Largest model aircraft by wingspan

According to Official Guinness Records,

The largest model aircraft by wingspan is 15 metres (49 ft 2 in) and was constructed by Markus Frey (Switzerland). It made its first flight at 5632 Buttwill (AG) airfield, Switzerland, on 8 May 2009. The model aircraft type KU4 Austria 1932, also known as "elephant" has a wing span of 15m, and is 4.5m long, 1m high and a weight of 70-75kg. The model plane flew up to a height of approximately 300 to 500 feet.

For a complete list of 2009 records, please visit 2009 Guinness Records in Switzerland.

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