Motion RC Knowledge blog

Motion RC Knowledge blog

Motion RC is your trusted number one hobby shop to take off and hit the horizon. You will find radio controlled model airplanes suited for every skill level, from Beginner to Intermediate to Advanced and Expert. Whether you’re looking for your first electric RC airplane and need expert advice, or are a frequent flyer wanting to personalize your favorite EDF jet, you have come to the right place!

We carry a wide selection of RC electric airplanes, RC helicopters, and multirotor drones, in addition to Lipo batteries, gyros, FPV cameras, and tools for your Remote Control hobby. Seaplanes, EDF jets, 3D acrobatics, biplanes, racer airplanes, and warbirds; our huge online selection features something for every RC plane lover at any skill level and budget. Do you just want to pick your favorite plane and takeoff? Our Ready-to-Fly (RTF) aircraft make it easy for you: Charge the included battery, assemble the aircraft, bind it to the included radio, and you’ll be flying! Bind your provided radio to our Ready-to-Bind (RTB) aircraft to save time and money.

Our affordable line of Almost-Ready-to-Fly (ARF) aircraft gives you the flexibility to outfit your aircraft at your own pace. For pilots with their own radio transmitter, battery, and charger, our Plug-N-Play (PNP) format is the most popular for the ultimate in affordability.

Not every flight is a smooth one and should your Electric or Gas RC plane ever need repairs, we have you covered there, too. Our full line of spare parts from Top Brands like Freewing, Skynetic, Flightline, Nexa, Black Horse and XK Innovations allows you a worry-free ride, and our electronics and RC accessories are the perfect match for your aviation passion! Did your canopy hatch or propeller break, or are the lights or retracts on your EDF jet not working anymore? Upgrading for higher speed or rebuilding a crash? You’ll find all you need in our huge selection of replacement parts. If you ever need an expert to point you in the right direction, contact our team of Motion RC airplane technicians! Our Customer Support is the best in the business. Use the filter menu on the left to narrow your search results or browse our entire RC model airplane catalog below.

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    Customer service

    Posted 11/04/2021

    Can I cancel my order after the order has been placed?

    Effective August 15, 2020, Motion RC can no longer accommodate order cancellation requests once an order has entered the fulfillment process.* To support the growing demand for hobby products while...
    Customer service

    Posted 11/04/2020

    I signed up for Back in Stock Notify, but I didn’t get an email when the product came back in stock. Why did this happen?

    I signed up for Back in Stock Notify, but I didn’t get an email when the product came back in stock. Why did this happen? This is a common question...
    Customer service

    Posted 08/15/2020

    Can I add an item to my order after the order has been placed ?

    Unfortunately, it is not possible to add an item to an order once the order has been placed. Here is why: To support the growing demand for hobby products while...
    Customer service

    Posted 08/15/2020

    Can I remove an item from my order after the order has been placed ?

    Unfortunately, it is not possible to remove an item from your order after the order has been placed. Here is why:  To support the growing demand for hobby products while...
    Customer service

    Posted 05/03/2019

    What Payment Methods Are Accepted At Motion RC

    Motion RC accepts the following payment methods: Affirm - New! American Express ATM / Debit Card Discover Card MasterCard PayPal Visa 
    Customer service

    Posted 04/18/2018

    Do you have a gift guide or other list of recommended or best selling products?

    We do not currently have a gift guide for our customers at this time.  Many of our products are reviewed and highlighted in established national publications such as Model Airplane...
    Customer service

    Posted 04/02/2018

    Do prices shown on the website include VAT or Duties?

    All prices on MotionRC.com exclude VAT and import duties. Motion RC does not collect sales tax, VAT, or duties during checkout for international orders. Customers outside of the United States...
    Customer service

    Posted 04/02/2018

    Does Motion RC charge sales tax?

    Only orders shipped to the state of Illinois will be charged 7.5% sales tax at checkout.
    Customer service

    Posted 04/01/2018

    When will product XYZ be back in stock?

    With thousands of products from a multitude of vendors it is very difficult to provide an exact ETA for each product on our website. We understand customers may want to...
    Customer service

    Posted 04/01/2018

    Do you offer same day shipping?

    While Motion RC makes every attempt to ship orders on the same day they are placed, during peak periods we must prioritize the shipment of orders based upon the shipping...
    Customer service

    Posted 04/01/2018

    Super Saver Free Shipping Eligibility

    Super Saver Free Shipping is only available when shipping to an address in the continental United States (48 contiguous states). Areas outside of the continental United States including Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto...
    Customer service

    Posted 04/01/2018

    How much does it cost to ship product XYZ to my destination?

    We offer a shipping rate calculator on the shopping cart page of our website. To get a real-time shipping quote to any global destination follow these simple steps: STEP 1...
    Customer service

    Posted 03/29/2018

    "Hey, Where Did The Product Manuals Go?"

    As of March 2018, we have changed the location of all product owner manuals from their old location in "Quick Links" to a dedicated Support tab.  The Support tab is...
    Customer service

    Posted 03/23/2018

    A Word About Product Reviews

    Recently we have noticed an upswing in customers both existing and potential sending in reviews for aircraft they don't necessarily own.  While we truly appreciate the enthusiasm for the terrific...
    Customer service

    Posted 01/20/2018

    Do you ship to my country / Where does Motion RC ship?

    Motion RC United States ships all products out of its Illinois warehouse to the following global destinations: Asia : India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan,...
    Customer service

    Posted 01/20/2018

    Will you price match company XYZ ?

    As a general rule we do not price match our competitors. Before you dismiss us as being inflexible, please allow us to explain. You see, Motion RC is a very...
    Customer service

    Posted 01/20/2018

    Do you offer any special sales, discounts or coupon codes?

    Sales - We believe that customers should not have to wait for a sale to enjoy the RC hobby, therefore, we price all of our products at very competitive prices...
    Customer service

    Posted 01/20/2018

    How do I check my order status and/or track my package?

    Motion RC provides up to the minute order status and package tracking via our interactive order status page. You can access the order status page by using the link in...
    Customer service

    Posted 01/20/2018

    I placed multiple orders, can you combine my orders and refund my shipping ?

    Our high-speed fulfillment system does not combine multiple orders into a single shipment, therefore, we are paying the full postage cost for every individual order that we ship. Because of...
    Customer service

    Posted 08/21/2017

    Why We Can't Always Provide Spare Part Specs

    The spare parts that we carry are direct replacements for the parent products the manufacturers produce, and the manufacturer does not generally provide specific dimensions for them. Since our Customer Service...

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