Take a journey through the evolution of Hangar 11 San Diego. From the first version to the latest, every layout is showcased below.
Version 0 (Nov 2024-Feb 2025)
This is when Hangar 11 was first established as a dedicated area for radio-controlled aircraft. The initial vision was to provide a space for aircraft storage before expanding into other aspects of the brand and the space itself.
Version 1 (Feb 2025-Jul 2025)
Version 1 was the first time Hangar 11 had a large fleet of aircraft in one space. However, the layout was scattered, making it difficult to organize and navigate. These challenges eventually led to the redesign and creation of Version 2.
Version 2 (Jul 2025-Jun 2026)
Version 2 was a massive overhaul for Hangar 11. It was the first time that the words Fly, Build, and Entertain began to represent what Hangar 11 had grown into. The biggest change was the addition of aircraft racks, which allowed the fleet to be organized and lifted off the floor. Additionally, the newly accessible floor space allowed Team Pilots to comfortably sit on the couch and practice flying on RealFlight Evolution. This version also marked the beginning of incorporating a dedicated workspace, with a desk moved in front of the wall for building and repairs. For the first time, the Hangar also featured its own UMX wall.
Version 3 (Jun 2026-Now)
Hangar 11 Version 3 is the latest and largest overhaul Hangar 11 has ever had. Redesigned by Panos, the space is now better equipped for the building aspect of Fly • Build • Entertain. The first major change was moving all of the racks against the back wall, where the UMX wall used to be. The UMX wall was relocated under the TV and updated with wall mounts for the UMX Conscendo and UMX Viper, allowing these planes to remain out of the way of everything else. Moving the racks also completely freed up the cabinet space, providing additional storage for parts and tools used to work on models. This new layout keeps all of the racks together rather than spread throughout the space.
The next major change was moving the desk to the center and bolting a large piece of finished plywood to it, creating a larger worktable that can now be accessed from all sides. The couch that was previously under the TV was relocated to the RealFlight wall, allowing the UMX wall to take its place. Additionally, a dedicated soldering station was added alongside the new worktable.
Another notable change is the integration of NFC technology into the entryway. Upon entry, the Hangar 11 website can be pulled up within seconds, providing access to the most up-to-date information regarding Hangar 11 San Diego, Fort Lauderdale, and the latest content and updates from the brand.