Some of you GeekAlerts readers might remember last year’s USB Airplane Fan. Now you get your hands on a new and improved model which also features a 4-port USB hub.

But not only that, it also comes with built-in sound effects. Here’s a demo video:

Features:

• As a USB fan on your desk
• As a 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub
• As a big boy toy (aeroplane) on your desk
• ON/OFF Switch to control the fan
• LED Indicator when powered

The Aeroplane USB 4-Port Hub and Fan is available from USB Fever for $12.99.

With this cool DYI solar robot kit you will get six types different robots for the price of one.

This “do it yourself kit” is a great beginners introduction to solar power technology and the end result is your very own little robot. There are 6 different ways to build it, so you could have a robot dog one minute, or a boat for your bath the next. If either of those don’t do anything for you then why not build your own little plane (moving or still), windmill or solar powered car.

The good news is that you don’t need a degree in robotics to start with, or have to try and figure out which screw is A678b and how part D456 slots into F9097a. The diagrams are big and very easy to follow, there are only 25 parts and no screws are involved.

You can build:

• Robotic Dog
• Boat
• Moving Plane
• Car
• Windmill
• Desktop Plane

The 6 in 1 Solar Robot Kit is available from the Red5 website for £13 (about $21 USD).

The X-Twin Thunderjet is a powerful radio controlled flying machine, equipped with a pair of duct-fan engines for some extra high-speed enjoyment.

Like its real life USAF counterpart, the sinister Thunderjet looks almost unreal. In fact it reminds us of Firefox, that lethally sophisticated jet from the dodgy Clint Eastwood film of the same name. Unlike Firefox, however, the X-Twin can’t be controlled via thought impulses; you control the action with a twin-toggle, digital proportional transmitter that doubles up as a charging unit for its built-in lithium polymer battery. (20-30 minutes should give flight times of around 5 minutes).

The X-Twin Thunderjet is available in three different colors (Blue, Red and Yellow) for £24.95 (about $50 USD9 from Firebox.

This radio controlled micro plane is made of PSP foam and equipped with an advanced digital throttle and directional control, allowing you to perform extreme loops and real-fighter style aerobatics.

With the massive levels of thrust offered by it’s twin engine design, advanced take-offs and landings can be achieved. The Micro Fighter has a dual channel digital proportion control allowing up/down, left/right and forward speed control. Powered by a Lithium-Polymer battery, flights of 10+ minutes can be achieved on a single 30 minute charge from the controller.

Here’s a video clip of the Top Gun R/C MicroFighter in action:

Features:

• Ground takeoffs
• Optional landing gear
• Outdoor flights
• For advanced users only
• Durable PSP foam construction
• Damage resistant nose construction
• Dual prop drive
• Quick charge
• 27MHz transmitter
• Weight: 18.5 grams
• For ages 12 and up

The Top Gun R/C MicroFighter measures 260(L) x 200(W) x 85(H) mm and is available from Drinkstuff.com for £29.99 (about $60 USD). The included remote control requires 6 x AA batteries (not included).

(Via Coolest Gadgets, Geeky Gadgets and TFTS)

The radio controlled A7 Tornado plane features true ducted fan-jet technology, combining jet-like performance, smooth gentle landings and will silently reach speeds of up to 25mph.

The innovative A7 intruder Ducted Fan Jet has no external propellers at all and looks extremely realistic in the air. Safe, quiet and as easy to fly as a powered glider the A7 incorporates a miniature electric turbine just like a real jet.

Featuers:

• Realistic A7 Tornado model
• Ready-to-Fly right out of the box
• Constructed of super strong PolyNylolene foam
• Included DC battery charger charges batteries in under 10 minutes
• State-of-the-Art NiMH rechargeable battery
• Low-drag stator-blade fan-jet
• Precision true ducted fan-jet power
• Speeds of 25 M/PH
• Rudder movements enable perfect control left and right / up and down
• Dog fighting maneuverability

The A7 Tornado Jet R/C Plane is available at Amazon for $69.99 and over at thumbsupuk.com for £59.99 (about $124 USD).

If you have the Rocket Lamp hanging from the ceiling you might want to add to the retro aviation touch with this propeller plane desk lamp.

The Airplane Lamp is made of steel and acrylic, measuring 50 x 22 cm (18.7 x 8.7 inches). A switch on the cord lets you dim the light.

No word on pricing.

The X-Twin Acrobat ($51) is a radio controlled plane from the creators of the popular PicooZ micro helicopters. This aircraft comes with a three channel remote, giving you more control and the ability to fly three dimensionally.

The plane is made of EPP (expanded polypropylene) which is a great material for withstanding crashes. The R.C jet itself has a lithium battery that gives you a long flight time and it is charged simply by attaching it to the remote control. This is the first plane in its range that you can take off from the floor and it comes in three frequencies which means you can have three up in the air, all at the same time! Requires 6xAA batteries.

If you are going to have a ruler lying on your desk, why not have one that looks good? The Airplane Ruler ($22) is made of stainless steel and beautifully designed in the shape of a paper airplane.

Size in inches: 8.25 L x 2.25 W x 1.25 H.

Ok, so you think the Puzzle Alarm Clock was too tricky and the Disco Ball Alarm Clock was too…hmm…disco. Maybe the Time Flyer Clock ($22) is the gadget to get your day off to a flying start.

Wake up to the roar of the plane’s engine and the spinning of the propeller blades as the alarm sounds and time appears in a super-bright “floating” display and again on the LCD screen. Has time/alarm function and on/off buttons. Includes decals to “personalize” plane. Uses 3 AA batteries (not incl.). 5-1/2in. H.

(Via bookofjoe)

Yes, it’s more lightweight R/C fun for the people. The Palm Z Micro Plane ($40) comes with an infra-red RC unit featuring a tri-band system, allowing three planes to fly simultaneously.

The planes measures 4.5cm (H) x 21cm (Wingspan) x 19cm (D) and requires 6 x AA batteries. 10 minutes of charge time will give you 5 min. of flying time.

Here’s a video demonstration of the Palm Z Micro Plane.