Yes, it is electric. I have used carbon rods as shown in MinnFlyer's picture.
Sorry, there is no chance that I am slowing down [:-] Half of the joy I get is from the fact that I probably have the fastest Wild Hawk in world at the moment.

And even if it breaks into a million pieces, I can buy a new one down the street for 79 dollars.
I have a (5.2mm) x 31.5 carbon rod running through the wings, one running through the fuse, and one running through the horizontal stab, along with the carbon reinforcements shown above in the picture.
I'm having a blast with this thing!
Thanks again!
P.S. Can someone suggest a high speed foamy that isn't too small? My eyes aren't the best.