Inside Apex Aerotech: Jase Dussia's Biggest Challenge Yet

Jase Dussia returns to Skybound RC for his third appearance on the podcast.Over the years, Jase has built a reputation as one of the top aerobatic pilots in the hobby, but since our last conversation, he's taken on an entirely new challenge: launching his own aircraft company, Apex Aerotech.In this episode, we dive into the journey from sponsored pilot to business owner, what it takes to design and manufacture RC airplanes, the challenges of building a new brand, and the philosophy behind the growing Apex lineup.Whether you're interested in RC aerobatics, aircraft design, or the business side of the hobby, this conversation offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at one of the fastest-growing brands in RC aviation.00:00 Introduction00:43 Apex Aerotech Today01:58 From Team Pilot to Company Owner04:29 Lessons from JTA Innovations07:20 Life as an RC Company Owner10:27 The Birth of Apex Aerotech13:16 Biggest Surprises So Far15:06 Tariffs, Shipping & Industry Challenges16:24 How New Airplanes Are Developed20:57 The Challenge of Prototype Development23:08 Apex Design Philosophy26:25 Designing for Beginners and Experts29:40 Why a 60" Slick?33:39 The 102" Slick34:49 The New 82" Laser41:13 Inside the 116" Laser45:11 What Makes the 116" Laser Different?48:49 DA-180 vs DA-20051:23 Can the 116" Laser Compete in IMAC?54:35 Customer Experience, Manuals & Support58:00 Tucson Aerobatic Shootout 202601:00:26 Flying With More Pressure as an Owner01:04:09 The Future of Apex Aerotech01:06:21 Closing ThoughtsConnect with Apex Aerotech:https://apexaerotech.com#RCAirplanes #ApexAerotech #JaseDussia #Aerobatics #RCFlying #IMAC #3DFlight #SkyboundRC