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CPSCRecalled Jul 24, 2007 · #07250

Risk of Explosion and Hearing Damage Prompts Recall of Remote Control Airplanes

Hazard

The airplanes are launched by hand and can explode near the consumer's head, posing a risk of temporary hearing loss and injuries to eyes, face and hands.

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Description

This recall involves Model 4116 Sky Rangers Park Flyer radio control airplanes, which come with a black battery charger. The airplanes have a wingspan of about 14 inches, a light blue, white and orange polystyrene foam fuselage, and a copper coil on the rudder. Airplanes with a warning sticker on the fuselage near the on/off switch are not included in the recall.

Product details

Product
Sky Rangers Park Flyer Radio Control Airplanes
Type
Radio-Controlled Airplanes
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
4116
UPCs
Sold at
Hobby stores and other retailers nationwide from September 2005 through December 2006 for between $20 and $40.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should stop using the recalled airplanes immediately and contact Estes-Cox to verify that their plane is being recalled and for instructions on returning the airplane for a replacement product.

View the official CPSC notice