Phoenix Model – Brand Overview

Phoenix Models is a leading name in radio-controlled aircraft manufacturing, renowned for producing high-quality Almost-Ready-To-Fly (ARF) models with exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail. Established in 1991 and headquartered in Vietnam, Phoenix Models combines decades of experience in design, manufacturing, and flight testing to deliver aircraft that excel in realism, reliability, and flying enjoyment. The brand is trusted worldwide for its sport and scale aircraft, while gradually expanding into 3D freestyle, jets, and glider markets.

Phoenix Models differentiates itself through:

• Unmatched Scale and Sport Detail: Aircraft are crafted with extraordinary attention to realism, from canopy interiors to surface finishes.
  

• Decades of Expertise: Over 30 years of hands-on manufacturing and flight-testing ensures dependable performance and high-quality standards.
  

• Customer-Centric Design: Every aircraft is designed with pilot satisfaction in mind, balancing ease of assembly, flight reliability, and aesthetic appeal.
  

• Expanding Capabilities: While historically focused on sport and scale aircraft, Phoenix Models is moving into 3D freestyle, jets, and gliders, offering pilots new ways to enjoy advanced aerobatics and high-performance flight.
  

• Innovation and Reliability: Advanced manufacturing techniques, combined with experienced engineers and skilled workers, guarantee precise construction and long-lasting durability.

Sport and Scale:

• 0.25–0.35 i.c: Small, lightweight sport planes and beginner-friendly aerobatic models, Compact, easy-to-handle, ideal for learning, casual flying, or indoor/outdoor practice
  

• 0.46–0.55 i.c: Mid-scale sport and aerobatic models. Offers a balance of performance and manageability, suitable for pilots progressing from beginner to intermediate level

• 20cc: Entry-level giant-scale sport and aerobatic platforms. Introduces pilots to giant-scale flying, providing extra authority and stability without being overwhelming
  
• 26–30cc:Advanced sport and aerobatic models, mid-size giant-scale planes. Higher performance for precision aerobatics and aggressive manoeuvres, ideal for intermediate to advanced pilots

• 35cc: Large-scale aerobatic and sport aircraft Provides high power for aggressive aerobatics, smooth vertical performance, and enhanced post-stall control
  

• 40–50cc: Giant-scale sport and aerobatic platforms. Maximum presence in the air, excellent authority, and precision for serious aerobatic pilots
  

• 60cc: Top-tier giant-scale aircraft for extreme aerobatic flyingDelivers unmatched power, control, and stability for competition-level or high-energy 3D manoeuvres.

Aerobatic:

• 60" Class: A popular mid-size category offering an ideal balance between portability and performance. These aircraft provide excellent stability, strong presence in the air, and are well-suited for high-powered electric setups.

• 67" Class: Larger electric models that bridge the gap between mid-size and giant-scale aircraft, delivering increased authority, smoother flight characteristics, and enhanced visibility.

• 70"–78" Class: Entry-level giant-scale aircraft that introduce pilots to large-airframe performance while remaining manageable in size, setup, and transport.

• 85"–91" Class: A highly popular giant-scale category that offers outstanding balance, power potential, and precision, favoured by experienced sport and advanced aerobatic pilots.

• 100"–110" Class: Large, commanding aerobatic platforms designed for serious pilots seeking maximum stability, authority, and competition-level performance.