Ron and Dave catch up after a busy couple of weeks. They talk about the separate interviews with AMA Executive Vice President candidates Phil Tallman and Randy Gibson, why members should hear from both candidates, and how easy it can be to overlook the election information and ballot. The ballot must be postmarked by November 6, 2026.

Ron shares his first experience as Contest Director at Illini Warbirds & Classics, including some memorable aircraft and what he learned behind the scenes. The guys also check out E-flite’s new Micro P-47 Thunderbolt and Dave’s new Strix Shadow Seeker X. They wrap up with an update on the new learning, troubleshooting, calculator, and podcast resources at RCPlaneLab.com.

In This Episode:

00:14 – Ron and Dave catch up

00:54 – AMA EVP candidate interviews and election information

05:40 – Dave’s weekend flying and a confusing fall fly-in

10:30 – Ron’s first time as CD at Illini Warbirds & Classics

21:34 – E-flite’s new Micro P-47 Thunderbolt

24:23 – Dave’s Strix Shadow Seeker X and its first hand launch

33:18 – New resources at RCPlaneLab.com

E-flite Micro P-47 Thunderbolt:

https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/e-flite-micro-p-47-thunderbolt-625mm-bnf-basic-with-as3x-and-safe-select/EFL07050.html

Listen to both candidate interviews, read their statements, and make your own decision. If you have a question, a topic you’d like us to cover, or just want to get in touch, visit https://rcplanelab.com/.

Until next time, may your landings be gentle.