Miniature Aircraft USA Whiplash Gasser

24 04 2012

I had the opportunity to fly a prototype Whiplash Gasser the latest addition to the Miniature Aircraft line of helicopters.

I look forward to getting lots more flights on this model and being able to show it off at events in the coming months.  In the meantime here’s a short video we did this past weekend here in Orlando, FL!

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Power is even better when it’s Cool Power!

3 04 2012

I am very excited to now be flying Cool Power fuels.  Having flown for another will known fuel mfg. for 2 years I was in search of another fuel that would simply be as good as what I had become accustomed to.  I’m happy to report that not only did I find a fuel as good, but better.

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Gens Ace Batteries Rocking the Whiplash!

25 03 2012

The new Gens Ace packs that I’ve been using my Whiplash.  I’ve been using Gens ace since December and I am pleased to report that after four months of solid use the packs have remained as powerful as they were the very first flights.  Gens Ace packs really pack a punch and don’t cost an arm and a leg!

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Be a hater, buy a shirt!

3 02 2012

Hater? Lover? Just don’t care and want a cool shirt?  Now you can “hate” me at your local field, all the cool pilots do!  We are now accepting pre-orders for for the OFFICIAL IhateMikeFortin.com tees!  Shirts are only $20 bucks with FREE SHIPPING!  Shirts are expected to arrive in 1-2 weeks.  See below for How To Pay:

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New: Whiplash Nitro Video

30 01 2012





New: Whiplash Nitro from Miniature Aircraft USA

30 01 2012

The wait will soon be over, the Whiplash nitro kits are just about ready for the public release!  I had the pleasure of building one of the first production kits and must say that the build was extremely simply with the entire build and electronics install taking just about 6 hours.

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Miniature Aircraft USA at AMA Expo 2012

9 01 2012




Charging Stuff!

29 12 2011

I wanted to post some pics of my current charging setup, this is currently being reworked by A Designers Edge to make some great new features and a not seen before look. The iChargers are courtesy of www.ProgressiveRC.com as is the new Power Block which allows you the ability to use up to 6 chargers and will eventually make for a super clean install.   But for now, here is the rough version which is pushing roughly 1500 watts and getting power from a Honda EU2000i.

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Happy Holidays!

22 12 2011

Happy Holidays to everyone from my Family to yours!  Thank you for an amazing year, 2012 will be better than ever!  Hope to see everyone soon!





RC Heli Nation Interview – Now Available!

19 10 2011

The guys over at RC Heli Nation were nice enough to ask me on to their show to do an interview. There were lots of good questions by the guys and you know I answered them as only I could! It was a great time and lots of fun, Pinion joined in the fun as well! The show is available now at www.rchelination.com and is also be available on iTunes. Be sure to check it out and follow them on Facebook for weekly shows.








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