CPSC Recall in 2007: Risk of Explosion and Hearing Damage Prompts Recall of Remote Control Airplanes

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 07-250

Date: July 23, 2007

Product Name: Sky Rangers Park Flyer Radio Control Airplanes

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), about 21,000 Sky Rangers Park Flyer Radio Control Airplanes (distributed by Estes-Cox Corp., of Penrose, Colo.) are being voluntarily recalling. 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.Name of Product: Sky Rangers Park Flyer Radio Control AirplanesUnits: About 21,000Distributor: Estes-Cox Corp., of Penrose, Colo.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.Incidents/Injuries: Estes-Cox has received 45 reports of airplanes exploding, including 22 reports of consumers experiencing temporary ear pain or hearing being affected; five reports of minor burns to hands, faces or eyes; two reports of chest impact from debris; two reports of eye injuries; and one report of a cut hand. One consumer sought medical attention for burning eyes.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.Sold at: Hobby stores and other retailers nationwide from September 2005 through December 2006 for between $20 and $40.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: 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.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Estes-Cox at (800) 576-5811 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Thursday, or visit the firm's website at www.estesrockets.com.

Hazard Description:

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.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 21,000

Incidents:

Estes-Cox has received 45 reports of airplanes exploding, including 22 reports of consumers experiencing temporary ear pain or hearing being affected; five reports of minor burns to hands, faces or eyes; two reports of chest impact from debris; two reports of eye injuries; and one report of a cut hand. One consumer sought medical attention for burning eyes.

Sold At:

Hobby stores and other retailers nationwide from September 2005 through December 2006 for between $20 and $40.

Manufactured In:

China