Q&A for How to Make a Flying Model Plane from Scratch

Thermacol is too light if you consider its volume-to-weight ratio or density. If a plane is made from thermacol then you cannot have a control on it, as the direction of it will be easily changed. Also, thermacol is less durable compared to cardboard.

Have a look online at plane building kits.

You may use foam board which is accessible in 3 or 5 or more thicknesses. It's cheap and can be cut easily with a cutter. You may use polycarbonat sheets as well, though they are a little heavy, so the plane may need a stronger motor to fly.

You would need advance electronic engineering knowledge to make a remote from scratch.

It's not. That is wood. The article said to use cardboard if we're in a hurry.

The internet marketplace is great for a lot of things. Search online, or check out a local hobby shop.

Into or outside the plane's body using hot glue gun or sealant. If pasting the components outside, distribute the weight to both sides equally, and if using sealant, wait till it dries before pasting the next one.

Cardboard is best! It's cheap, durable, and your plane will gain much more stability as cardboard is neither too heavy nor too light. You can use any brushless motor for engine.

Generally, you want the length of the wings to be a little longer than the fuselage.

Flaps are not generally considered for RC planes, as there are ailerons for the pitching movement of the plane.

It depends on the level of the motors servos and others because it may be around USD$100 to 600.