New Addition: Early RC System

Andrew “Hob” Davis and Halsey Sheffield built this radio system in 1947-1948.  The system combined a ground-based battery unit supporting a hand-held transmitter, and of course the receiver in the model.  This system flew in two models, a Berkeley Buccaneer and a 40″ wingspan Pixie.

The transmitter unit is very basic with one control and an on/off switch. More prominent is the great deal of coiled wire to connect it to the battery.
The hand-held transmitter unit and receiver built by Hob Davis and Hasley Sheffield.
A group of about six people watch as the Pixie rises out of Hob Davis' hand.
Andrew “Hob” Davis hand launches the Pixie for its first flight.  Photo courtesy of Andrew “Hob” Davis.

Thanks, Hob, for helping to grow the museum’s collection!

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