Tim DiPeri is has been flying R/C models since the very early 1970’s and began flying R/C helicopters in the late 1970’s with an American Revolution 0.40 size fixed pitch helicopter (with no gyro)
Since then, he has flown most of the different manufactures helicopter models available. He has competed at most of the US Nationals since 1983 and for the past 15 years has competed exclusively in F3C/FAI.
Tim is sponsored by Futaba, Morgan (Cool Power) fuels and YS Engines.

In addition to performing at many demonstrations and educational events, Tim also writes for several publications as a freelance contributor.
Professionally, Tim owns several businesses including a manufacturing representative agency www.caseco-inc.com. He is a degreed electrical engineer and a licensed commercial pilot (fixed wing single and multi engine; instrument).
In his spare time, Tim is a co-leader in a Boy Scout troop for his two boy’s. Tim has one daughter and two sons (who regularly attend events with dad).