One of my favorite hobbies over the past couple years has been flying radio controlled airplanes. It was a blast to get to fly again with my buddies while I was home, and the snow that was on the ground wasn't going to stop us. In fact, it made it even more fun on the ground. Pictured above is Jesse's plane followed by his dad Larry, coming in for a landing.
We rigged up skis that attached to our landing gear made from plastic water jugs. The lack of friction made taxis on the ground smooth and quick. Here Jesse, the master of the touch-and-go, takes off.
And here Jesse gave a nice pose for me as he came in for a landing. He was carrying enough speed to kill the motor and let it glide ride in. These little guys are made out of a carbon fiber shaft, foam wings, and some electronics to make it work. We literally strap the batteries on with rubber bands.
From the left: Jesse, Larry, Ken. It was time for me to put the camera down and get back to flyin'!
