Tony Tan: The beginnings of Pilot RC, new projects and factory tour

11/23/24 • 68 min

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Tony Tan, Pilot-RC’s founder and president, to discuss the journey behind creating one of the most recognized names in RC aviation. We also dive into Pilot-RC’s innovative design process, its cutting-edge projects, and even some unreleased future plans.
Joining us is Ryu Syntuphrom, world-class aerobatic pilot and Pilot-RC’s lead designer and test pilot, who shares his insights into what makes these airplanes perform at the highest level.
Make sure to stick around until the end for an exclusive tour of the brand-new Pilot-RC factory!
Find more about PilotRC at https://pilot-rc.com
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Brendan Gell - Advanced Radio's cutting edge products for RC airplanes

Today I’m chatting with Brendan Gell. Along with his father, Rick, Brendan has been deeply involved in the RC community for decades. Together, they lead Advanced Radio, an Australian company renowned for developing cutting-edge electronic systems and accessories for RC airplanes.
In our conversation, Brendan shares the story of how the company began, the challenges they've faced along the way, and offers an overview into their product line—including exclusive insights on their latest innovations set to hit the market soon.
Advanced Radio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AdvancedRadioRC
Advanced Radio site: https://www.boomarc.com/en/
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Rory Tooley Interview: from simulator to aerobatic success

At just 20 years old, Rory Tooley has already made a name for himself as one of the top freestyle pilots in the world. Starting his journey in RC at the age of five, Rory’s love for aerobatics quickly became evident, driving him to hone his craft both in the air and on the simulator. Representing an impressive roster of sponsors, including Extreme Flight RC and PowerBox, Rory has been part of premier events like the SXFC, Joe Nall, Western Park, and the Tucson Aerobatic Shootout.
In this episode, Rory shares his journey from growing up immersed in the RC world thanks to his father’s influence, to diving into freestyle aerobatics and designing custom planes for simulators. We dive into his approach to creating routines, his insights on the differences in flying styles across countries, and the unique challenges of flying in different conditions. Rory also talks about his setup and shares tips for getting sponsorships.
If you’re a fan of precision flying, extreme aerobatics, or just great RC stories, you won’t want to miss this conversation!
Find Rory's Realflight models here: https://forums.realflight.com/index.php?members/rory_rc_tooley.116214/#resources
Rory Tooley's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RoryTRC/
Rory's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RoryRCTooley
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