ARF FOAM ELECTRICS

Model Airplane News, Oct 2004

ULTRAFLY

Hot-flying 3D foamies are the hottest ticket in RC, and this brand-new line from the topnotch engineers at Great Planes may just set a new standard. Not only do these lightweight, easy-to-assemble foamies offer great scale looks, but they're also fantastic performers in the air. Instead of designing the plane first and then trying to find a motor for it, Ultrafly developed the power system and then created a perfectly suited airplane design. Each plane's Speed 400 motor has small-diameter windings that allow it to handle high voltages and amps (read: more power and more capacity!). The included gearbox comes with four spur gears and brass pinions, so you also have a large range of gear ratios. The Cessna comes with two 43-inch-span wings: one for docile, trainer-like flight and the other for aerobatics. The low-wing, 28-inch-span PC9-400 is stable at low speeds but also capable of thrilling aerial maneuvers. The 32-inch-span BAE Hawk is a pusher-prop jet for those who have a need for all-out speed. The dense, smooth-surface foam material is extremely light and can be painted.

The Cessna 182 costs $84.99; the PC9-400 and Fly BA-E Hawk each cost $79.99.

Ultrafly; distributed by Great Planes Model Distributors (217) 398-6300; (800) 682-8948; greatplanes.com.