It was another successful show for RCX, The Ultimate Radio Control Expo, as thousands flocked to the Long Beach Convention Center June 1-2. The “try-me” tracks were jammed with everyone waiting their turn to drive the latest cars. Helis were a huge hit and so were the boats. Everyone wanted to be splashed by a [...]
If you thought the “R” and “C” of Team Associated’s legendary RC10 buggy stood for Radio Control, you’re excused–it’s a common mistake. They actually stand for Roger Curtis, the man behind the RC10 and a founder of Team Associated. Initially launched as Associated Electrics and established as a maker of slot car accessories, Associated expanded [...]
We are fortunate to be able to test-fly dozens of amazing planes, helicopters and gear throughout the year. The products we recognize here have all been reviewed in the last year and exceeded our expectations for quality and performance. They also have that “wow” factor that sets them apart from the rest. At the RCX [...]
RCX was the buzz of Long Beach’s local news as “Out and About With Roger Martin” featured the Ultimate Radio Control Expo and a sampling of the fun we had all weekend. The short segment just scratches the surface of all there was to see and do at RCX, but we’re thrilled the morning TV [...]
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Vieira to the position of Editorial Director, Surface Group. In this new role, Peter is responsible for content direction and management across a number of platforms including print and digital publications, e-newsletters, websites, and ancillary Air Age Media products within the surface RC category. Peter is [...]
Thursday May 2, the Top Gun flightline is a buzz with activities and there’s airplanes and pilots everywhere getting in flights. This is no easy task during any Top Gun event with the pressure and the excitement of such an impressive event. But add the threatening weather yesterday and today and you see everyone is [...]
Silver State Nitro challenge kicked off April 19, 2013 with RC Car Action‘s Aaron Waldron and Joel Navarro reporting on site. After four grueling days of racing in the middle of the Nevada desert, a modest trophy presentation recognized the top competitors in each of the ten racing classes. At this point in the weekend, [...]
We celebrated the month of March in style thanks to HobbyKing for sponsoring our RC version of March Madness. The Radio Control Show saw increased traffic given the “Watch and Win” sweepstakes with prizes from HobbyKing, and we’ll be announcing the winners on April 5th! Creating exciting promotions and content is what we’re all about. [...]
This year marked Pro-Line’s 30th in the RC industry, a phenomenal achievement that the brand celebrated throughout the month of October by giving away official photo bodies and gift certificates (along with a special two-day sale a few weeks ago). On October 25, Pro-Line invited a small group of industry partners and friends for a [...]
Wilton, CT— Die Cast X magazine and Air Age Media are pleased to announce that Joe Kelly Jr. has been promoted to Editor-in-Chief. With more than 20 years of experience in the hobby and model car industry, his expertise and vision will allow him to guide Die Cast X into the future with a keen [...]
If you missed the premiere of the Die Cast X TV LIVE chat which aired September 18, you can still catch the excitement here! Hosted by Joe Kelly and featuring Mat Long of Acme Trading, and Sean Taylor of M2 Machines – both of these guys brought some outrageous first looks and shared some inside [...]
It’s not often that a really big, really new event springs onto the scene, but when it happens, the Model Airplane News crew takes notice. For this first time event, Horizon Hobby pulled all the stops and the US Air Meet held at the Sanford Sea Coast Airport in Sanford, ME was a huge extravaganza [...]
Wilton, CT— RC Car Action magazine and Air Age Media are pleased to announce the promotion of Stephen Bess to Executive Editor. Since he joined the company in 2010, Bess’ editorial leadership and knowledge of radio control has made him a valuable member of the RC Car Action editorial team. In his new role, Bess [...]
Wilton, CT, May 11, 2012 – RC Car Action magazine presented its prestigious Hall of Fame award to Gary Kyes at its annual Readers’ and Editors’ Choice awards banquet held in Long Beach, CA on April 28. Kyes, Senior Product Manager for Team Losi, a division of Horizon Hobby, was honored for his involvement in [...]
