Hobbies Articles

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Wednesday, 2nd April 2008 @ 2:33 AM

One of the most basic and one of the fastest selling types of model planes is the control line plane. In this type, the plane is fixed with two lines, which could be almost 150 feet in length. The other end is to be held by you in the form of a 'C' shaped handle. The lines are attached to the top and bottom of the 'C' handle and by changing the angle of the handle you can control the plane, which will be moving around in a circle along with you as the center. By chang... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Wednesday, 2nd April 2008 @ 2:32 AM

If you want a change from flying electric model airplanes, then you could try out gasoline-powered planes. These planes come with a choice of either 2 stroke or 4 stroke engines. 2 stroke engines have a glow plug instead of a spark plug in its cylinder head. The glow plug consists of a small coil, which heats up once a small voltage is applied to it. Once it turns red hot due to the heat, the fuel inside the cylinder ignites and the 2 stroke engine bursts into its noisy life. 2 stroke en... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Wednesday, 2nd April 2008 @ 2:24 AM

A common mistake that some people make while starting a new hobby is to take on a mammoth project and then leave it halfway due to technical difficulties. Do not make that mistake. Model airplanes require various small and large parts to be assembled together and the finishing too has to be highly detailed. Start slowly and then proceed to complex designs so as not to abandon any project midway and get disappointed in your choice of your new hobby. It is always better to start off with a ... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Wednesday, 2nd April 2008 @ 2:23 AM

Model aircraft piloting can be an extremely intriguing hobby. The entire experience of seeing your helicopter or RC plane take flight is captivating. Even if you are not a trained pilot, you can have a lot of fun seeing someone else fly an RC aircraft. Everything is so different and special that often at times you may think of learning to fly in order to have a memorable experience on your own! Usually people spend thousands of dollars buying their first helicopter or aircraft along with... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Wednesday, 2nd April 2008 @ 2:19 AM

Boys love planes. They are completely mesmerized with planes and everything to do with planes. Model airplanes give children the confidence and thrill and thus evoke the desire to one day fly a real plane. It creates in them a need to choose flying as a profession, and sets a goal course before them to achieve. Most kids love to collect all kinds of stuff, from cans to bottle caps, shells to worms, cars to airplanes. Airplanes have a magic of their own, and hence a collection of them giv... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Wednesday, 2nd April 2008 @ 2:14 AM

As children, we like to play with cars, boats, and airplanes, houses and what not'miniature models. Playing with such models gives the kids a feeling of enjoying the real thing. It is observed that if given the chance to build such models on their own, children not only find it more interesting, but the exercise proves quite educational too. Children learn certain properties in geometry, basic math, physics, colors, etc., in a play-way method through activities such as model making. more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Wednesday, 2nd April 2008 @ 2:11 AM

Flying is fun. Boys love air borne things, especially planes; they go completely ga ga over it. Planes were created after a lot of trial and error. They still give trouble in the air and crash for no reason at all. You need to really know how to handle them, lest they go out of control. The latest in planes is the RC aircraft, which are radio controlled aircrafts. They are controlled by a transmitter which is in your hand. It is all remote controlled, which makes it so much easier to fly. It is ... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Wednesday, 2nd April 2008 @ 2:08 AM

Are you tired of spending your holidays with your family at picnics or at crowded parks or waiting in never ending queues at amusement centers or going fishing in the polluted lakes, where you end up catching some allergy because of the mucky water? It is becoming increasingly difficult to spend quality time with our families, to undertake healthy and learning activities for our children. The most imperative factor to be considered, while planning such activities is that everyone should take hom... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Wednesday, 2nd April 2008 @ 2:05 AM

Remote control planes are more fun to fly. Even in those planes you can get a choice of either electric motor powered planes or gasoline powered planes. Here are some reasons on why you should fly electric model planes. No noise or air pollution. Electric motors are silent and there are no emissions such as smoke or any other harmful gases, which is the bane of gasoline-powered engines, especially the 2-stroke ones. Hence there are fewer restrictions and fewer chances of complaints in ... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Wednesday, 2nd April 2008 @ 1:58 AM

Helicopters are a fascinating and amazing invention of our time. The concept of hovering has amazed every aircraft enthusiast for a long time and its mechanism though it looks simple is much more complicated. The blades supply the energy to take off and fly, as well as hover above the ground. In other words, it can be described as an aircraft without wings. Flying a helicopter is challenging by itself and with the wrong maneuvers, it can be disastrous. To learn flying a helicopter, you ne... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Wednesday, 2nd April 2008 @ 1:51 AM

Static model airplanes, as the name suggest are non-flying models. They are not meant for flying but are mostly built for those whose hobby is to collect and keep these pieces. Static model airplanes are also used as show pieces or placed on strategic places in a room or office to add beauty to the place. Static model aircrafts are made of various materials. These materials include wood, canvas, die cast metal and plastic. Some models may be made with a combination of some of these mater... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Wednesday, 2nd April 2008 @ 1:41 AM

Have you have been enthralled with the idea of flying RC planes, but wonder where you can get a good model to suit your requirements? Well, worry no more. You should not give up the idea of being a high flier, just because you do not know where to get your model RC airplane. The time is over when we depended on local shops to get all we needed. Today, there are numerous online hobby shops where one can easily order and buy RC model planes, if you cannot get one from the hobby shops near you.more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Tuesday, 1st April 2008 @ 11:54 PM

Model airplanes caught the public imagination, as soon as the airplane was invented. Today, there are so many different models that can be bought, that it is difficult to put a number to it. The world of model airplanes is expanding at a rate never imagined by the early enthusiasts of this fabulous hobby. Today, you can buy or build almost all models of aircraft that once flew or are presently flying. People interested in this hobby can buy kits and assemble their planes or buy fully built plane... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Tuesday, 1st April 2008 @ 9:01 PM

There are various types of models planes, but the most popular among hobbyists are the Radio Controlled planes. Though they are fun to fly and every beginner is excited to lay their hands on these planes; it is important to know a few things about them. As a beginner, you should know which type of plane to start with. There are many types of RC model planes, but the ones which a beginner can use are the park flyers and trainers. Trainers as the name suggest are the best models for one to... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Tuesday, 1st April 2008 @ 8:45 PM

It was a little more than 50 years ago that combat flying entered the arena of aeromodelling. Memories of exciting dogfights between German Me 109s and Spitfires inspired aeromodellers to build balsa wood control line scale models of these and other fighter planes of WW II era. A model plane with wingspans ranging from 36 inches and above powered generally by a 1.5cc to 2.5cc engine, using wire control line, which controlled the ailerons would be flown by two 'combat pilots' st... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Tuesday, 1st April 2008 @ 8:38 PM

Right from 1927 running through the 1930 and 40s, many flying machines have been built for military purpose. Further developments have seen the aircraft's being used for commercial purposes also. People are captivated by the aircraft's power and beauty. People are nostalgic about these mean machines and prefer to make classic model aircrafts. A model aircraft is a miniature copy of the original ones which may be in use or which flew earlier. The principles of the aerodynamics a... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Tuesday, 1st April 2008 @ 8:32 PM

Gas powered RC airplanes are some of the best model planes to fly, especially if you are an expert. There are also models, which are suitable for beginners as well. But, before you fly, you need to figure out different types of RC model planes, so that you choose the right one, to have a smooth ride. In the first place, you must know that the gas powered RC planes use the combustion engine technique. Compressed Carbon dioxide gas is let to come out from the back of the plane, to propel t... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Tuesday, 1st April 2008 @ 8:31 PM

Those indulging in flying RC airplanes as a hobby or professionally are always eager to how the quickest way to learn. There are a number of good methods that a trainee can use but it is important to know that hard work and willingness to even learn by yourself will be an asset to your learning process. Some of the methods of RC airplane training include following RC flight stimulators, club instructions and self training. With the current rise in use of computer in many walks of life, f... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Tuesday, 1st April 2008 @ 8:31 PM

Flying is something that most people enjoy. But, it is tough, if you do not have the required skills to do so. It is an amazing experience, to fly both, indoors or outdoors. It is a complete thrill and exciting hobby to pursue. And if you have a guide, it makes it easier to fly. For this reason, magazines that contain short instructions are published for the model flyer. Reading lengthy articles would take more time. These magazines are highly informative, with catchy colors that attract a model... more...

Hobbies | By Victor Epand @ Tuesday, 1st April 2008 @ 7:55 AM

Do's If you are planning to enter the world of flying, then choose a cheaper and slower plane with a simple- to- use Remote Control. If you are planning to assemble your plane, then read the instructions properly, before assembling the parts together. This will enable you to learn without crashing your plane often and it will also be affordable for you to replace the plane in case of a major crash. Choose an open field with lots of grass, so that your plane is insulated against crash... more...