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At The Flite Lab, we inspire connection, creativity, and learning through the joy of building and flying RC planes—let’s build, learn, and fly together!

04/06/2026

SMALL CAR. BIG ATTITUDE. 🔥💨

Meet the WLtoys 22206 1/22 4WD Drift Car.

Built for smooth slides, tight corners, and maximum fun, this pocket-sized drift machine punches well above its weight. Whether you're carving up the living room floor, setting up a mini drift course in the driveway, or challenging your friends to cone battles, the 22206 is ready to send it sideways.

⚡ Full-Time 4WD
⚡ Up to 15km/h
⚡ LED Lights
⚡ 20 Minutes Run Time
⚡ Drift Tyres Fitted
⚡ Spare Grip Tyres Included
⚡ Ready To Run

The best part? Everything you need is in the box. Just add AA batteries to the transmitter and start drifting.

Who said you need a huge RC car to have huge fun? 😎

03/06/2026

🚚💨 BIG TRUCK ENERGY... tiny truck size.

The WPL D14 Suzuki Carry RTR is proof that you don't need a massive RC to have a ridiculous amount of fun. With licensed Suzuki styling, 4WD grip, working lights, proportional controls, and a realistic 15km/h top speed, this little kei truck is ready to cruise, drift, haul imaginary cargo, and steal the spotlight wherever it goes.

Perfect for:
✅ Backyard adventures
✅ Car park drifting sessions
✅ Scale driving and cruising
✅ Custom build projects and upgrades

And the best part? It's RTR (Ready To Run). Charge it, grab a couple of AA batteries for the transmitter, and you're off.

⚠️ Warning: May result in an uncontrollable urge to build a fleet of tiny trucks.

🛒 Grab yours today and discover why kei trucks have such a cult following.

22/05/2026

Some people still think carbon rods are “just sticks” until they pick one up and realise how insanely light and rigid they actually are. 😅

These Carbon Rods & Tubes are the kind of upgrade that quietly changes a build from “works” to “WOW this feels solid.”

🔥 Ultra-lightweight
🔥 Extremely rigid
🔥 Clean, professional finish
🔥 Perfect for reinforcement and custom fabrication

Available in sizes from 0.8mm all the way up to 10mm and supplied in full 1000mm lengths.

We’ve also got select 3K Woven Carbon Fibre tubes available for that premium finish and added strength 👀

Perfect for:
✈️ RC aircraft builds
🚁 Helicopters
🪁 Kites
🚗 Chassis reinforcement
🛠️ DIY custom projects
🏗️ Structural bracing and supports

Once you start building with carbon fibre, it’s VERY hard to go back 😂

Drop a comment or message us for sizes, pricing, and availability.

20/05/2026

Tiny heli. Big Eagle energy. 🦅🔥

The WLToys XK K127 Eagle proves that micro RC helicopters can still feel seriously hobby grade. Flybarless stability, altitude hold, one key take off, smooth hovering and proper 4 channel control make this the perfect step up from toy helis into real RC flying.

Whether you’re practicing indoors, hovering in the driveway or sneaking in quick flight sessions between builds, the K127 keeps things stable, responsive and ridiculously fun.

✔ Flybarless fixed pitch design
✔ 6 axis gyro + altitude hold
✔ Up to 15 minute flight times
✔ Proper cyclic and tail control
✔ Lightweight, durable and beginner friendly

Small enough to fly almost anywhere. Capable enough to keep you hooked.

19/05/2026

Some helicopters fly.
This one arrives like a mission briefing. 🚁🔥

The WLtoys XK K170 UH-60L Black Hawk brings serious military style into a compact brushless RC heli that is surprisingly beginner friendly while still being fun for experienced pilots.

🎖️ Scale Black Hawk styling
⚡ Brushless main motor power
🎯 6-axis gyro + altitude hold
🚁 Smooth 4-blade flybarless rotor system
📡 Up to 100m control range
🔋 Around 8 minutes of flight time
🛬 One key takeoff and landing

Perfect for park flying, relaxed evening sorties, or just flexing a Black Hawk on your display shelf between flights.

Small enough to fly comfortably.
Detailed enough to turn heads.
Stable enough to build confidence fast.

This is not just another toy heli.
This is your mini air support unit. 😎

15/05/2026

Your RC plane doesn’t care about your confidence.
Your heli definitely doesn’t care about your ego.

That “I watched 3 YouTube videos, I’m basically pro” energy?

Yeah... that’s usually followed by a walk of shame to pick up foam pieces.

Enter Phoenix RC 6.0i

Plug in your own transmitter. Fire up the sim. Crash virtually as many times as your pride can handle.

✔ Practice without repair bills
✔ Build real stick confidence
✔ Learn fixed wing or heli
✔ Keep your actual models in one piece... mostly

Be honest...

What humbled you first in RC?

✈ Landings
🚁 Hovering
😅 Thinking “one more loop” was a good idea

Drop it below. No judgment... we’ve all been there.

13/05/2026

⚡ One charger. Every battery. Every adventure.

If you fly RC, race RC, bash RC, or build RC... you already know the frustration of having three different chargers for three different packs.

That is exactly why the EV-Peak C1-XR has become one of those bench essentials. Small enough for the field. Smart enough for the workshop. Powerful enough to keep your day moving without the guesswork.

✔ Charges LiPo, LiHV, LiFe, NiMH, NiCd and Pb
✔ Up to 100W of charging power
✔ AC and DC input for home or field use
✔ Balance, storage, discharge and cycle modes
✔ Built in safety protection for total peace of mind

So here is the real question...
What batteries are you running most right now? 2S, 3S, 4S... or bigger? Drop your setup below 👇 We want to know what powers your machines.

Limited stock available. Power up before your next session.

12/05/2026

🚀 POWER THAT FLIES ABOVE EXPECTATION.

When precision meets performance, you get the E-Max Grand Turbo GT2815/07—built for pilots who demand smooth throttle response, consistent pull, and the confidence to push harder in the sky.

Whether you're flying sport, scale, or aerobatics, this motor delivers the punch you need with up to 1800g thrust, lightweight efficiency, and the durability to handle those high-performance moments.

⚡ 1100KV Brushless Power
⚡ Up to 1800g Thrust
⚡ 36A Burst Capability
⚡ 2–3S LiPo Ready (4S capable for short bursts)
⚡ Built for precision, control, and reliability

Not all motors are built equal. Some are built for MAX LEVEL.

📩 Visit us online: https://theflitelab.co.za/motors/30-e-max-grand-turbo-gt281507.html

Stock moves fast—serious pilots move faster.

11/05/2026

🚀 Rear exhaust. Forward performance.

When your aircraft demands clean lines, compact power, and performance that doesn’t flinch, the DLE 20RA Gas Engine delivers exactly that.

Built for pilots who know that every gram matters and every RPM counts. From smooth sport flights to aggressive aerobatics, this little powerhouse proves one thing...

Big performance doesn’t always come in big packages. 💥

✔ 2.5HP @ 9,000RPM
✔ Lightweight compact design
✔ Rear exhaust for cleaner scale installs
✔ Reliable electronic ignition
✔ Built for sport + aerobatic aircraft

Because in RC, it’s not just about getting airborne…
It’s about how you own the sky. ✈️🔥

📦 Available locally
⚡ Ships in 2–3 days
📞 Please call to confirm stock before ordering

Drop a 🔥 if this would power your next build.

10/05/2026

🚀 BIG POWER FOR GIANT SCALE PERFORMANCE 🚀

Meet the DLE 120cc Twin Cylinder Gas Engine — built for pilots who demand raw power, smooth throttle response, and rock-solid reliability in the air.

Whether you're flying giant-scale aerobatic aircraft, IMAC competition models, or large-scale RC planes, the DLE120 delivers the muscle you need with:

🔥 12HP at 7,500 RPM
🔥 Twin-cylinder smoothness with reduced vibration
🔥 Massive static thrust up to 26.5kg
🔥 Precision electronic ignition system
🔥 Exceptional power-to-weight performance

✅ Includes:
• Engine
• Dual exhaust system
• Electronic ignition unit
• NGK CM6 spark plugs
• Operator’s manual

Recommended prop sizes: 26x10 | 26x12 | 27x10 | 28x10

Built for serious pilots. Designed for serious performance.

📦 Available from our local supplier
🚚 Ships in 2–3 working days
📞 Please call to confirm stock before ordering

We stock a wide range of DLE products, parts, and accessories for your next build.

Address

8 FlyInn Estate
Johannesburg
1510

Website

http://www.theflitelab.co.za/

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