Manual IMPORTANT** When a...
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).
