Boeing 306-C Flying Wing - First Flights

This film features the build and first trim session of the 44" free-flight rubber-powered Boeing 306-C, a twin-pusher flying wing that was an unbuilt, concept design aircraft by Boeing in 1935. The model was inspired by the paintings of Jared Zichek, and the 21" rubber-powered plan of the Boeing 306-B by Pres Burning.
I was given a 36" rubber-powered model of the single engine version, the 306-B, from the estate of the late Dallas Cornelius. I had intended to fly his beautiful model this summer, to give her some air again, but instead, I became inspired to build my own, opting for a larger twin-pusher version, the 306-C.
Inspiration also came from the Lippisch P-13, rubber-powered design by the late, great Don Srull, whose rib designs were employed for this project.
I wanted to keep this model as clean as possible, so I decided to keep the rubber motor contained within the wing via a sheeted rib box. With only an inch of clearance at the high point of the airfoil, I grew concerned for the ability of the motor to fully unwind without bunching, which could then easily alter the flight path. I needed consistency for these twin motors, so it was decided to go a bit shorter with the rubber, than originally intended. Still, the motor is 3X the hook to peg distance. I also used a 1/2" piece of surgical tubing at the prop hook to act as a spacer, which helped to prevent the rubber from climbing the prop shaft.
The model performed well on its first time out, so I'm excited to see her potential as I reach max winds of 1200 turns. Happy man!!
Filmed with a Canon PowerShot SX20, and an iPhone 11Pro & 14Pro on 5.18.23 in Wawayanda, NY. Music by Ben Linwood & Noam Zaguri via ArtList.
Pres Bruning plan of the 21" Boeing 306-B: hallmanstudio.com/Bruning_BOEI...
Photo showing Srull's Lippisch plan & Cornelius's 36" Boeing 306-B: hallmanstudio.com/Lippisch_Boe...
Film of Dallas Cornelius's Boeing 306-B in flight: • Rubber-powered Boeing ...
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[@NateG3678]

This channel never disappoints. You show how amazing our hobby is and why it never gets old.

[@williamrobinson7435]

So THIS is what you've been up to! After a 3 month build, you must be delighted with this result. We rely on you Tom to push the boundaries of possibility and you've certainly come through with this beautiful 44" twin pusher. Simply stunning, and I'm sure I speak for everyone in looking forward so much to seeing more flights with this exceptional plane. Hearty congrats on this huge success! 🌟👍

[@maxfliart]

Yes, William. Ha. Focus was on the build and not making films. Time well spent, as the ship is a dream.

[@tomdurkin7321]

You must tell me how I may acquire a set of the 42 inch plans like in your building video, great job

[@donlawrence1428]

a twin flying wing. That is quite an accomplishment!

[@fierceflyer5]

She’s a beauty, great flights.

[@alfred.g7521]

I fly big rc warbirds, but you just can't beat this level of pure fun and skill.

[@juliobosco4241]

From Argentina. Congratulations dear Max. You are a genius.

[@tomcoryell]

Rubber free flight has to be my favorite form of aircraft modeling. To build a twin engine pusher and to have it fly so well is an impressive accomplishment!

[@maxfliart]

Thx, mine too. Love it.

[@GrotrianSeiler]

Yes, the music and the editing is better than any yoga class. Cheers

[@robertrussellmd]

Your building, trimming, and flying bring joy.

[@nilim9606]

it's always a pleasure to meet you, with models built to perfection.

[@kenkingsflyingmachines2382]

I invariably shake my head and go back to the workshop. What a masterpiece. And your field is perfect. Its taken a few years of watching your videos to figure out that the wind I've been avoiding flying in are thermals. You always teach me something. Thanks!

[@P61guy61]

Excellent. Thank you for posting.

[@glenncarter2126]

Incredible workmanship, very impressive

[@donaldvincent]

Fantastic! Boeing should be filled with envy.

[@robertstark3326]

Absolutely incredibly fantastic!!! The construction, the design of the plane, and those incredible flights.

[@slim1228]

Wow! You're certainly not one to shy away from a challenge - building or flying - are you, Tom? Your twin flying wing is a rare beauty on the ground, but even more so in the air. She should garner some serious bonus points. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@montri399]

Excellent, I'm watching from Thailand.

[@walk4718]

Pretty complex bird but certainly didn’t disappoint 👍👍

[@libmananchannel]

Hello "maxfliart"! Thank you for showing us such a wonderful video! I feel so happy! I'm looking forward to your next work! Have a nice day!

[@michaelgillespie1206]

Yes, that was worth the wait.

[@leonardwilliams8109]

My third time to watch this video. Never get tired of seeing the wing fly!

[@maxfliart]

Thx, Leonard, I never get tired of launching her. She has been a dream.

[@pcj3405]

Wow! Love seeing the unusual designs being brought to life. What a beautiful flier.

[@RichardTapp1]

Magnificent! What an outstanding achievement!

[@rc166honda]

Beautiful work, absolutely inspirational. Thankyou for building, flying and posting.

[@forkdevil83]

Amazing build, wonderful flights, simply beautiful!

[@pauldonnelly7949]

Beautiful!

[@iscluiscaduk]

Beautiful airplane, beautiful work and beautiful flight!

[@harrykeel8557]

Beautiful.

[@patoconnor1743]

Amazing!!! Thank you!

[@ianashton1593]

Beautiful model, looks superb in the air !

[@nhschreiner]

Your are a true artist. Absolutely beautiful craftsmanship and design. Thank you for sharing.

[@DoyleBlevins]

sweet flying

[@Nigfis]

What an absolutely beautiful video. The build is a thing of beauty in itself but it simply came alive when it felt the wind. Congratulations.

[@funscalemodels9782]

Amazing! Really neat subject and completed to perfection! Another winner

[@Colin_Holloway]

Beautiful model!

[@OldMtnGeezer]

Most excellent! Beautiful build, beautiful flying! Love to see kids in my ... uh ... "age category" still getting a kick out of building & playing with toys! 👍👍👍

[@maxfliart]

Haha...yeah, how did *that* happen so fast?? I still feel the energy & creative passion of a 20 yr old. Thx for the kind words. Glad u enjoyed it.

[@andrewchandler980]

A very bold prototype choice, beautifully built. Hugely impressive last flight.

[@maxfliart]

Thx, Andrew. Felt like a design that just had to be built & flown.

[@archieadamisin5263]

Tom that was amazing. Great work!! I can’t wait to see it!!

[@RubyS.1]

Its beautifully done

[@RickChen]

My heart was touched, it was great!

[@davidwagner6606]

Great stuff. Wonderful video

[@xpump876]

Amazing!

[@scottnix4991]

The opening shot made the hair on the back of my neck stand up and gave me full body goosebumps. Had to play it over and over with the sound cranked up. Another Masterpiece.

[@maxfliart]

Ha....thx. After I saw her safely pass the tripod cam, and I started breathing again, I couldn't wait to see what I'd captured. Couldn't have planned that better if I'd tried. A lucky shot for sure.

[@scottnix4991]

I wish I had had the patience required to trim freeflight models. In my defense, I was building Guillow's models that were apparently made of solid oak. Still in the hobby today, but I build models out of Depron now with micro RC components. It's what I dreamed of when trying to make those Lead Sleds fly. Your Artistry and your skill absolutely amazes me. Great stress reliever. Thank you so much.

[@TAT660X]

Wow 😮 the flight straight over the camera was awesome

[@maxfliart]

Held my breath...any lower and it would've changed the entire day. But I'm glad I got the shot!!

[@pdel303]

spectacular.

[@paulnelson5314]

What a unique design, good flying too! Simply incredible

[@Chris75169]

That's Really Neat ! ! ! Congratulations !

[@Colbert67]

That was a great shot going over the stooge!

[@richardparsons7012]

What a beauty. The woodwork is exceptional as always.

[@larryfisher7056]

Absolutely beautiful.....

[@divyajnana]

now that was a fun video, great job...and...thank you.

[@planker]

Excellent.

[@mahler2112]

Amazing.

[@Kramskybmw]

Beautiful bird!!😍

[@fb4392]

Another masterpiece!

[@Machia52612]

I’ve always been fascinated with the concept ideas of the Aircraft companies especially in the 1930’s era. Watching you bring this concept to life was a lot of fun. Wether you realize it or not, I think you missed your calling as an aeronautical engineer. Perhaps you are! A beautiful build and impressive aerodynamic problem solving.

[@hertzair1186]

Perfect airfield…natural cushion. Very nice job on the construction and flights!

[@maxfliart]

Thx. I was hoping to get there for this trim session before they harvested the field. Looking to do the same this weekend.

[@rc-fannl7364]

Another amazing creation

[@Melw44]

Very pretty! Nice work, and she Flys well! 5hanks for sharing.

[@collinmccallum]

excellent work!

[@jaxrcexplorer]

Kudos! Amazing build and amazing flying! 👍👍👍👍👍

[@Thomas_J_Giraffamann]

Beautiful work Amazing flights 👍🏼

[@robc5296]

All you models look and fly amazing - you truly have a gift.

[@VolareProducts]

SPECTACULAR, Tom!

[@maxfliart]

Thx, George! No cams on this one...but I wonder if she can handle another 20g at the CG?... That would be wild!!

[@johnmajane3731]

Just incredible, this is where art meets engineering. An incredible model and it flies so well! Thanks for sharing.

[@nellinecronje6911]

Some beautiful flights from a challenging (but rewarding) subject.

[@TheFlytechguy]

Masterful!

[@truenaturestormers2525]

So cool, I love the plane.

[@DJAYPAZ]

A most enjoyable video. The close up stills of the flying wing are excellent as are your model making skills. Thumb up !

[@stephensowell9578]

That was what I wanted to say: fantastic. I do not recollect seeing anything about the Boeing 306-C, but it looks nice and flies well. I loved it.

[@XXfea]

WOW 🎉🎉🎉. Thank you!

[@Watchingthevideos99]

Fantastic Tom. What a great project.

[@maxfliart]

Thx, John.

[@HobiCerdas]

The Best ❤❤❤

[@sylvainponchelet4188]

amazing man !!! so nice this plane . Thanck you for this moment of emotion .

[@rcbloke626]

What a beautiful model. The joy of flight never fades. Once again thank you sir for sharing these moments with us. You truly are an artist.

[@bernardscott9757]

A joy to watch. Congratulations!

[@maxfliart]

Thx, Bernard. I see more potential in this ship.

[@patriciosilva1969]

Fabulous and inpiring, like all of your other planes. Thank you for bringing joy. I can't stop thinking in that these creatures are so fragile and strong at the same time. The structural design work and the construction workmanship itself are admirable.

[@thomashiggins4923]

It's good to have you back, Tom - you haven't posted for a long time. That's an amazing plane and you have it flying beautifully. Thanks. Tom (from France).

[@calamarmou1055]

Si le visionnage était payant, ce serait remboursé par la sécurité social !!🤩

[@maxfliart]

Thx, I'm glad u enjoyed the effort from these past few months. Can't wait to fly her again.

[@philipbrailey]

Nice model.

[@primogirotto6672]

I miei più sinceri complimenti per le tue realizzazioni che sono meravigliose e dimostrano le tue grandi capacità costruttive, non che la fantasia nelle forme.

[@maxfliart]

Grazie! Il modello è stato una sfida da costruire, ma ho imparato molto sulla balsa e sul volo di modelli insoliti.

[@primogirotto6672]

@@maxfliart Una sfida molto ben riuscita, essendo io un realizzatore di riproduzioni di aere per un museo, ti garantisco che i complimenti sono poca cosa nel vedere le tue creazioni. Io mi incanto quando vedo cose così ben riuscite, spero di vederne ancora. Un grande saluto.

[@zioeddy3338]

Fantastico 🎉 bravo modellista ☮️

[@dginia]

Masterful, to my notion. Love your lighting techniques, too.

[@maxfliart]

Thx. That morning light is irresistible

[@CliffHarveyRCPlanes]

Excellent and awe inspiring Tom, nice 👍

[@maxfliart]

Thx, Cliff. I'm still smiling.

[@johngunther6333]

The artistry, craftsmanship, tuning, tweaking, and success of these builds boggle my mind!

[@bokusimondesu]

Absolutely beautiful build and flight. I did hold my breath for a second there, on the sixth flight, when it stalled. 😊

[@maxfliart]

Same here. But I was pleased to see her ability to recover, a few times. More stable than I ever imagined.

[@YogawithSelina]

Nice video & Good job!

[@jacobdavidcunningham1440]

cool design

[@mpojr]

well done

[@RcAircraft]

Very very nice 👍

[@henrikdagil3684]

Beautifull design

[@card_stock_gliders]

The time lapse of the shadows on the wing construction is a brilliant shot!

[@maxfliart]

Thx. I love that morning light in the kitchen, where I build.

[@Vladancz]

Well done Tom! You always build something original and interesting!

[@maxfliart]

Thx. At this time in my life, I'm enjoying the challenge of an unusual ship. It's a pleasure to fly something that's rarely modeled.

[@flightsimulator6368]

毎回，大変興味深い内容の動画をアップしていただきありがとうございます。今回も素晴らしいものでした。

[@maxfliart]

ありがとう！ 映画をお楽しみいただければ幸いです。

[@Glicksman1]

Great conception, great execution. Wonderful build and finish. Masterful trimming session resulting in such great flights. I'm in awe of your skill and knowledge, and your application of it in creating this unique model airplane. This and you are what our hobby is all about.

[@maxfliart]

Thx. It was a rewarding day. I'll never forget it.

[@Glicksman1]

@@maxfliart Thank you for sharing ii with us.

[@scottfw7169]

Pass over camera at 4:54 was pretty cool.

[@davidholmgren659]

I remember being entranced by the smaller one when it appeared on your show... And now this one is wonderful! Exquisite structural workmanship with attention to detail that is superior. The airplane flies really well... Great job and great presentation.

[@f4udhorn]

Mind-numbingly Fantastic! Only you could achieve this, Tom! Huzzah!

[@maxfliart]

Thx, Duke. It was a memorable build for sure. Only wish some of our FF heroes were still around to see it.

[@bernardogrobeisenweingersz9768]

Really amazing congratulations

[@maxfliart]

Thx, Bernardo.

[@jonfife3637]

Bravo my friend, bravo

[@Flybrei]

Nice 👍