Hello Brian,

Thanks for your comments. It has also been very interesting reading all the other comments and opinions from everyone else.

Please remember that my reasons for starting this thread was NOT to brand-bash, and certainly NOT to cause animosity and fighting amongst fellow modelers. Remember, at the end of the day we all share the same interest . I also have a considerable amount of respect for other brands of radio BUT, I do love JR equipment and will remain totally 100% loyal and dedicated to them (I hope). My intentions were simply to hear other peoples opinion on JR marketing strategy (why the silence), and what we can look forward to in the future.

I think that most of you out there will agree on the following:

1. JR JAPAN should consider a dedicated website separate from Horizon Hobby. The product codes are different in the US compared to the rest of the World. Example, the 8611 in the US is a 8511 elsewhere.

2. Whether you fly $16'000 USD jets or $14'000 USD TOC aircraft, you are still faced with the same problem. Both types of aircraft may require 14+ channels (which the JR 10x cannot accommodate), and you get tired of all the multi-boxes. You simply run out of options.

3. An answer from JR regarding their NEW Flagship Radio would be appreciated.

So I will now put this to rest now and then wait patiently.

Happy landings,

Darryl