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The Man Aviation History Almost Forgot

by Bob Taylor Three men were involved in the invention and development of the first powered airplane-that’s right three. Everyone knows about the Wright brothers, but that third man was Charles E. “Charlie” Taylor, a quiet genius who loved cigars and...

Health of Trade Shows & Skunk Wurks Project For Toledo!!!

I have a strong conviction; if we want strong trade shows, vendors need to make sure they show people something new at the show. In todays world of instant internet communication, the moment some new product becomes available, it’s announced and the word is...

Mini Intern 2012 Kit-Build-Along Project Complete

Michael Hancock, host of The Crash Cast has finished a complete build video thread for the Radical RC Mini Intern . First video is embeded below. Below video, find link for the entire build thread catelog. Find the entire list of video’s Here: All Things Crash....

The Fluid Dynamics Of Drag

Excellent video from days of old that demonstrate some very important aerodynamic principles.  The different drag produced by common objects is shown on a scale. You’ll be amazed.

Serious Competition

Is this just cool or what? See the full story and controversy at: The Register Paper Airplane World Record .