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E-flite Albatros D.Va 25E ;e latest in E-flite’s Platinum Series, this built-up W W I fighter will definitely be a knockout on any flightline. Intended for an electric 25 to 32 motor, the Albatros comes with shock-absorbing landing gear with scale wheels, top and bottom plug-in wings with carbon-fiber wing tube, molded dummy engine and machine gun, wire rigging and optional pull-pull controls, a painted aluminum spinner, painted pilot figure and a varnished wood tailskid. Need the ultimate in scale? Add the optional cockpit. e-fliterc.com | $329.99

E-flite UMX MiG 15 BNF

Featuring the AS3X micro stabilization system for ultra-smooth and precise flight characteristics, this micro jet comes with a 28mm Delta-V EDF system installed and includes a 2S LiPo and fast charger. Removeable landing gear and scale detailing and graphics add to its great looks. ;e BNF MiG requires a 4-channel DSM2- or DSMX-compatible transmitter.

e-fliterc.com | $169.99

Hitec X4 Plus With a built-in 22-amp AC power supply, this easy-to-use charger has four identical and independent 50-watt power outputs that can each handle a 6S LiPo, 15 Ni-Cd/NiMH or 6-12V lead acid pack. Its twin fan cooling system is controlled by internal sensors for the ultimate in e;ciency. ;e X4 Plus can be controlled by your PC, and it can be attached to a 12V car battery or an 11-15V DC power supply. hitecrcd.com | $229.99

Aeroworks Freestyle Extra 260 ;e first in its Quick Build LIght series, this aerobat was designed specifically for electric power. ;is 52-inch-span model comes fully built and covered, including a premounted cowl and wheel pants, quick-release canopy and a large battery tray. Inboard and outboard side-force generators, carbon-fiber landing gear and non-flex carbon-fiber control horns make this a top-of-the-line 3D flyer. Intended for a Hacker A30-12XL or Torque 2814T/820 motor, the Extra can be assembled in as little as six hours. aero-works.net | $289.95

Alien Aircraft P-51D Mustang

All laser-cut, precision-fit wood parts and tab-and-notch construction make this kit an enjoyable project. It comes with full-size plans, high-quality hardware, a formed canopy, bent landing-gear wires and two sheets of decals.