See it in Action: FMS F-16 Fighting Falcon EDF Jet [Video]
By: Tim Gluth
If you have a love for high-performance aircraft and the R/C hobby, you'll want to check out the details surrounding the latest model from FMS. Their F-16 Fighting Falcon PNP EDF Jet. This detailed radio-controlled model captures the sleek, stunning style of the 1:1 F-16 and faithfully recreates it for hobbyist pilots.
With its realistic design and nearly true-to-life functionality, this looks like an amazing aircraft for R/C fanatics. If you want to see how this jet performs, check out some action footage from FMS:
FMS F-16 Fighting Falcon Thunderbird Specs:
- Wingspan: 712mm / 28 in
- Overall Length: 1090mm / 42.9 in
- Wing Load: 68 g/dm² (0.14oz/in²)
- Wing Area: 15.8 dm² (244.7 sq.in)
- Flying Weight: Around 1070g
- Center of Gravity: 75-85mm
- EDF: 64mm Ducted Fan 12-blade
- Approx. Flying Duration: 3 minutes
- Aileron: Yes
- Rudder: Yes
FMS F-16 Fighting Falcon Battlefield Gray Specs:
- Wingspan: 740mm / 29.1 in
- Overall Length: 1090mm / 42.9 in
- Wing Load: 85.4 g/dm² (0.17oz/in²)
- Wing Area: 15.8 dm² (244.7 sq.in)
- Flying Weight: Around 1350g
- Center of Gravity: 75-85mm
- EDF: 64mm Ducted Fan 12-blade
- Approx. Flying Duration: 3 minutes
- Aileron: Yes
- Rudder: Yes
The F-16 Fighting Falcon PNP EDF Jet is priced at $199.99 and is available through fmshobby.com.
Image credit: FMS