RC plane building class in FrederictonDesign. Build.
Take to the sky.
An advanced program for students ready to think like aeronautical engineers. They design a plane, build the airframe, install the radio control system — and fly what they made.
Age requirement
Ages 13+
Schedule
1 session per week
Materials
Training kit provided
First class
Free trial — no obligation
What you'll learn
Real skills,
built by hand.
Principles of aeronautics
Lift, drag, thrust and weight — and how wing shape makes flight possible.
Design thinking
Sketching, measuring and planning an airframe before a single cut is made.
Mechanical build skills
Cutting, shaping and assembling a strong, light airframe.
RC systems
Servos, receivers, transmitters and control surfaces — and how they work together.
The journey
From first session
to finished build.
- 1 session per week
- Training kit provided
- Expert instruction
- Build a flying RC plane
- For students ready for a challenge
- 01
Why planes fly
Aerofoils, lift and the forces acting on an aircraft.
- 02
Design your plane
Plan wingspan, fuselage and tail with simple calculations.
- 03
Build the airframe
Cut, shape and assemble the wings, body and tail.
- 04
Install RC electronics
Fit the motor, servos, receiver and battery.
- 05
Balance & checks
Find the centre of gravity and test every control surface.
- 06
Maiden flight
Take your plane outside for its first flight.
Parent questions
RC Plane Making
FAQ.
Something else on your mind? Call (506) 897-1311 or see the full FAQ.
What age is RC Plane Making for?
RC Plane Making is for ages 13+. If you're not sure it's the right fit, book a free trial class and we'll help you choose.
Does my child need any experience?
No. Our curriculum is designed for all skill levels, and every student starts with the basics before building.
How often are classes?
One session per week, at RoboFlight, 50 Crowther Ln, Suite 140, Fredericton.
Do we need to buy a kit or tools?
No. A training kit and all tools are provided for every student.
What will my child build?
A flying remote-controlled plane.
Can we try a class first?
Yes. Your first class is a free trial with no obligation. Book it online in under a minute.
Try RC Plane Making
on us.
Ages 13+. Pick a day and time that suits you. About 1 hour, hands-on, at 50 Crowther Ln, Suite 140, Fredericton.
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