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Index

Part 1
Introduction to Aeromodeling
First in a series aimed at newcomers

Part 2
Radio Control Systems—
the Real Basics
Second in a series for modeling newcomers

Part 3
Radio Control System Installation
Put your RC system in its
place—in your model

Part 4
Radio Control System Operations
Fourth article in series for
aeromodeling beginners

Part 5
Introduction to Electric Power
First coverage of modeling specialty
for novices

Part 6
Assembling an Electric-Powered ARF
A model to go with the RC
and power systems

Part 7
The Pogo ARF's First Flights
Account of newcomer's first
flight session

Part 8
Battery Basics
An essential part of your RC system

Part 9A
Building From Scratch, Part One
Build the electric-powered Scratch-One from raw materials

Part 9B
Building From Scratch, Part Two
Finishing and flying the
Scratch-One model

Part 10
Advanced Radio Control Systems
The next step for the RC beginner

Part 11
Frequently Asked Questions
Readers write in with their inquiries
and concerns

Part 12
Engines 101
A crucial part of the flying equation

Part 13
Turning, Turning, Turning ...
In-depth information about popular
two stroke engine

Part 14
Engines 101 Revisited
Corrections and clarifications to and comments on "Engines 101"

Part 15
The Rest of the Engine
Propellers, fuel, and glow plugs are
critical to an engine's operation

Part 16
So Different, Yet So Familiar
Is a four-stroke model engine
right for you?

Part 17
Support Your Local Engine
Is a four-stroke power plant right for you?

Part 18
Field Follies
What goes into a field box?
Why is it better than a paper sack?

Part 19
Selecting Your First ARF Trainer
Guidelines for choosing your
trainer airframe

Part 20
Building Your First RTF Trainer
Tips and options for first-time
RTF owners

Part 21
The End of the Beginning
ARFs provide a compromise
between RTFs and wood kits

Part 22
Not Your Stock Hobbistar MK III
Modifying the Hobbico ARF trainer

Part 23
Not Your Stock Hobbistar MK III,
Part Two
Completing the model with all the author's modifications

Part 24
The Good Part—
Last Preparations and Flying
Last installment in this part of the series covers flying the Hobbistar 60

Part 25
Aeromodeling Workshop Safety
"Zero accidents is a myth." Your workshop should be a place of construction—not destruction

Part 26
Flight Preparation Safety
Checklists and procedures aren't the only means to a fun day out at the field

Part 27
Safety in Model Flight Operations, Part I
There are certain levels of
risk to flying model aircraft.
Here are some points to consider

Part 28
Safety in Model Flight Operations, Part II
Ready to get your model
into the air? Here are some
great safety tips

Part 29
Trimming From the Ground Up
Is your RC trainer doing its job?
These tips will help you true
things up

Part 30
Trimming From the Ground Up, Part II
Do you think your engine and landing gear are in the right place?

Part 31
Trimming From the Ground Up, Part III
Is your airplane "tippy"? How
about those hinge lines?
You'll be glad you checked

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