All the aircraft on this page were designed by Captain Dennis and the Litespeed crew. Below we’ve included information about the plains with some of the real life model’s history. On the right of each plane you can see the detailed specifications of the RC models.
Wright Flyer III
The 1905 Wright Flyer III was the third powered aircraft by the Wright Brothers. It was built during the winter of 1904-1905. Orville Wright made the first flight on June 23, 1905, and it was considered the first practical airplane. The aircraft pictured here is the Litespeed Airshow demonstration replica and was carefully crafted by our own Tom Vintaloro. It is powered by two small geared electric DC motors turning 5.5″ propellers. The model flies very realistic and is a perfect representation of the how the real airplane flew.
| Wright Flyer Specs | |
| Wingspan: | 20″ |
| Length: | 19″ |
| Weight: | 4 oz |
| Top Speed: | 15 mph |
| Power Plant: | Geared Brushed DC Motor |
| Radio: | Spektrum iX12 using 3 channels |
| Battery: | 1S – 3.7 Volt 200 mah |
| Manufacturer: | Litespeed |
B29
The famous 4 engine B29 Superfortress Enola Gay named after Enola Gay Tibbets, the mother of the pilot, Colonel Paul Tibbets. On 6 August 1945, during the final stages of World War II, it became the first aircraft to drop an atomic bomb. This aircraft was built by Litespeed’s team pilot Nathan Myers. Nathan meticulously crafted this all foam version for our WW2 segment of our airshow. In the demonstration the flight over the pacific ocean is reenacted including the dropping of the first Atomic Bomb. The B29 adds to the historical timeline of the invention of the airplane and its significance in its development.
| B29 | |
| Wingspan: | 45″ |
| Length: | 34″ |
| Weight: | 8.5 oz |
| Motor: | 14-19g brushless Out-runner |
| Flight Components: | 4-11g Servos |
| Radio: | Spektrum iX12/RX 6100e |
| Battery: | 2s 250mah lipo |
| Manufacturer: | Litespeed |
F-22 Raptor Racer
The Racing F22 Raptors are highly developed light weight EPP foam jets. These amazingly durable Jets race around the gym in the colorful “Boys vs Girls” paint schemes. The first to 25 laps takes the checkered flag. Exciting to watch as they battle it out to the checkered flag.
| F-22 Raptor Racer | |
| Wingspan: | 16.5″ |
| Length: | 24″ |
| Weight: | 4 oz |
| Pop: | 3″ |
| Power Plant: | 12mm brushless in-runner (rpm 26,000) |
| Radio: | Spektrum DX6e/RX 6100e |
| Battery: | 1S – 3.7 Volt 200 mah |
| Manufacturer: | Litespeed |
F-35
The Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II is a family of single-seat, single-engine, all-weather, stealthmultirole combat aircraft, designed for ground-attack and air-
The NORDAM F35 is used in the Litespeed Airshow’s “Present day” history segment. In this segment the boys race the girls in a very exciting 13 lap race. The NORDAM company manufactures parts for the F35, so we thought it would fun to campaign their company representing the boys in the jet race.
The F35 was designed and built by Litespeed’s own Capt. Dennis.
| F-35 | |
| Wingspan: | 27″ |
| Length: | 38″ |
| Weight: | 11 oz |
| Powerplant: | 45mm 8 Blade fan 49,500 rpm |
| Material: | EPP |
| Radio: | Spektrum iX12/RX 6100e |
| Battery: | 3s 1000mah |
| Manufacturer: | Litespeed |
SR-71
The Lockheed SR-71 “Blackbird” is a long-range, high-altitude, Mach 3+ strategic reconnaissance aircraft that was operated by the United States Air Force from 1964 to 1998. American aerospace engineer Clarence “Kelly” Johnson was responsible for many of the design’s innovative concepts. During aerial reconnaissance missions, the SR-71 operated at high speeds and altitudes to allow it to outrace threats. If a surface-to-air missile launch were detected, the standard evasive action was simply to accelerate and outfly the missile. A total of 32 aircraft were built; 12 were lost in accidents with none lost to enemy action. Since 1976, it has held the world record for the fastest air-breathing manned aircraft at 2,193 mph and world record altitude of 85,069 feet.
The SR-71 Is the iconic aircraft know as the “BlackBird”. It is used exclusively for the Litespeed Airshow’s “Cold War” segment. The airplane was designed and hand crafted by Litespeed’s own Capt. Dennis.
| SR-71 | |
| Wingspan: | 25.5″ |
| Length: | 47.5″ |
| Weight: | 13.5 oz |
| Powerplant: | 2 x 40mm 8 Blade fan 45,000 rpm |
| Material: | EPP |
| Radio: | Spektrum iX12/RX 6100e |
| Battery: | |
| Manufacturer: | Litespeed |
