ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT RC DOUGLAS C-124-2 GLOBEMASTER

[@skadar]

Absolutely phenomenal! I have been flying R/C for 30 years, and this is the first model that I have seen that appears to fly in a truly scale manner. It looks AMAZING in flight. All R/C aircraft should fly like this. Simply astonishing. Well done.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Wow, thank you for your kind comment which I really appreciate. Thomas converted the actual speed ratio, which his radio then displays. That's why he can fly the model at a true-to-scale speed.

[@dcolb121]

Yes, truly amazing.

[@royjohnson2384]

That was amazing. Nice job building and flying.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

​@@royjohnson2384 ... many thanks 😊👍🏼

[@rustyATV]

My first though, too. In the air it LOOKED real. The actual size is surprising as well!

[@sojourner57]

What is totally AWESOME about this RC plane is that it flies at a scale SPEED. This has been one of my biggest gripes about RC modeling over the years. This thing simply looks COOL floating through the sky, and one can imagine it being real (except for the sound of course.) Well done!

[@Kalkaekie]

I have never seen a more realistic RC model flight !! Expert piloting !! A joy to watch !!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you for your kind comment which I really appreciate. 🤗

[@johngillon6969]

The camera man deserves some praise, not to take away from the builder, pilot. This is the most beautiful video of a model airplane i can remember.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you so much for your kind comment which I really appreciate !!!

[@raymond7880]

Actually the speed is just right. Gentle majestic progress through the skies. No manic Mach 1 speeds

[@Nlangkirby135]

Looks true to scale in terms of speed if you ask me.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Yes. This was the goal of the builder.

[@johnathansmith9059]

Yeah this plane was not built to "dive bomb" by any means lol

[@mikentx57]

Agreed. I saw one fly as a kid and it seemed to fly so very slow. I called it "The Blimp with Wings"

[@sjgerber]

Exactly - guys build marvellous models and then don't fly them to scale.

[@robertkendall1343]

you would almost swear its filled with helium ...... so gracefully flown....... PERFECTION

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

No helium used. Have a look here >>> www.rc-network.de/threads/globemaster-c-124-ma%C3%9Fstab-1-9-von-thomas-maier.682445/page-4

[@dginia]

Never thought I would apply the word “majestic” to a Globemaster. The extreme light weight finally allows a model to approach scale speed in flight. The beauty of the reflective skin attests to the quality of construction and finishing. Brilliant!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you for your great comment and compliments which I really appreciate. 🙂

[@50buttfish]

"OLD SHAKEY" is what my dad called them; he was a flight engineer on C-124s.

[@Meatball2022]

Absolutely true. Looks even more realistic while in air due to lower airspeed in relation to the size. Truly beautiful

[@sledawgpilot]

@@50buttfish I read a book called that. It’s on Amazon and it was by an engineer. Toughest job on the plane!

[@johnryan3797]

All it needs now is sound of Pratt and Whitney WaspMajor... Well done

[@MagnumOpusSRT]

Finally, an RC pilot who can fly a scale plane smooth and controlled like a it’s full-size counterpart.

[@DennisRobart]

Especially when it can remind you of childhood views of this type aircraft flying in and out of the nearby AF base.😊😊😊😊

[@sammysouth8372]

the fact that it’s so light makes the flying look so scale

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Yes. This was the goal of the builder.

[@surgemeister01]

@@RCScaleAirplanes mission accomplished. Just needed a little exhaust smoke from the motors when it was flying away with the sun reflecting off of it, would have been the ultimate. Kudos for a fine looking bird, and a perfect flight.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

@@surgemeister01 yeah. That would be awesome, but considering the weight limit of 5 kg there's no space for additional weight.

[@briangeiger9307]

This is the new direction in scale RC flight. Realistic flying. You have models that are beautiful, but they fly like a bee jerking around in the sky. Real airplane has different lift to mass ratio that they don't jerk around like a bee. This is getting close to perfect. Seems like it needs a little more inertia. More mass at front and tail end of the plane so it does not pitch so fast.

[@rossguidotti8341]

Absolutely beautiful.. Nice job!

[@briandugan4974]

That is one of the most realistic flights I have ever seen by a radio controlled aircraft.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

You're absolutely right. It looks so real. 😍

[@covercalls88]

A majestic flier. So realistic at cruising speed. So much like my C47 at 2/3 throttle making a pass over the runway. Proof the hobby isn't all high speed.

[@Tirana44]

That is one of the most realistic models I’ve ever seen! The way the flying was done, made the realism effect even greater. Much kudos to you!

[@radamus210]

That has got to be the closest to scale appearing flight I've ever seen. Outstanding! Takes a select day to fly, but it looks amazing.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you very much for your kind comment. You're right that this model can be flown at no wind condition only.

[@meofnz2320]

Exactly what I came to say.

[@vol244]

I've seen a lot of scale R/C models of a high quality, but this is just superb to watch and like others have commented, the light weight allows the model to fly at speeds proportionate to it's scale which is a rare quality, making the total effect look as close to the real thing as possible. A real credit to the model builder and very much appreciated to see!

[@taofledermaus]

Very cool! Looks very gentle to fly, just on windless day!

[@JonesingUSAF]

Yo! Taofledermaus in the haus! Build this and put your 12ga on it!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

@@JonesingUSAF to take the Globemaster down, he might need a semi automatic gun. 😉🤙🏼

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you for your kind comment. You're right. It can be flown on windless conditions only.

[@sergeant816]

Well Taofledermaus fancy seeing you here.. :)

[@dixiefallas7799]

Brilliant!🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@waltersistrunk4200]

That looks great. It enables a more scale speed being extra light. I was an airevac crew member on this airplane in the seventies. It had a floor which could be lowered into place making it have a second deck. The clamshell doors in the front were a unique feature as well. Eight thousand unpressurized feet and one hundred ninety knots airspeed. We were never in a hurry. Flew back from the Azores one winter against a cold front. To save gas the cabin heaters were turned off. They ran on fuel. Twelve frozen hours.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

WOW. That's an amazing adventure you've had. One day I would like to see this monster in person. Thank you for your kind comment which I really appreciate !!! Stay safe. Best regards, RCSA

[@claudeodonovan9310]

This RC is just flat incredible. I flew as a crew chief on the D model of this beast from 1959-61 and was in and out of the Azores. Our mission was to fly Sac's nukes from base to base, worldwide. 28th LSS out of Hill AFB, Utah.@@RCScaleAirplanes

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

@@claudeodonovan9310 ... WOW, what an interesting story. Glad you found the way to this video. _Thank you for your kind comment which I really appreciate. MERRY CHRISTMAS_

[@frogmann49]

This is very cool for me. My father was a navigator on this aircraft after being a bombardier during WWII. He flew the pacific rim out of Hickam AFB 1955-1959. I was surprised to see that an RC model was created and flown. It brought back some fond kid memories for me and stands as a wonderful tribute to this plane which is the precursor to the C-131 and the C5A. Thank you.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Very interesting story. Thank you for watching and commenting. Much appreciated !!! _Best regards, RCSA_ 👍😎👍

[@AZAce1064]

My kid was watching this video when I walked into the room, I thought it was a real plane until it landed. Well done👍🏼👍🏼🇺🇸

[@bhigdaddymark]

THE shortest take-off EVER! Beautiful indeed!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Indeed it is! 🤙😉

[@K-Effect]

He could've taken off and landed in the backyard of an apartment

[@bhigdaddymark]

@@K-Effect 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 Exactly Kevin!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

@@K-Effect exactly. Due to the weight below 5 kg he can fly it outside of an rc airfield.

[@buddyb4343]

I think it could take off even quicker if it was filled with hydrogen . . . but then it would be a Zeppelin? :-D No sparking please! (Very nice job on the skin under the nose, the inspiration for my humor.)

[@BXgek]

I am a Dutch man, now 73 years old, I flew in the 70's and 80's with both helicopters and airplanes, until I had to stop because of rheumatism (my neck got stuck so I could no longer look up). I was often annoyed by helicopters that made crazy strange movements, upside down at a height of 50 cm... THAT is NOT model flying. That is YOUR beautiful old-timer aircraft and it flies so lifelike that you sit there breathlessly looking at it, beautifully done. My last RC plane was the Piper J3 in 1989 with a 25cc MOKI engine, I often only had that engine at 40% of its power, so that it flew so faithfully.

[@theronhoward5413]

BEAUTIFUL So graceful,I can’t imagine the hours it took to build a true craftsman, and above average “piloting”

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you very much for your kind comment which I really appreciate !!!

[@mrkanangra]

my god that thing is beautiful - for those that are not into RC - this took a LOT OF WORK AND SKILL to make...this is superb...

[@stephenmiller9124]

Beautiful model. Well flown at majrstic, scale speeds. The cameraman did an awesome job of keeping the flying model in focus. Way too many RC aircraft videos have the viewer try and keep a tiny speck in sight. This is the best video quality I have seen during the past 2 years of watching this type of filming.

[@5thGenNativeTexan]

Wow, probably the first scale flight I've seen that if you had actual C-124 audio playing, you'd never know this was an RC. Just phenomenal !

[@william.youare6736]

m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJWwaniha9asgtk With sound you would swear it's a ral plane!

[@william.youare6736]

*real plane

[@cup_and_cone]

The ultra lightweight and low wing loading make it incredibly scale!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Yeah. That was the goal of the builder.

[@LordPrometheous]

It's 1:8.85 scale, and its top speed is also 1:8.85 scale. That can't be a coincidence. Amazing work, and absolutely stunning to see in action.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you for your great comment which I really appreciate. Glad you like the video 🤙😎

[@delten-eleven1910]

It flies like the real thing too, slow and lumbering giant. Beautiful replica, love it!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Glad you like it!

[@Hopeless_and_Forlorn]

A STOL Globemaster. Now I have seen everything. In the early 1960s I watched the full scales come and go from Spangdahlem and Bitburg and Wheelus. Thank you for engineering and flying this wonderful RC.

[@robertmorey4104]

That is gorgeous! The metal finish is awesome. Looks 1:1 in the air. The engine nacelles and props are excellent and make it look real. Very nicely filmed, the film maker did superb job. Awesome!

[@GS250Premiun]

Not metal, more like mylar reflective film.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you for your kind words, Robert. Much appreciated. 🤙😎

[@robertmorey4104]

@@GS250Premiun yep I meant "metalized". Sure looks cool, like alum tho.

[@ここん東西-p9l]

This video proves that it is important that the plane is lightweight and durable. I want to make it from a light and small airplane. This plane has a beautiful silver color. Very nice!

[@m0ther_bra1ned12]

That flies beautifully! Looks really authentic in the air.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you. Glad you like the video.

[@ronkirk5099]

Back in the day when the Air National Guard still flew these aircraft, I loaded a few of them with cargo at Dover AFB when I was a young airman during the Vietnam war era. This sure is a beautiful R/C version and it brings back memories.

[@martingrimmitt3992]

That right there is how it's done! In my opinion the realism of many scale models is somewhat undermined by the overscale speeds they have to fly but this one is spot on! And not only that it looks good on the ground and close up too. Very well done!

[@kenmunn4421]

Some of the best RC camera work I’ve ever seen… Beautiful airplane…

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

_Thank you for the compliment. Much appreciated._ 👍🤗

[@gdholmfirth]

Beautiful! Flying and final approach looked so real it could be passed off as real. Only when it approaches the grass can one tell it isn't real. the takeoff was nice, but Ole Shakey never got off the ground that quickly! I used to work on these and fly in them. What a great model you have!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you very much for your kind comment. Much appreciated !!! 🤙😎

[@nicholasbell9017]

A gentle giant! It almost hangs in the air, it is buoyant in it's flight. And at the end, a perfect landing. Lovely, lovely thing. Bravo!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Many thanks. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@finntastique3891]

Film companies, pay attention! Whenever you need a Globemaster in your upcoming production, give this man a call.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

That's a good idea 👍😉

[@richardnixon8795]

This is fantastic. I was stunned at how effortlessly it took to the skies. And then the landing - beautiful!

[@ShockeWulf190]

Wow! Making it lightweight makes it look so real in the air. Well done!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

It does! Glad to hear that you like it. 👍😉

[@deldridg]

Oh boy - Zen really does come in many forms. Perfect flying and that landing!! Beautiful video in all respects and thank you from Sydney - Dave

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Hi Dave. Glad you enjoyed it. 🤙😎

[@daxdadog]

Incredible model, nicely flown. Watching it fly is surreal, almost hypnotic!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@deldridg]

Indeed Doug - for me it was almost a Zen experience! Beautiful to watch. Cheers - Dave

[@George-nt8uw]

I flew on this aircraft from Japan to Korea in 1964. Noisy! You flew it with dignity.

[@debbiemilka2251]

What a beautiful airplane ! Super attention to detail ! The take was exactly as it should be. No abrupt clinbing. I eagerly await the landing sequence. And the entire flight. Love giant scale !

[@Soulmate_1001]

Phantastisch, bin begeistert von dieser Baukunst! Das Flugbild strahlt eine eigenartige, angenehme Ruhe aus und die Landung, der Oberknaller!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Vielen Dank für deinen tollen Kommentar. Freut mich sehr, dass dir das Fluggerät gefällt. 👍😉

[@mousepd]

It appears to be basically a balloon with wings. Great concept! The only way you could tell that it is different than most RC Aircraft is the bank angle in the turns is practically non-existent. But again. Magnificent plane! Well flown!

[@pilotnl]

Finally someone who understands scale flying :D Fantastic job!

[@ChrisA7X89]

What a beautiful looking thing. It looks so authentic when airborne!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thanks for the great comment. 👍

[@malootua2739]

That is just so beautiful sparkling up there in the blue sky like that!

[@DrDrew-mw2gy]

Wow this is incredible! So scale! I've been hoping to see something like this for a long time!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thanks. Glad you like it! 🤙😉

[@maljohn6584]

Been building and desining and flying RC models for 40 years and I must say that is beautiful in all respects. Well done guys

[@747heavyboeing3]

One of my favorite rcs I've seen in a long time! Love the aluminum look and terrific landing!!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you for your kind comment. Much appreciated. 👍

[@msgt81]

I was an engine mechanic for 2 yrs, 1965 thru 67 while on Guam. This model looks absolutely beautiful and flies great. 🥰

[@Marcblur]

Spectacular!!! I love how very smoothly it lifted off and landed. Beautiful build, too.

[@mikewilliams4702]

What a gorgeous old bird” wonderful craftsmanship!!! very talented flyer”A pleasure to watch💖💖💖💖👍👍👍👍

[@Patriot-bn9om]

That is certainly the coolest, most awesome RC airplane that I have seen. Nice work!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thanks for the compliment. Much appreciated. 👍

[@Deveric98]

Fabuleux ! Le vol RC le plus réaliste que je n’ai jamais vu sur les modèles habituels. BRAVO !!! 👏👍

[@TheCorvairGuy]

Thanks for this video of an amazing build, takeoff, flight and landing. Very authentic and such a wonderfully low stall speed. Congratulations on your success!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@hughobrien4139]

This is one of the best ones all the way around it is for sure. Magnificent eye candy and well flown none the less.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you so much for your kind comment which I really appreciate.

[@USNVA11]

Beautiful model and so scale in appearance and flight characteristics ! Well done to the builder ! 👏🏼

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thanks a lot! Glad you enjoyed the video. 🤙😎

[@Iam_Yu627]

My father flew Ol Shakey back in the day. He'd give me tours in it from time to time. Amazing aircraft. Seeing this brings back a flood of good memories from my youth. Thanks!

[@mreid08]

Looked like he was going to taxi out, then it was flying!! Great model!!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Exactly! I was surprised as well. Haven't see it flying before 🤙😂

[@privatepilot4064]

Someone said, “Make a high speed pass!” The pilot said, “The whole flight is done at high speed!” Exceptionally awesome airplane! Well done!

[@JonCox-fn3hn]

Wow, it appears to be such a good flying model, very stable. Most replicas do not fly as well, but this one is so realistic!👍

[@VitalityMassage]

I think this is the smoothest RC plane I've ever seen.

[@smithnyiu]

An actual accurate scale model of one of the heaviest aircraft of its time, with a 19ft span and retracts, that weighs less than 11 pounds? Absolutely amazing. And beautifully done.

[@richardmcnair4045]

My father flew the C-124 in the mid 50's. If he was here today, I know seeing this "ol' shaky" would bring a tear to his eye.

[@atlantic1952]

Incredible achievement, beautiful flyer, so realistic!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Couldn't agree more!

[@tomscameras]

This is the first model plane that looks like a real plane when flying! Awesome!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Glad you think so. 🤗

[@ChrisB257]

Fantastic Horst (great footage)... the low weight is almost unbelievable and the take-off- well, breath taking ... can we say STOL?! What a triumph of a build, and flight is very scale-like indeed. Even retracts too! Note - best not flown in too much wind! All best, Chris.

[@davidg9224]

Lovely plane! That light wing loading gives it a realistic-looking flight speed in the air. Beautiful job.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you very much for your kind comment which I really appreciate !!!

[@Degenhardt450]

Realistic flight speed and beautiful stall on landing, fantastic.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you!

[@Woody-nc1ru]

Wow! I did not expect that to take off so easy, she looked heavy. Man that was awesome!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thanks 👍

[@joesmith4222]

It's ok, I like helium.👍

[@aviatixmodels8054]

Awesome plane, shows what can be done in terms of wingloading! Only “ problem “ you might have with it is when you taxi to fast, it takes off! 😂 nice flying!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

_thank you for your great comment which I really appreciate._ 👍🏻😉

[@aviatixmodels8054]

@@RCScaleAirplanes I forgot to add the camerawork was outstanding too!😎

[@andiwangen9696]

Tom ist Leichtbau-Künstler und nur bei ihm fliegen so große Modelle auch Scale-Speed! Das ist seit Jahren sein Anspruch...

[@RCHeliJet]

Fantastic Video.! Thanks for share with us.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching!

[@finecutpost]

@@RCScaleAirplanes Brilliant aircraft. Have you ever considered adding speakers for scale engine sounds?

[@welshpete12]

@@RCScaleAirplanes Wish you well for the future !!

[@deanedeane4318]

I'm lost for the best words !!! Thankyou for sharing !!! Love from New Zealand 😉😎

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Our pleasure! Thank you for watching and commenting 🤙😎

[@glennmullis1477]

Absolutely beautiful 😍

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you. Cheers!

[@richsmith7200]

My grandfather's best friend owned a hobby shop in Pacific Beach in the seventies. Back then you normally purchased a kit, or plans to build an RC ANYTHING. They would have loved the options today and the continued level of craftsmanship.

[@00kovall]

Yes, thats a proper way to build scale models, very realistic fly, good job :)

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Many thanks I'm glad you like it.

[@rayivie4880]

OMG looks so real and that’s way I imagine RC, big low and slow. Such expertise building. You guys are artists. Thanks for sharing. A big Texas salute to you.

[@clarencegreen3071]

One of the most amazing RC planes I've seen, and a great flight! Super! (NC USA)

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for the compliment. 😊

[@raschl2638]

Perfekt. Einer der wenigen, die Airliner nicht als Kampfjets durch die Gegend heizen und das mit dem Maßstab verstanden haben. :-)

[@abundantYOUniverse]

Next to the giant scale indoor Corsair, this is the neatest thing I have seen.

[@clhuke6494]

There was a video for about six years ago of the spruce goose, about the same scale and it was awesome also.......

[@abundantYOUniverse]

@@clhuke6494 Wow thanks!

[@edschoenstein1893]

The “polished all metal” finish is fantastic! Adds to the realism

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Many thanks !!! It's made from *Oracover chrome foil from the 'Oralight' series*

[@superpela1]

That's amazing, for a minute i though you got a helium bladder inside the plane. Very impressive. Congratulations

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Many thanks for your great comment. Glad you liked the video. 🤙😎

[@joesmith4222]

That was my first thought. I thought of this concept years ago. With fat helium filled wings. Kinda like half blimp and half airplane.

[@superpela1]

@@joesmith4222 there are a lot of those giant indoor planes that uses helium, but this plane is totally built in balsa and very light weight and lift is not a problem. He did an outstanding job keeping the weight to the minimum and the results are absolutely stunning.

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

@@superpela1 You're absolutely right. The builder did an amazing job on lightweight construction. To fly it indoor, it needs a huge hall. 😉 Better to fly it outdoor without wind.

[@manuelattard9983]

I think this is the best way to enjoy RC flying after all the effort to build a scale model to such level of detail.

[@JEK134]

Don’t know what’s being said, but… I can translate that beautiful plane and flying skills! Awesome job and flying!!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you for your kind comment !!!

[@g36pilot92]

An amazing, build, flight, imaging, and edit. This result took passion on all fronts. Seriously, well done!

[@konstantinoskatomeris3851]

Great job! Absolute real scale flying..

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you for the compliment. 😎🤙🏼

[@davetelling]

That is amazing! I remember seeing these all the time when my Dad was stationed at Lajes Field in the Azores back in 1958-59! Loved these big birds!

[@graywoulf]

Simply awesome to watch! Such a gentle giant of a plane. 🏆👍👍

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Couldn't agree more!

[@seanys]

That has to be the gentlest landing I’ve ever seen.

[@mrvoyagerm]

Incredible engineering!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you for the compliment !

[@rookie1525]

was man soll dazu sagen? absolut wundeschön!!! ganz lieben dank für die ganze crew

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Vielen lieben Dank für das Lob !!!

[@charlescoby5741]

I love it’ you did a such a great job on the plane👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thank you so much!

[@jackmehoffer1037]

I saw 3 engines turning then I realized it was a reflection off the beautiful polished aluminum skin. Great job!

[@flyingfortressrc1794]

That thing is incredible. Awesome job building and flying..

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

_thank you very much for your kind comment._ 👍🏻😊

[@publicclammer]

Great model, great flying and super photography! I spent several hundred hours as navigator in "Ol' shaky" in the '60s and loved every minute of it!

[@HaraldBendschneider]

As always - great camera-work! Well done! Amazing model and great flight!

[@RCScaleAirplanes]

Thanks a lot. Glad you enjoyed it. 🤙😉

[@gtsstang]

Das ist eines der besten RC Videos das ich seit sehr langem gesehen habe. Das Flugbild und das Modell sind wunderschön.