Full List of Episodes

  • Ep 95 – Interview with a NOOB 1: Hetterscheidt Family

    Today Matt is Joined by the Hetterscheidt family. They talk about their experiences and pitfalls entering into the RC Aviation Hobby. Larry (CaptainVideo) is joined by his sons Joe and Nate as they share their entry into the hobby and advise to newcomers today. Podcast Links https://discord.gg/dpjGee6dtP http://www.Patreon.com/aviationrcnoob/ http://www.aviationrcnoob.com Email Us Aviationrcnoob@gmail.com matthew@avationrcnoob.com Joe@aviationrcnoob.com #RC …


  • Ep 94 – Hangar Rash Prevention

    ARCN Ep 94 – Hangar Rash Prevention Today Joe and Matt are going to talk about ways to store your planes. Cover a US Federal Ban on Chinese Drones. Ramy RC’s C-17 maiden flight. And the RedBull F1 Chaser Quad. Matt Also interviews some Hobbyists Captain Video about their experiences. We will talk about our…


  • ARCN Ep93 Composites with Red Jensen

    Episode 93 – RC Composite – Strong, Light weight Today Matt and I get to sit down again with our friend Red Jensen. special guest Robert “Red” Jensen who is a Class I & II SUAS Chief Pilot, Master UAS Technician, and the Model Lab Operations Engineer at Dale Reed Subscale Flight Research lab at…


  • Ep 92 – Top Places to Shop for Beginners

    Today Joe and Matt talk about our top 5 Places for RC aviation goods in early 2024.  Discord https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/41/SAAB_35_Draken_performing_the_Cobra_maneuver.gif RTFs  Local Hobby Store Horizon Hobby https://www.towerhobbies.com http://www.Alofthobbies.com ARFs https://www.motionrc.com https://www.horizonhobby.com https://www.racedayquads.com https://www.getfpv.com https://www.towerhobbies.com http://www.WindcatcherRC.com Components Electric https://www.hobbyzone.com  https://www.hobbytown.com http://www.BananaHobbies.com https://www.amainhobbies.com https://store.flitetest.com/ https://alofthobbies.com/ Chinese direct https://www.aliexpress.com/ many sellers,  http://www.banggood.com – good selection of parts,  http://www.hobbyking.com –…


  • ARCN Episode 91 – RC & Ultralights Aerodynamics

    ARCN Episode 91 – RC & Ultralights Aerodynamics Today we have the great Pleasure and honor to speak with a Leon S. Searl a youtuber who has informed and inspired thousands regarding the Effort and Details and thought process it takes that go into designing Episode Links: https://www.ultralightairplaneworkshop.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/UltralightAirplaneWorkshop https://archive.org/details/FluidDynamicLiftHoerner1985 https://ia600707.us.archive.org/13/items/FluidDynamicDragHoerner1965/Fluid-dynamic_drag__Hoerner__1965_text.pdf https://www.xflr5.tech/xflr5.htm Podcast Links https://discord.gg/dpjGee6dtP…


  • Ep 90 – 5 Easy Ways to Soar Into the RC Aviation Hobby in 2024

    Today we talk about the 5 easiest ways to get into the hobby and talk about our latest escapades. https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?threads/ftfc24-buildruary-build-off-challenge.75080/ https://aviationrcnoob.com/ep-7-batteries/ https://www.flitetest.com/articles/lipo-safety Podcast Links https://discord.gg/dpjGee6dtP http://www.Patreon.com/aviationrcnoob/ http://www.aviationrcnoob.com Email Us Aviationrcnoob@gmail.com matthew@avationrcnoob.com Joe@aviationrcnoob.com — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 89 – Merry Christmas 2023

    Matt and Joe review the past year and how they held up to their expectations for the year. Podcast Links ⁠https://discord.gg/dpjGee6dtP⁠ ⁠www.Patreon.com/aviationrcnoob/⁠ ⁠www.aviationrcnoob.com⁠ Email Us ⁠Aviationrcnoob@gmail.com⁠ ⁠matthew@avationrcnoob.com⁠ ⁠Joe@aviationrcnoob.com⁠ — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Episode 88 – Aerodynamic Lift

    Episode 88 – Aerodynamic Lift Today Matt and Joe sit down and talk about their Journey in the Hobby, Community and then tackle Aerodynamic Lift. What causes our planes to fly. The Journey what have we done in the hobby lately Matt: Hobby Room Bench and setup.  Joe: Man Cave, Noob Wonder is Dead. Declared…


  • Ep 87 – Happy Thanksgiving

    Episode 87 – Happy Thanksgiving Today Matt and Joe sit down and talk about their Journey in the Hobby. They Talk about ideas, plans and goals. Jan 19th, 8pm 2023 Podcast Links https://discord.gg/dpjGee6dtP http://www.Patreon.com/aviationrcnoob/ http://www.aviationrcnoob.com Email Us Aviationrcnoob@gmail.com matthew@avationrcnoob.com Joe@aviationrcnoob.com — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 86 – Josh Finn Part 2

    We continue our sit down with Josh Finn to discuss Free Flight and his efforts to make the largest rubber band powered plane.  Also joining in this episode are Tony Lewis and Lee Krieger. https://discord.gg/dpjGee6dtP Josh and Hope Finn: ⁠https://flyingacesclub.com/wp/⁠ ⁠https://jhaerospace.com/ Part 3 video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OY14b0oi1Mg — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 85 – Josh Finn Part 1

    Matt and Joe sit down with Josh Finn to discuss Free Flight and his efforts to make the largest rubber band powered plane.  Also joining in this episode are Tony Lewis and Lee Krieger. Josh and Hope Finn: https://flyingacesclub.com/wp/ https://jhaerospace.com/ Rocket Glider: https://jhaerospace.com/product/red-shift-ii-mini-hotliner-rocket-glider/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jRhnnWFGp0 http://www.RetroRC.com Videos: Joshua Finn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWZeb233fw4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1XS61_P5_Y https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQXdaAklWxE Whomsley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJk245qi-PI Thinkflight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgwkA-hLvf4…


  • Ep 84 – Wingin’ It, The Highs and Lows of Wing Mounting

    Matt and Joe discuss why wings are mounted high, mid, and low and what affects the placement has on a plane's characteristics. https://discord.gg/dpjGee6dtP Nakajima B5N: Cad Model Build log and plans Maiden Flight Podcast Links ⁠www.Patreon.com/aviationrcnoob/⁠ ⁠www.aviationrcnoob.com⁠ Email Us ⁠Aviationrcnoob@gmail.com⁠ ⁠matthew@avationrcnoob.com⁠ ⁠Joe@aviationrcnoob.com — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 83 – Lee Krieger of Windcatcher RC

    Matt and Joe get to sit down with our friend Lee Krieger, CEO of Windcatcher RC. Windcatcher RC is a leading supplier of Carbon Fiber for the hobby and all around great guy. History segment with Brian Phillips on the F-14 Tomcat. Links Visit Lee’s Website: www.windcatcherrc.com Windcatcher projects: https://windcatcherrc.com/category/latest-news/ Ben Harbor’s A-26: Follow Ben…


  • Ep 82 – FAA RID is Nigh! & Servos Pt 2

    Episode 82 – FAA RID is Nigh! & Servos part 2 (for Real) Today Joe and Matt are going to finish up their discussion on Servos, and update everyone on where FAA’s RID regulation is with only 1 week until the regulation is enacted affecting all hobbyists. You will also hear some of our last…


  • Ep 81 – Quading Around

    Today Matt sits down with Brian Phillips to discuss their adventures with Quads and Brian goes over the history of the F-16 Fighting Falcon. Links Webpage: www.avaitionrcnoob.com Brian’s Youtube (Duck A la ‘range) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgqfu8KGhAI Other Projects: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kress_Drachenflieger F-16: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/General_Dynamics_F-16XL https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/elegance_in_flight.pdf https://podcasts.apple.com/mn/podcast/fpp045-f-16-fighting-falcon/id1330534712?i=1000436066751 — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 80 – Remote ID

    Join Matt and Joe as they catch up from the past 2 weeks and discuss the currently available Remote ID modules that are available. www.patreon.com/aviationrcnoob RID https://ama10.wildapricot.org/rid/ — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 79 – Servos Revisited (Part 1)

    Matt and Joe catch up on their recent flights and activities and revisit the topic of servos. Discord Patreon — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 78 – Flite Fest 2023

    Join Matt and Joe through their time at Flite Fest 2023. Periodic recaps, a couple of interviews, and audio from the flite line! More short interviews will be included in the next few episodes. Check out Josh King: https://www.youtube.com/@eternalprogression https://www.instagram.com/eternal_progression/ — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Flite Fest 2023 Teaser

    A quick preview of upcoming conversations with folks we met at Flite Fest 2023! — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 77 – 3DAeroventures with Special Guest Eric Haddad

    Join Matt and Joe as they sit down with Special Guest Eric Haddad from 3DAeroventures.  Eric has designed many 3D printed airplanes and is most recently known for his collaboration with DBT Aero, designing a ⅙ scale Synergy. Discord Become a Patron www.patreon.com/aviationrcnoob There is a Noob Wonder Build Video:  https://youtu.be/pQ_9lregzd4 Plans: https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?resources/foam-wonder-noob.375/ Decals to…


  • Ep 76 – Giant Noob Wonder Debrief

    Join Matt and Joe as they debrief on Matt's back porch after a day full of building and flying the 300% Noob Wonder. — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 75 – Big Builds with Ben Harber

    Today we welcome special guest Ben Harber.  Join us as we talk giant builds and ideas to help get your kids interested and involved in the hobby. www.patreon.com/aviationrcnoob Noob Wonder Build Video: https://youtu.be/pQ_9lregzd4 https://discord.gg/gcM2CZ3EwQ Ben Harber Links! https://youtube.com/@TheHarberHangar  https://youtube.com/BenHarber  https://www.patreon.com/harberhangar — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 74 – FliteFest Prep with Brian Phillips

    Matt and Joe are joined by Brian Phillips to discuss their past couple of weeks in the hobby as well as getting ready to go the FliteFest. Community: Event: May26th 8pm https://discord.com/events/667534395787313194/1087923459008495636 Invite: https://discord.gg/CUzrvRADtD FliteFest Events: https://www.flitefest.com/ff-events Noob Wonder Links: https://www.thehangarrc.com/product/the-noob-wonder/ Foam Wonder “NOOB” Graphics  Foam Wonder “NOOB”  300% Noob wonder www.AviationRCNoob.com History Notes: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McDonnell_Douglas_F-4_Phantom_II…


  • Ep 73 – Top Tools

    ARCN Ep 73 – Top Tools Tonight Joe and Matt come together to talk about the past couple weeks. We also Talk about the MCAS Beaufort Airshow, Community activity, and the main topic of What are our Top Building Tools. www.AviationRCNoob.com Noob Wonder Links: https://www.thehangarrc.com/product/the-noob-wonder/ Foam Wonder “NOOB” Graphics  Foam Wonder “NOOB”  300% Noob wonder www.AviationRCNoob.com…


  • Ep 72 – Going Big

    Joe and Matt talk about the topic of going big with your RC airplanes. What does it take to build a giant scale airplane and what are the surprises that you don't have to consider with Park Flyers www.Patreon.com/AviationRCNoob  Regulations: Model Aeronautics Association Canada (MAAC) to ground members. – sUAS News – The Business of…


  • Ep 71 – NOOB Wonder

    Today Joe and Matt announce exciting news about their very own airplane: the Noob Wonder. Join Joe and Matt as they talk about how it came about and how you can build one of your own and join them at FlightFest 2023. They also talk about other adventures in the hobby. Carbon Falcon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QR6W1Z6C-eQ ME262…


  • ARCN Ep71

    we have exciting things we can't wait to share with you but it will take 1 more week. — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 70 – Special Guest Tony Lewis: Finish What You Started

    Today we talk with Tony Lewis about.his happenings in the hobby, and his new Finish a plane Challenge. A Call to Action for the RC Hobby the CBO’s to change the FAA through Congress. We also talk about the Jet Generations. Find Tony Lewis – www.dynamic-rc.com FlyingTyger Links: Challenge: https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?threads/2023-spring-sprint-wrap-up-challenge.72822/#post-743502 Community: Build Party March 3rd…


  • ARCN Episode 69 – 3D Printing a Valentine Story

    ARCN Episode 69 – 3D Printing a Valentine Story Today we talk about the happenings in the hobby for the Hosts and the community. The history of Aviation Love on Valentine’s Day. Then Joe gets into his relationship with his 3d Printer. What have we been up to? Joe – V-day Matt – Stem Night,…


  • Ep 68 – Leatherversary! (3 year) with Surprise Special Guest

    What did we say we, as a podcast, were going to do last year? How did we do? Merch! https://aviation-rc-noob-podcast.creator-spring.com/ — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 67 – Getting Started 2023

    This episode Matt and Joe revisit the topic of getting started in the hobby as well as their goals for 2023. Troy McMillan https://www.youtube.com/c/troymcmillan Links: https://rcplanelab.com/electrostreak/ https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?threads/ftfc23-buildruary-build-off-challenge.71577/ F-111 – General Dynamics F-111 Aardvark Supersonic Bomber https://www.youtube.com/c/troymcmillan Transmitter: https://www.amazon.com/Flysky-FS-i6X-Transmitter-FS-iA6B-Receiver/dp/B0744DPPL8 https://www.amazon.com/RadioMaster-Gimbals-Transmitter-Control-TX16SMKII-ELRS-M2/dp/B09YH581GD/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1530KPL0Z93AD&keywords=radiomaster&qid=1673500978&s=toys-and-games&sprefix=radiomaster%2Ctoys-and-games%2C85&sr=1-2&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.f5122f16-c3e8-4386-bf32-63e904010ad0&th=1 Best Starter Planes: Horizon Hobby (hobby stores) https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/aeroscout-s-2-1.1m-rtf-with-safe/HBZ38000.html https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/turbo-timber-evolution-1.5m-bnf-basic-includes-floats/EFL105250.html https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/sport-cub-s-2-rtf-with-safe/HBZ44000.html https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/umx-radian-bnf-basic-with-as3x-and-safe-select/EFLU2950.html Flite Test https://store.flitetest.com/ft-old-fogey-mkr2/ https://store.flitetest.com/ft-explorer-mkr2/ https://store.flitetest.com/ft-fun-pack-mkr2/…


  • Ep 66 – Closing Out 2022

    Matt and Joe sit down for a shorter discussion to close out the year and look forward to 2023. Resources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBFmP-kTUnk FPVFC / FTCA – CBO status – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBFmP-kTUnk Plans: https://outerzone.co.uk/plan_details.asp?ID=7403 Bush Hawk RC Aviation Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4JQsCPFV1k — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 65 – Dan the Plan Man (Dan Sponholz)

    Joe and Matt get the pleasure of speaking with unofficial Flite Test Plan Coordinator Dan Sponholz. He is the workhorse behind the great plans that Flight Test puts out and has created some of the best planes which have inspired such creativity. As promised we will also talk about the McDonnell XF-85 goblin parasite fighter.…


  • Ep 64 – What Can Depron Do For You

    Matt and Joe return to the topic of Depron and considerations to take into account when planning a build with it. Community: Join Us! https://discord.gg/CUzrvRADtD https://www.patreon.com/aviationrcnoob History: https://acesflyinghigh.wordpress.com/2014/08/06/convair-b-36-the-ultimate-peacemaker/ Scale Aircraft: https://jetworks.online/ B-2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTxEJNMgLn4 https://paper-replika.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=85 https://www.motionrc.com/products/freewing-b-2-spirit-bomber-twin-70mm-edf-jet-pnp-fj31711p History: http://www.aviation-history.com/bell/p63.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bell_P-63_Kingcobra https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruoDK2MlAlg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1M0Mce2rec — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • ARCN EP 63 – What is Scale RC

    ARCN Ep 63 – What is Scale RC? Welcome Back! – This episode Matt talks about the topic of what constitutes a SCALE rc airplane? We have talked about what overall size categories for scale rc craft this time we talk about what else makes a plane scale. As always in the first half of…


  • Ep 62 – Multi Motors

    This episode Joe and Matt talk about multi-motor setups, what the benefits and drawbacks are, and configurations you may want to try. — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 61 – Slope Soaring with Special Guest John Woodfield

    Joe and I chat with John Woodfield regarding a new-to-us flying type, Slope Soaring. Listen in as John explains the best way to get into the hobby, and how to pick a site. We also pick his brain about his hobby perspective regarding his site selection, hobby shop setup, glider construction techniques, inspirations and he…


  • Ep 60 – Sizing Your Power System

    Wondering what size motor, ESC, and prop to use with your build? Matt and Joe discuss the many variables to consider picking a power system. https://discord.gg/CUzrvRADtD Community Build Nights – Oct 22st Sat 11am – 2pm (Matt) Nov 4th Friday 8-11pm (both) December Friday 2nd 8-11pm (Both) December 31st New YEARS !? (?Both?) Joe Drone…


  • Ep 59 – Just Started? Listen to This! Recap Episode

    If you are new to the hobby, this is a good episode to start with. Matt and Joe recap all of the episodes so far to serve as a guide to older episodes. Join Us! https://discord.gg/CUzrvRADtD — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 58 – Gliders and Field Gliding

    This episode Matt and Joe have been building and they talk some about of the art of gliding as well as some gliding types, tips, and tricks. Do you have model finishing tips? https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?threads/noob-nation-building-towards-flitefest-2023.70484/page-2#post-726659 FF’23 Community Challenge Barnstormers https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?threads/flite-fest-2023-community-challenge-%E2%80%93-barnstormers.70800/#post-729893 References: WACO https://www.asomf.org/museum-exhibits/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waco_CG-4 Popular Science 1944 Silent Partner of the Plane: Flying Magazine Feb 1947…


  • Next Week – Our Apologies

    Joe and I have been Swamped with Work, School, Scouts, D&D, Kids, Birthdays Etc. Don’t fret, we will have something for you next week. www.aviationrcnoob.com — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 57 – Games We play with Guest Jesse Hampton

    This episode Matt and Joe catch up with Jesse Hampton (a.k.a. Zetoyoc), and talk about the type of games to play when gathering with friends and when organizing a fun fly. Merch!: https://aviation-rc-noob-podcast.creator-spring.com References: https://northwestrc.com/ Freestyle flights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OhRZv5XpPk4 https://youtu.be/h0a1f5FBLU0 Build a Wonder 38” Foam Wonders: https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?resources/ https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?resources/foam-wonder-patriot.344/ Bat: https://www.oldschoolmodels.com/bat.htm Spads: (Simple Plastic Airplane Design) https://www.spadtothebone.net/freeplans.htm…


  • Ep 56 – F.A.A., Now What?

    This episode Matt and Joe talk about some news regarding FAA regulations and discuss the Junker 87 – Stuka. Join Us! https://discord.gg/CUzrvRADtD References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Junkers_Ju_87 https://podtail.com/en/podcast/world-of-warbirds/ju-87-stuka/ https://insideunmannedsystems.com/faa-just-won-the-remote-id-casethank-you-next/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skTFAibG9a0 Build a Stuka 50” Foam: https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?threads/13th-squadron-ju-87-b-2-stuka.66569/ 40” Balsa: https://outerzone.co.uk/plan_details.asp?ID=4351 — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 55 – Glide Tests

    This week Matt and Joe talk about the importance and methods of the glide test! References History :https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitsubishi_G4M https://airplanes-online.com/mitsubishi-g4m-betty-bomber.htm Glide Testing: https://www.flitetest.com/articles/step-by-step-glide-testing-tutorial Build one out of Foam: https://www.13thsquadron.com/g4m-betty-bomber.html CG Calculator: https://www.ecalc.ch/cgcalc.php The Hangar RC announcement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTSbll9YJfw 3d prints:https://www.planeprint.com/eagle Visit and Support www.aviationrcnoob.com https://www.patreon.com/aviationrcnoob — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 54 – Flite Fest 2022

    Listen in as Joe, Matthew, and Jesse have their night time camp site debriefs at Flite Fest this year. Discord Matthew’s SR-72 Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com, matthew@aviationRCNoob.com, joe@aviationRCNoob.com Say Hi on our Facebook Page Tell us how we’re doing – FliteTest Forums Show Page Help others find the podcast by giving us a 5…


  • Ep 53 – Custom Skins

    This week Matt and Joe discuss custom skins and walk through skin creation. Discord Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com, matthew@aviationRCNoob.com, joe@aviationRCNoob.com Say Hi on our Facebook Page Tell us how we’re doing – FliteTest Forums Show Page Help others find the podcast by giving us a 5 star Rating on Apple Podcast — Send in…


  • Ep 52 – Special Guest Richard Joy

    Ep 52 – Special Guest Richard Joy This week Matt and Joe take a minute to chat with Special Guest Richard Joy. We learn what everyone has been up to in the hobby, and ARCN Community Events and as always a Brief History Segment. Then we Talk to a relative New guy to the hobby…


  • Ep 51 – Special Guests Ron and Tom from the RC Plane Lab

    This week Joe and Matt are joined by Ron and Tom from the RC Plane Lab Podcast. Tune in to the first every Aviation RC Plane Noob Lab Podcast! Visit and Support www.rcplanelab.com www.aviationrcnoob.com https://www.patreon.com/aviationrcnoob Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com, matthew@aviationRCNoob.com, joe@aviationRCNoob.com Say Hi on our Facebook Page Tell us how we’re doing – FliteTest…


  • Ep 50 – It’s Too Windy, so Build Build Build

    ARCN Ep 50 – It’s Too Windy, so Build Build Build This week Matt catches everyone up on what he’s been up to in the hobby, and big new upcoming community events and a brief history segment while Joe takes a moment to address some of life’s moments. 0:00 intro 4:00 Hobby Time 18:00 Community…


  • Ep 49 – Flying Off Water

    This week Matt and Joe talk about the history of flying boats and seaplanes, proper waterproofing of your plane, and things to consider when taking off from and landing on water. As always they talk about their activities in the hobby. Discord References https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CatlUfYcG9Y https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flying_boat https://hartzellprop.com/history-of-seaplanes/ https://military-history.fandom.com/wiki/Dunne_D.8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CatlUfYcG9Y https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rutan_SkiGull https://www.flitetest.com/articles/waterproofing-electronics Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com,…


  • Ep 48 – Too Windy

    This week Matt and Joe continue their quadcopter discussion with the history of quadcopters and then go on to discuss what to do when you get to the field and find the conditions unfavorable for flight. Discord Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com, matthew@aviationRCNoob.com, joe@aviationRCNoob.com Say Hi on our Facebook Page Tell us how we’re doing…


  • Ep 47 – Quadcopters with Special Guest Lee Schofield

    This week Matt and Joe get a Quadcopter primer and advice from Painless360’s Lee Schofield. Discord FT Spitfire color theme for Flite Fest can be found on our Discord server. References Painless360 – YouTube http://www.rclab.info/2012/11/radd-method.html FPV UK Handbook 2021 v1.2 Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com, matthew@aviationRCNoob.com, joe@aviationRCNoob.com Say Hi on our Facebook Page Tell us…


  • Ep 46 – Field Etiquette

    This week Matt and Joe talk about what they are up to as usual, Joe will talk about a WWI synchronization gears and then they will discuss what to remember when flying at an AMA field, what to expect, and what is expected. Discord Slow Mo Guys vid AMA Flying Site Safety and Operational Rules…


  • Ep 45 – Phantoms and LEDs

    This week Matt and Joe talk about what they are up to as usual. Joe will talk about the Fairchild Republic A10 Thunderbolt II and then Matt will continue with the Night Flying topic and discuss some of the details of LEDs. Discord https://www.precisionhawk.com/agriculture/vegetation-indices References LED education – https://www.derunledlights.com/the-difference-between-addressable-rgb-led-strip-ws2811-ws2812b-ws2813-ws2815-sk6812-sk9822/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Light-emitting_diode Led Plane Lights https://www.amazon.com/Airplane-Aircraft-Helicopter-Wireless-Navigational/dp/B07H5VP4JH Flite…


  • Ep 44 – Night Flights and RC Lighting

    This episode Matt and Joe talk about what the rules are regarding night flying and some methods of lighting your RC planes and they talk about their contest experiences thus far. As always they talk about what they have done in the hobby recently and what they will be doing. Discord References: https://historyzen.com/2020/10/21/a-history-of-night-flying-part-one-1910-1941/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In-flight_entertainment FAA:…


  • Ep 43 – ELRS The New Kid in Town

    This episode Matt and Joe talk about the new transmitter protocol in town making big promises, Express LRS. Joe educates Matt about the Vickers Wellington DWI . As always they talk about what they’ve done in the hobby and what they will be doing. Show Resource Links: www.thehangarrc.com/buildoff FT Plan index: https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?threads/sp0nz-plans-index.17136/#post-183296 https://shortfinals.org/2013/06/15/the-real-monster-from-loch-ness-vickers-wellington-r-for-robert/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vickers_Wellington Vickers…


  • Ep 42 – 2 Years! Looking Back and Looking Forward

    This episode Joe and Matt take a look at the past year and discuss the coming year, giveaway winners, their progress with their Buildoff Challenge plans, and the ME 163 Komet. Discord Show Resource Links: www.thehangarrc.com/buildoff Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com, matthew@aviationRCNoob.com, joe@aviationRCNoob.com Say Hi on our Facebook Page Tell us how we’re doing –…


  • Ep 41- 5 Weeks and Counting

    This episode Joe and Matt chat about their contest ideas and the history of the F7F Tigercat. Discord Show Resource Links: www.thehangarrc.com/buildoff FT Plan index F7F Tigercat – Make One: Watch rc ones: https://youtu.be/49-IfJ9b7xc?t=430 Build one out of Foam: Fancy: https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?threads/grumman-f7f-tigercat-scratch-build.53548/ Simple: https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?resources/f7f-tigercat.192/ Balsa: https://outerzone.co.uk/plan_details.asp?ID=2184 Buy one ready to go: https://www.motionrc.com/products/flightline-f7f-3-tigercat-1600mm-63-wingspan-pnp Feedback: Email us @…


  • Ep 40 – Merry Christmas, Contest, and Give-Away

    Both Joe and Matt wish to send a heartfelt thank you to the RC community at large. And doubly so to you who have likely been listening in for 40 episodes. And a separate token of appreciation for our friends and listeners who help make out Discord server the fun welcoming place it is. In…


  • Ep 39 – Reno Racing & STEM with Red Jenson

    As promised, Joe and Matt invite Chief UAS Pilot Red Jensen to help Matt and Joe Learn about the Reno Air Races. Of course they all talk about B-17 bomber, flight stories, and Community events. Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com, matthew@aviationRCNoob.com, joe@aviationRCNoob.com Say Hi on our Facebook Page Tell us how we’re doing – FliteTest…


  • Ep 38 – Build Season, Squirrel Season!

    With Daylight savings time, nighttime light is over, this brings forth the beginning of Build season. In this episode Matt and Joe talk about what build season means to them then talk about the Northrop P-61 Black Widow, flight stories, and community events. Make One: Build one out of Foam: https://www.13thsquadron.com/p-61-black-widow.html Balsa: https://outerzone.co.uk/plan_details.asp?ID=3207 Kit: https://www.nationalbalsa.com/product_p/p-61-black-widlow-short.htm…


  • Ep 37 – FTCC with Mike Finley & Patrick Murphy

    ARCN Episode 37 – FTCC with Mike Finley & Patrick Murphy This episode Joe and Matt have special guests Mike Finley and Patrick Murphy from the Flite Test Community Cast, a podcast dedicated to highlighting the Flite Test Community As always they will also talk about their hobby Adventure since last time, and the venerable…


  • Ep 36 – What We Listen To

    This episode Joe and Matt cover scares over the year, and what other podcasts are out there to listen to. As always they will also talk about their hobby antics since last time, and the Aerobile: a Frakenplane of sorts. Discord Show Resource Links: Roadable Planes – Waldo Waterman’s Arrowbile – aerobile https://www.popsci.com/cars/article/2010-10/archive-gallery-flying-cars/ RC Plane…


  • Ep 35 – Terry Dunn on Aircraft Design

    Want to know how to design a Plane? Today is a conversation with Terry Dunn. Columnist of many RC Articles, designers listen In, because in this episode Matt and Joe talk about how Terry Designed the Parallax and the Yin-Yang. They also talk about their flight stories, and community events. Build Night: Hope you enjoyed…


  • Ep 34 – A Little Off the Top – How to Trim Your Craft

    Want to know how to trim your plane? Listen In, because in this episode Matt and Joe talk about all they know about trim. But first they talk about the Focke-wulf 190, flight stories, and community events. Show Resource Links: Quickie Glide Test Trimming: Painless 360 trimming Painless 360 How to instant trim in OpenTx…


  • Ep 33 – 13th Squadron with the Niezgodas

    In this episode Matt and Joe talk with the creators of the 13th Squadron Steve and Jack Niezgoda. Together they delve deep into creating Model Quality flying Planes from DTFB. Discord Show Resource Links: 13th Squadron Zero Plans Zero Balsa Plans 13TH SQUADRON – Home 13th Squadron Facebook 13th Squadron Instagram 13th Squadron Youtube 13th…


  • Ep 32 – Testing Your Design

    ARCN Episode 32 – Testing Designs & Mustangs In this episode Matt and Joe talk about about the P-51 Mustang and how to test an airplane you have designed. Build Night: September 17th 8-11pm EDT Discord Show Resource Links: P-51D – vid https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIYd7RYoNsM https://www.flitetest.com/articles/ft-mustang-build https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?resources/ft-mustang-master-series.146/ https://outerzone.co.uk/search/results.asp?keyword=Mustang Ep22 – https://anchor.fm/avaitionrcnoob/episodes/Ep-22—Trainers-ev2rfg/a-a597tkb https://fwcg.3dzone.dk/ https://www.ecalc.ch/cgcalc.php https://callie-graphics.com/ https://www.flitetest.com/articles/beginner-series-crashing-and-repairing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIYd7RYoNsM&t Feedback:…


  • Ep 31 – Designing a Plane

    In this episode Matt and Joe talk about their activities in the Hobby, Matt’s visit to the New England Air Museum, and how to take a 3-view drawing and turn it into a flying model. Show Resource Links: https://aviationrcnoob.com/joes-corsair/ https://rcplanes.online/design.htm https://www.neam.org/ Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com, matthew@aviationRCNoob.com, joe@aviationRCNoob.com Say Hi on our Facebook Page Tell…


  • Ep 30 – FliteFest 2021

    In this episode Matt and Joe talk about their time at FliteFest 2021. Show Resource Links: Saturday Combat: https://youtu.be/5bQ4GLpIwPA Flex Innovations Pirana: https://youtu.be/I6O0ZB-46JM Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com, matthew@aviationRCNoob.com, joe@aviationRCNoob.com Say Hi on our Facebook Page Help others find the podcast by giving us a 5 star Rating on Apple Podcast — Send in a…


  • Ep 29 – Spitfire and TRUST

    In this episode Matt and Joe begin the Warbird Fighter Series with the venerable Spitfire. And they talk about TRUST: the joint knowledge/awareness test. Discord Invite Show Resource Links: www.flitefest.com Spitfire videos: https://youtu.be/yDF_C6oQctQ https://youtu.be/qqIKzdlHQfo https://youtu.be/fR03Mmv2bUs https://trust.modelaircraft.org/ LAANC: https://www.faa.gov/uas/programs_partnerships/data_exchange/ Carburetor – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=toVfvRhWbj8 Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com, matthew@aviationRCNoob.com, joe@aviationRCNoob.com Say Hi on our Facebook Page Tell…


  • Ep 28 – Going to Flite Fest

    In this episode Matt and Joe talk about Flite Fest, its various activities, and ways to volunteer. As always they share stories of their recent flights. Planning to go to Flite Fest? Keep an eye on our Facebook Page for our location in the camps and swing by to say hello! — Send in a…


  • Ep 27 – Modern Trainers

    In this episode Matt and Joe talk about the modern military and civilian trainers and as usual, it will include Joe and Matt’s efforts in the RC hobby and the next Build Night Event. Show Resource Links: https://www.militaryfactory.com/aircraft/modern-trainer-aircraft.php Dragonfly A-37 vid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVXwwdXPvNk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbYRLRjvRlw Make a paper model: http://papercraft.stahlhart.net/tweet_main.php https://forum.flitetest.com/index.php?resources/ft-commuter.74/ Prandlt-D modified – https://youtu.be/h9-TMqC_BB8 https://youtu.be/keZ0fyUBuS4 Feedback:…


  • Ep 26 – Special Guest Red Jensen Part 2

    In this episode Matt and Joe provide a quick update on their projects then continue their conversation with Red Jensen. Discord Invite Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com, matthew@aviationRCNoob.com, joe@aviationRCNoob.com Say Hi on our Facebook Page Tell us how we’re doing – FliteTest Forums Show Page https://www.aviationrcnoob.com Help others find the podcast by giving us a…


  • Ep 25 – NASA with Special Guest Red Jensen Part 1

    In this episode Matt and Joe talk with special guest Robert “Red” Jensen who is a Class I & II SUAS Chief Pilot, Master UAS Technician, and the Model Lab Operations Engineer at Dale Reed Subscale Research lab at NASA’s Neil A. Armstrong Flight Research Center. As always they talk about their adventures, experiences and…


  • Ep 24 – WWII Trainers

    In this episode Matt and Joe begin talking about the Work War II Trainers and as usual, it will include Joe and Matt’s efforts in the RC Hobby and the next Build Night Event. Discord Invite Timeline Building-Flying Stories: 2m Build Night Announcement: 45m Topic – WWII Trainers: 50m Overview: 51m Cessna at-17 Bobcat: 1h05m…


  • Ep 23 – Depron with Special Guest Greg Tanous

    Show Notes Episode 23 – Depron with Special Guest Greg Tanous In this episode Matt and Joe talk with special guest Greg Tanous AKA Mr. Depron, about his beginning and journey in the hobby and his journey in becoming the US Depron Supplier. As always they talk about their adventures, experiences and efforts in the…


  • Ep 22 – Trainers

    In this episode Matt and Joe begin talking about the RC plane type/category most new pilots are suggested to fly: Trainers, and as usual it will include their efforts in the RC Hobby. Build Party: April 24 1-4pm EDT Discord Invite Show Resource Links: https://rcplanes.online/design.htm Curtiss Jenny S.E.5 DR.1 Fokker Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com,…


  • Ep 21 – Coverings

    In this episode Matt and Joe continue to talk with special guest and listener Chris McCallum AKA Battleaxe about ways to cover your planes. As always they talk about their adventures, experiences and efforts in the RC Hobby. Show Resource Links: https://www.aircraftsystemstech.com/2017/05/aircraft-fabric-covering.html Mustang – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A1Fa5jNh8KY Minwax – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBP2uUjwx4g Flitetest Waterproof Vid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbYeKf4RZTU Packing Tape –…


  • Ep 20 – Special Guest Chris McCallum

    In this episode Matt and Joe talk with special guest and listener Chris McCallum AKA Battleaxe about beginning in the hobby and his journey. As always they talk about their adventures, experiences and efforts in the RC Hobby. Show Resource Links: North49 Youtube Feedback: Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com, matthew@aviationRCNoob.com, joe@aviationRCNoob.com Say Hi on our Facebook…


  • Ep 19 – A Whole Year

    In this episode Matt and Joe talk about the past year and look to the future. As always they talk about their adventures, experiences, and efforts in the RC Hobby. Flight Stories 1:15 Listener Question 25:15 Main Topic 32:35 Looking Forward 2:12:20 Announcements 2:17:25 Workbench 2:20:00 Show Resource Links: BlHeli – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChLVPYPCGq0 Simonk – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQQX7IIdAtI…


  • Ep 18 – Propellers

    In this episode Matt and Joe talk about the most important part of the Power system – Propellers. As always they talk about their adventures, experiences and efforts in the RC Hobby. Flight Stories 1:00 Listener Question 44:50 Main Topic 52:30 Workbench 2:04:30 Closing Next Episode: ARCN 1st Anniversary Show Resource Links: https://www.airfieldmodels.com/information_source/model_aircraft_engines/propellers.htm https://oscarliang.com/choose-propellers-mini-quad/ Feedback:…


  • Ep 17 – F.A.A. Update

    This week Matthew and Joe talk about their flights and the recent FAA news hitting America in the last few weeks. Christmas Gifts 2:15 Comments 9:15 Build Night Announcement 16:15 Flight stories 16:45 Main Topic FAA Big Fine 39:45 FAA Part 89 Compliance categories 51:20 Manufacturing 1:19:00 Homebuilt 1:26:30 Part 107 update 1:42:50 ARCN Thoughts…


  • Ep 16 – Recording and FPV

    In this episode Matt and Joe discuss recording flights and FPV and share their flight stories from the past several weeks. Listener Comment 3:00 Building/Flying Stories Matt 10:25 Joe 49:00 Recording and FPV 1:19:40 FAA News 2:16:00 Workbench: 2:23:00 Feedback: Join us on Discord! Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com Say Hi on our Facebook Page Tell…


  • Technical Difficulties

    Due to technical difficulties (Matthew’s computer crashed), we are unable to have a regular episode this week. We will be back into the full swing next time! — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/avaitionrcnoob/message


  • Ep 15 – Airfoils

    In this episode Matt and Joe talk about the work-horse of the Remote Control Airplane, the Airfoil. As always we talk about our adventures, experiences and efforts in the RC Hobby. Intro: 0:30 Building/Flying Stories Joe 3:25 Matt 32:10 Listener Comments 55:00 Lift 58:30 NACA 1:19:20 KF(m) 1:32:00 CG 1:43:00 Workbench: 1:56:30 Closing: 1:58:50 Show…


  • Ep 14 – Sky’s the Limit

    In this episode Joe and Matt talk about their recent flights together and announce the launch of the Aviation RC Noob website. Show Resource Links: www.theHangerrc.com Discount code: arcn-bn1 for 10% off the whole store. Feedback: Join us on Discord! Email us @ AviationRCNoob@gmail.com, Say Hi on our Facebook Page Tell us how we’re doing…


  • Ep 13 – Fly-o-ween

    In this episode Joe and Matt celebrate Halloween by sharing their spooky Halloween build ideas and flight stories. Then they will talk about their hobby scares and how to prepare against that nightmare situation, a prop strike, as well as listen to stories you guys shared. Stories from SPONZ, Chris, Zetoyoc, and Ron and Tom…


  • Ep 12 – Hinges and Other Bits

    In this episode Matt and Joe talk about the other little unmentioned parts of the plane worth talking about. Intro: 0:40 Flying Joe: 6:40 Matt: 10:00 Announcements: 19:00 Listener Comments: 21:00 Topic – Hinges and other bits: 36:00 Workbench: 1:51:10 Closing: 1:55:45 Show Resource Links: Build Party Friday 10/23/2020 7pm-11pm EST Discord HangarRC Build night…


  • Ep 11 – Sam Platt at theHangarRC.com

    In this episode Matt and Joe Talk with Sam Platt founder of www.TheHangarRC.com. His company is set as a Flite Test alternative. Sam will talk to us about his start in the hobby and his start with the business. While near the beginning of the journey, he has some big plans. He will tell us…


  • Ep 10 – Flight Boxes

    In this episode Matt and Joe Talk about what they bring to the field. Not before they cover their weekly flying antics and talk about what’s on their benches. 0:00:40 – Intro Flying Stories: 0:02:00 – Joe 0:34:00 – Matt 0:47:50 – Listener Comments 0:56:54 – Event Discussion: 1st Discord Build Party! 1:00:00 – Topic…


  • Ep 9 – Transmitters

    In this episode Matt and Joe cover Transmitters, What they do, options to consider, how to select one. They talk about what they use and how they feel about them. Then they will cover what’s on their Bench. Intro: 0:35 Building-Flying Stories: 0:55 Matt 2:20 Listener comment – Not our merch! 42:00 Event Announcement: Discord…


  • Ep 8 – Simulators

    In this episode Matt and Joe cover what they’ve been busy with, mostly RC, and dive into Simulators. What they are, what benefit can they be, which ones are out there, and compare some of the brands they have tried. Intro: 0:48 Building-Flying Stories: 2:00 Topic – RC Simulators: 44:30 Workbench: 1:49:15 Closing: 1:51:45 Show…


  • Ep 7 – Batteries

    In this episode Matt and Joe cover what they’ve been busy with, mostly RC, and dive into Batteries: what the numbers mean, how to select the right battery for your application, and how to safely charge, store, and dispose of them. Intro – 0:00 Flying Stories – 1:00 Listener Questions – 46:00 Geoff’s Bench here…


  • Ep 6 – ESCs (What They Are and What They Do)

    In this episode Matt and Joe cover what they’ve been busy with, mostly RC, and dive into Electronic Speed Controllers. They cover how to select an ESC, what all Beeps mean, and a basic understanding of ESC protocols. Intro – 0:00:32 What we’re up to: 0:11:59 Build Table: 0:33:15 Comments & Corrections: 38:48 Topic –…


  • Ep 5 – Motors (Understanding Brushed and Brushless and What the Numbers Mean)

    In this episode Matt and Joe cover their time during COVID-19 and dive into how brushed and brushless motors function, what all the numbers mean, and how to choose a motor for your plane. Intro – 0:00:32 What did we fly Joe – 0:03:00 Matt – 0:51:10 Topic – 1:17:17 Brushed Motors – 1:19:00 Brushless…


  • Ep 4 – Plans, Inspirations, and Build Materials

    In this Episode recorded in early March, Matt and Joe talk about their journey in the hobby and discuss what materials you can build your RC aircraft from focusing on foam and balsa and where you can acquire them, including where one can find plans or at least inspiration. Introduction: 0.37 Corrections: 1:10 Flying Stories:…


  • Ep 3 – Parts Shopping and Interview With Alan Hayes

    In this Episode Matt and Joe talk about their journey in the hobby and discuss Where to Shop for the Hobby Supplies, and honored to be able to sit down with Hayes Hobby House owner, Alan Hayes Matt’s local Hobby store in Fayetteville, NC. Introduction: 00:49 Flying Stories: 01:32 Bungee Launcher Bench Work: 54:00 Main…


  • Ep 2 – What’s What (Understanding all of the Hobby Lingo)

    In this Episode Matt and Joe talk about their journey in the hobby and tackle the ever-growing topic of Radio Control Aviation Lingo. Introduction: 00:40 Flying Stories: 01:28 Benchtop: 41:02 Main Topic: 51:36 What’s Our Next Topic: 1:20:33 Host’s Hobby Futures 1:21:00 Resource Links: Reference Photos; Airplane Parts Plane Controls RC Power Train 3 or…


  • Ep 1 – Getting Started

    Listen in as Matt and Joe Talk about the origins of the Podcast, and Joe’s entrance to the hobby. Introduction: 0:38 What are we up to: 5:50 Joe’s Journey begin: 11:25 Birthday Gift: 17.53 First Build: 27:14 First Flight: 28.47 Joe’s Glider Design: 44:28 Front Yard Flight: 53:06 Joe’s Glider Flight: 56:39 Topic – How…


  • Ep 0 – Introductions

    Welcome to the Aviation RC Noob Podcast. You found us! Listen in to meet Matt and Joe, the Mentor and the Noob. In this episode we introduce ourselves and talk about how we began in the hobby, why we are starting the show, and what we hope everyone can get out of it. Join us…