Some of the earliest model airplane kits date back to as early as 1910. They retailed for $4 to $6 which was a substantial amount of money considering that the average working-class salary was $20 to $25 per week. Model airplanes were obviously toys for rich children as the average family would never be able to afford them.
People use model airplanes because they like airplanes or the look of them.
Model ships were popular before WW2; after WW2, model airplanes, especially rubber band powered airplanes, then fuel (engine) powered model planes became popular. Children also enjoyed collecting scrap metal, knitting and, "spying",
The Wright brothers Wright model A was the US Army's first aircraft in 1908.
The hobby of buying kits and building toy cars became popular in the 1950's. The hobby of collecting miniature automobiles became popular with adults in 1970.
One can purchase older plastic model airplanes from many different stores. Some examples of stores with older plastic model airplanes include HobbyLinc and eBay.
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Bernard C. Friedman has written: 'Model airplanes' -- subject(s): Airplanes, Models 'The how book for the model airplane maker' -- subject(s): Airplanes, Models
Airplanes were made by the Wright Brothers, in 1899 they started to develop the model of the plane. They first made a successful flight over the sands of Kitty Hawk December 17, 1903.
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You can purchase model RC RFT airplanes online by visiting http://searchrc.horizonhobby.com. The prices for these plains range from $75.00 and up. Enjoy your model.
RC model airplanes are just one of the styles and various brands of radio controlled models. For a selection of RC flying machines complete with pictures check out http://www.nitroplanes.com for RC model airplanes, jets and helicopters.
Yes you can buy model rc airplanes at hobby stores. If you are looking for a specific model or if you want to go in person to a hobby store, it might be a little more difficult.