Kevin Garland has been involved in RC aviation for more than 30 years and currently serves as IMAC President, Futaba Team Manager, and Contest Director for both the IMAC Nationals and the Tucson Aerobatic Shootout. In this episode we discuss the future of IMAC, the challenges facing competitive aerobatics, Electric IMAC, participation trends, IMAC Worlds, the upcoming Nationals in Muncie, and what it takes to keep premier events such as the Tucson Aerobatic Shootout thriving. We also dive i...

A few days ago I shared a clip of Chris Randall's giant AeroScout and lots of people wanted to know how it was built, so I invited Chris on for a quick conversation about the project. Thanks Chris for joining me! In this interview we discuss: • How the idea started at his local RC club • Scaling a Horizon Hobby AeroScout up to 14-foot wingspan • Building the airplane from Home Depot insulation foam • Hot-wire cutting giant wings and tail surfaces • Electronics, servos, motor, batteries, and ...

Today on Skybound RC, I'm chatting with Kobe Cantin, an aerobatic pilot who's been in the RC game since 2012, and has worn just about every hat. Competitor, announcer, content creator, event organizer, and sponsor pilot. We get into his early days at Joe Nall, how IMAC shaped his flying, and why he eventually traded the flightline for the microphone. He also breaks down his RealFlight Freestyle Competition, why foamies and simulators are still the best training tools nobody uses enough, and h...

Today I’m chatting with Santiago Pérez, one of the top RC aerobatic pilots in the world. Known for his low, aggressive 3D and razor-sharp precision, Santi flies as a team pilot for Extreme Flight and is a regular at world-class events like the Tucson Aerobatic Shootout. Beyond competition, he plays a key role in testing and refining Extreme Flight’s latest airframes—like the new Extra 300 series and the massive 120" Extra 260. In this episode, we dive into his approach to freestyle and IMAC...

Daniel Holman is one of the most respected names in RC aerobatics. In the early 2010s, his freestyle routines blended musicality, precision, and smooth, high-speed lines—helping push the sport into a new era of extreme aerobatics. As a long-time team pilot for Extreme Flight, Daniel became known for his graceful yet aggressive flying style and for pushing aircraft to their limits in top-tier competitions. After a decade-long break from RC, Daniel is back—flying again from his home in Alaska,...

Join me as I sit down with Antonio De Souza, one of RC aerobatics' most talented pilots. Originally from Brazil and now based in Atlanta, Antonio brings a unique perspective and flying style that combines European precision with modern 3D techniques. In this interview, Antonio shares his journey from flying at just 4 years old to becoming an Extreme Flight test pilot and Customer Service Manager. We discuss his competition experiences at the XFC, TOC Invitational, and Tucson Aerobatic Freesty...

Mirco Pecorari, the creative mind behind aircraftStudioDesign, shares his journey from childhood sketches to designing some of aviation's most iconic aircraft. His portfolio includes the Extra NG, Kimball's Pitts Python, Sharp's Nemesis, and the PilotRC Matrix. In this conversation, Mirco reveals: His early years in Modena's automotive design culture Design secrets from both full-scale and RC aviation Behind-the-scenes stories of working with aerobatic legends How he uses cutting-edge V...

Ben Fisher's journey in RC aviation is a testament to relentless innovation and technical excellence. From founding the iconic 3D Hobby Shop to his current role as co-owner and lead designer at Extreme Flight, Ben has consistently pushed the boundaries of what's possible in RC aircraft design. His deep understanding of aerodynamics and hands-on approach to testing has led to some of the most successful extreme aerobatic aircraft in the past decade. In this episode, Ben takes us deep into the...

Imagine a tool that not only helps pilots improve their flying but also changes the way we think about RC aerobatics competitions. *Flight Coach* does exactly that. By logging GPS and attitude flight data, it allows pilots to review their performance, pinpoint mistakes, refine maneuvers, and uncover areas for improvement like never before. Beyond training, *Flight Coach Score* unlocks exciting possibilities: global leaderboards, remote competitions, and even world records to connect pilots a...

Dan Landis is a true aviation enthusiast with a lifetime of incredible experiences. From flying in a Cessna as a baby to competing in F3A at the U.S. Nationals, working as a full-scale flight instructor, piloting UAVs in Afghanistan, and shaping the RC hobby through his work at Hobbico, Dan's story is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, Dan shares his journey and gives us an insider look at the cutting-edge projects happening at Boomerang Jets. We dive into their latest models, incl...