Model Airplane Resources
A curated list of my favorite sources for plans, community knowledge, and local Wisconsin aviation hubs.
Primary Plan Sources
Outerzone
The ultimate repository for vintage and old-timer model airplane plans. Thousands of free PDF downloads for builders.
Visit OuterzoneHip Pocket Aeronautics
A fantastic community and plan gallery focused on free-flight, control-line, and vintage model aviation.
Visit HPA GalleryAMA Plans Service
The Academy of Model Aeronautics' official plans service, featuring thousands of designs from decades of model aviation history.
Visit AMA PlansMajor RC Communities
Stunthanger
The premier forum for control-line stunt enthusiasts. A wealth of knowledge on building, finishing, and flying.
Visit StunthangerRC Groups
The largest online community for radio control and model aviation enthusiasts worldwide.
Visit RC GroupsRC Universe
A massive resource for RC news, reviews, and one of the most active classifieds sections in the hobby.
Visit RC UniverseControl Line & Supplies
Brodak Manufacturing
The leading name in control-line model aviation. Kits, engines, and specialized supplies for the CL flyer.
Visit BrodakSIG Manufacturing
A legend in the hobby, providing high-quality balsa, kits, and finishing supplies for generations of builders.
Visit SIGLocal Wisconsin Hubs
Circle Masters Flying Club
Wisconsin's premier control-line flying club. Proudly serving the Milwaukee area and beyond.
Visit Circle MastersRichard Bong State Recreation Area
Primary local site for RC flight, rocketry, and balloons. Features a dedicated Special Use Zone with paved runways.
Park InfoFlying Electrons
Established club in Menomonee Falls. Their Tamarack Airfield is a top-tier facility for planes and helis.
Visit Flying ElectronsMilwaukee RC Association
An umbrella organization for the region, famous for hosting the annual RC Auction & Swap Meet.
Visit MRCARacine R/C Club
An active club in Mount Pleasant with a fantastic flying field and a welcoming community.
Visit Racine RCHiawatha Hobbies
One of Wisconsin's best full-line hobby stores located in Waukesha for all your modeling needs.
Visit Hiawatha HobbiesMARKS RC Club
The Milwaukee Area R/K Society, maintaining established flying sites in the region.
Visit MARKS RCAMA Club Finder
Search the official Academy of Model Aeronautics database for dozens of other clubs across Wisconsin.
Find More Clubs3D Printing & CAD Design
Thingiverse Profile
My public designs repository featuring 3D printable parts, custom brackets, utility mounts, and printer upgrades.
Visit Thingiverse ProfileOnshape CAD Workspace
Cloud-native parametric CAD documents and 3D mechanical assemblies for electronic enclosures, brackets, and model parts.
View Onshape WorkspaceEnder 3 & OctoPrint Setup
Upgraded Creality Ender 3 running an OctoPrint print server for web monitoring, automated timelapses, and telemetry.
OctoPrint ProjectOpenSCAD Parametric Models
Programmatic, code-driven 3D modeling using OpenSCAD for precise geometric parts and customizable electronic housings.
Explore OpenSCADSherline Precision Machining
Precision micro-machining with Sherline miniature lathes, vertical milling column, and rotary table attachments.
Explore Sherline SetupElectronics Test Bench
Bench setup with RigExpert, Tektronix TDS540, NanoVNA, Saleae Logic, PicoScope, Heathkit VTVM & Power Supply.
View Test Equipment