RE: NEW F-18 PROP JET
I was at Cermark yesterday and got a look at the new F-18 prop jet. It looks like it should be a nice plane and will probably become a popular model. Randy at Cermark says it is the same length but it 'appears' smaller than the F-16's because the fuselage has less girth and is sleeker. The wings are higher AR, it's lighter, and it's over all less stubby. I would think it would be marginally faster model with the same power compared to the F-16 and nicer on landings.
They also had their new P-51 there and it is a nice looking model. Fiberglass fuselage and built up wings, the detail work and finish is done well. It will likely be a good seller. Motors would be a .90-1.20 2-stroke or small gas/ignition (says Randy). It's a relatively big model.