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Old 09-23-2014, 03:27 AM
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Does yellow aircraft still excist ?

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Old 09-23-2014, 03:50 AM
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Yes they do. Mostly only to support the aircraft that are flying. They are not making new kits anymore. Once they sell what they have in stock its parts only. Sucks
Old 09-23-2014, 04:13 AM
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How do i get i touch with them?
No responce on Fax.
Do they have an Email adres were they can be reached?
Old 09-23-2014, 05:28 AM
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That's not correct as I understand they will not stock but kits will be available on specific oreder.
Old 09-23-2014, 04:34 PM
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Originally Posted by gunradd
Yes they do. Mostly only to support the aircraft that are flying. They are not making new kits anymore. Once they sell what they have in stock its parts only. Sucks
I was under the impression that they were just not longer going to be stocking the F-18 Twin in the USA any longer. I have not seen anything regarding the other airframes yet though.
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Give Charles the owner a call and ask him. What he told me is hes not bringing anymore containers over anymore. Hes going to retire soon. Hes got plenty of parts and can still get us parts but no more airframes. Once he sells what he has on hand that's it. I think he still had a few F15s left not sure on other airframes.


Originally Posted by ChicoFlyer
I was under the impression that they were just not longer going to be stocking the F-18 Twin in the USA any longer. I have not seen anything regarding the other airframes yet though.
Old 09-23-2014, 06:11 PM
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Originally Posted by gunradd
Give Charles the owner a call and ask him. What he told me is hes not bringing anymore containers over anymore. Hes going to retire soon. Hes got plenty of parts and can still get us parts but no more airframes. Once he sells what he has on hand that's it. I think he still had a few F15s left not sure on other airframes.
VERY SAD for the RC community. They are great aircraft
Old 09-23-2014, 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by gunradd
Give Charles the owner a call and ask him. What he told me is hes not bringing anymore containers over anymore. Hes going to retire soon. Hes got plenty of parts and can still get us parts but no more airframes. Once he sells what he has on hand that's it. I think he still had a few F15s left not sure on other airframes.
Dang, well if that's the case... Glad I got an F-16 when I did then! I was hoping to do a nice warbird at some time.
Old 09-24-2014, 01:28 AM
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Originally Posted by gunradd
Give Charles the owner a call and ask him. What he told me is hes not bringing anymore containers over anymore. Hes going to retire soon. Hes got plenty of parts and can still get us parts but no more airframes. Once he sells what he has on hand that's it. I think he still had a few F15s left not sure on other airframes.
As i understood they had one big F18 left, in witch i was very interested. Further more i was in need for a new landinggear for my f16.
But no responce on fax/PM from YA.
The same from there main dealer (shaun?)
Old 09-24-2014, 01:44 AM
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Does Yellow Aircraft Still get the Fibre Glass work done by FUNKEY??

I have an NIB Tomcat and wouldn't mind one of the Big F/A-18's!! They are amazing kits!!
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Originally Posted by tisdall_80
Does Yellow Aircraft Still get the Fibre Glass work done by FUNKEY??
Yes. So hopefully some one will take it over when Charles retires. For those that don't know FUNKEY makes the kits. The problem is getting them shipped to the US.
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If you cant get Shawn then try Charles himself at yellow aircraft. You need to call him he does not do email.

YELLOW AIRCRAFT International
10-E Roessler Rd., Woburn, MA 01801, USA
Tel: (781) 935-9868 • Fax: (781) 935-9828
Business Hours: Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm EST


Originally Posted by Bruintje
As i understood they had one big F18 left, in witch i was very interested. Further more i was in need for a new landinggear for my f16.
But no responce on fax/PM from YA.
The same from there main dealer (shaun?)
Old 09-24-2014, 02:08 AM
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Pfffff old skool

THX
I will try phone him
Old 09-29-2014, 02:55 PM
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I recently got an email back from Charles saying the I can still purchase an F4 Phantom kit.. I'm just waiting to hear back to see whether it is epoxy or polyester..
Old 09-30-2014, 05:28 AM
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Strange.
But the problem is solved.
When i have good money to spend, i dont want to wait a week(s) to get a responce from the seller.
I rather spend my money elsewhere, where they do respond on fax/PM//or email.
Old 09-30-2014, 02:17 PM
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Charles has always pick up the phone when I've called for parts.
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I wish they would build a big 1/5 F-15 like the ARF YA used to sell. I hate the E models with the saddle bag tanks.
Old 10-01-2014, 06:47 AM
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Originally Posted by 757Driver
I wish they would build a big 1/5 F-15 like the ARF YA used to sell. I hate the E models with the saddle bag tanks.
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Old 10-01-2014, 06:35 PM
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Hi,

I admit I haven't been on RCU much as I'm still recovering (or trying to, at least) from my recent surgeries. I'm still here, and still proud to provide excellent customer service at any hour and on weekends with my direct cell number published (something Charles has never offered those who insist on 'going direct'). My information is accurate, and my expertise on the product is the best available for any modeler or potential customer who wants to pick up the phone and give me a call. You'll definitely get better information on our current state than you're getting here, too, btw.

Thanks for your continued support over the years and especially now while I'm recovering.
619-944-7574
Old 10-01-2014, 10:07 PM
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Get well!
Sucks when life gets in the way but it can't be helped. Hope you have a speedy recovery.

So are the f-15 or F-22 ARF's an option any longer?
Old 10-03-2014, 08:09 AM
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Jason,

Thanks, buddy. Nope, not an option any longer. No more F-22's at all and only a few more F-15 kits in stock. I'll post an announcement later today.
Old 12-15-2014, 09:48 PM
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Originally Posted by tisdall_80
I recently got an email back from Charles saying the I can still purchase an F4 Phantom kit.. I'm just waiting to hear back to see whether it is epoxy or polyester..

Hey,

Did you end up getting a Phantom?
Old 12-16-2014, 01:47 AM
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Hey Shaun,
I'd like to order some F4 parts. Are they available?

ALL METAL NOSE STRUT WITH FUNCTIONAL OLEO STRUT ACTION...........F421
MACHINED ALUMINUM HEAVY DUTY ELEVATOR ARMS...........PAIR F4631
PLUG IN WING SPAR SYSTEM (2 PAIRS REQUIRED)...........PAIR A2001LW

Thanks,
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Old 12-16-2014, 02:29 AM
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Hi Guys
If its of interest I just happen to have an untouched Yellow Aircraft F4 kit up in my loft, its a kit only "no U/C or retracts" but as far as I can see its complete.
I've kind of lost interest in it now as now I tend to fly larger jets so the F4 is up for grabs assuming there's a market for it.
Don't forget I'm UK based so although I can box it up shipping to the USA or Down-Under might be prohibitive.

I've also got a YA F16 that although its been started (not by me) It dose has the fancy scale UC but the whole thing needs a little attention.

For Byron fans (no pun intended) there's also an unstated Byron F16 and a started Byron Mig 15 .

All these airframes were acquired
in moments of nostalgia but few if any of these ICDF kits are likely to get built in my life time so are all up for grabs.

Mark V

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Old 12-16-2014, 12:25 PM
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Myers,

Those parts are all available. The nose strut is out of stock, but can be ordered for you. The other parts are in stock and can go out right away.

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