Guy Builds Amazing R/C Replica of Dutch Orange F-16 Military Fighter Jet

Guy Builds Amazing R/C Replica of Dutch Orange F-16 Military Fighter Jet






The military continues to release engineering and technological marvels, with developments such as the Airbus A400M and the EA-18G Growler allowing for a level of versatility previously not thought possible. These technological wonders do not end with the military, however. Thousands of civilians devote long hours to creating an accurate, working models of the military’s finest aircraft. Such was the case for one dedicate aircraft enthusiast, who built a truly awe-inspiring version of the F-16.

The Amazing 1:4 Scale RC F-16 Fighter Jet

A few years ago, a video of a replica aircraft took the internet by storm. This replica represented the Dutch Orange F-16 Demo, an aircraft known for its impressive aerial maneuvering. Based on the Volkel and Leeuwarden Airbases, this original version of the plane features maneuvers that, although beautiful, are used during standard military operations.
This combination of beauty and practicality makes the Dutch Orange F-16 Demo a particularly enticing project for airplane model enthusiasts. One such enthusiast managed to develop a shockingly accurate version of the plane, built at a scale of 1:4. Unlike the original, which is controlled by a very talented group of pilots from the Netherlands, this model can be flown from the ground with the help of a remote control.
The very same aerial maneuvers for which the original Dutch Orange F-16 Demo is best known are possible with the 1:4 scale model — and without putting any pilots at risk! Since its inception, the model of the Dutch Orange F-16 Demo has been presented at a variety of air shows, consistently capturing the admiration of attendees.
 

The Future Of Model Planes and Other Aircraft

If the wondrous model of the Dutch Orange F-16 Demo is any indication, great things are possible in the modern world of model planes. Remote controlled aircraft possess the exact same capabilities as their larger counterparts, to the extent that, at times, the Federal Aviation Administration struggles to distinguish these models from small unmanned aerial systems, better known by the public as drones. Flown in the wrong location, the use of a model can result in a hefty fine or even worse penalties. Thus, the vast majority of today’s accurate aircraft models can be found at regional, national and international air shows.
Due to their impressive maneuvering capabilities, accurate aircraft models are frequently used in movies and television shows. Computer generated effects are no longer seen as cutting edge, whereas practical effects and miniatures are experiencing a resurgence, thanks, in large part, to the efforts of directors such as J.J. Abrams and Christopher Nolan. The new Star Wars movies are expected to rely on models and miniatures, even more advanced than the aforementioned Dutch Orange F-16 Demo model. Thus, the future of model airplanes is undeniably bright.

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