| Whether you call them remote controlled helicopters or | | | | means more functions which means you will have to |
| radio controlled helicopters children all around are eager | | | | learn more about flying your heli. Any good RC should |
| to fly one as well as adults. With the advancement's in | | | | have 3 Channels or more as a RC heli with 2 channels |
| electronic, and mechanical components these RC's | | | | will only allow you to move up or down and turn left or |
| can take to new heights making them the ultimate toy | | | | right. But a 2ch micro might be perfect for a beginner |
| to own. These flying machines give new meaning to | | | | as it doesn't have that many functions to control. A 3rd |
| the word taking control as they hurdle through the sky | | | | channel will allow you to move your heli forward and |
| with ease. The best thing about this hobby is that | | | | backward. And a 4th channel will allow your heli to roll |
| anyone can fly no matter what your flight skills are like. | | | | or bank left and right. The more channels your heli has |
| Some people like to start building their RC helis from | | | | the more maneuverability your heli will have. The 9060 |
| scratch making this method the most difficult and yet | | | | overlord double co-axial helicopter is a great example |
| most rewarding way to fly a RC. Most beginners will | | | | of a RTF 3 channel giving 4-way directional control |
| start with a micro or a coaxial RC helicopter | | | | that is very durable and very easy for beginners to |
| preferably a micro because of there size. But I would | | | | handle. |
| recommend a coaxial RC helicopter because of there | | | | When choosing a RC helicopter it is important not to |
| flying stability. Nevertheless a beginner should be | | | | pick one that you can't handle. Stick with the basics |
| cautious of the heli they are going to pilot as there are | | | | and keep in mind what your budget is as well as how |
| many types of flyer's out there that are not meant for | | | | much spare parts are. Some RC helicopters come |
| anyone who has never flown before. With that being | | | | with spare parts, these are good in case you have to |
| said here are a few tips to follow when looking to pilot | | | | change a blade if you crash. There are a few things |
| a RC heli for the first time. | | | | you can do to avoid crashes which can cost you, first |
| A micro RC helicopter would probably be a good idea | | | | is to practice on a RC helicopter simulator. A simulator |
| for beginner but the realty is that most micro sized | | | | will help you gain better flight skills and build more |
| helis have a single rotor which is a little more tougher | | | | confidence. Second you can attach a crash kit, this kit |
| to fly, although they are very durable and can take a | | | | will allow your RC helicopter to take a harder crash if it |
| hit. If your looking to get a micro RC heli look for one | | | | happens as it protects your helis landings, but it's not |
| that's easy to fly or has a set of co-axial rotors. | | | | completely fool proof. |
| Co-axial RC helicopters are easy to fly because they | | | | A third option is to practice with your heli if you feel |
| use two rotors, one on top of the other, each spinning | | | | confident enough, take it easy if its your first time and |
| in opposite directions which cancels the torque | | | | don't start doing any tricks right away. Get comfortable |
| between them. This design allows the heli to become | | | | with the control and get a feel for how the heli handles. |
| a smother fly-er and easier to control. Another thing to | | | | Lightly press on the throttle until you have mastered |
| look for if you are a total beginner is to stay away | | | | hovering. Then practice short distance landings, don't fly |
| from remote controlled helicopters that are ARF | | | | above 3 to 4 feet of the ground, stay as low as |
| (almost ready to fly) as these helis are pre-assembled | | | | possible until you've got the hang of it. Just keep it |
| and require you to finish and make proper adjustment's | | | | easy in the beginning and be patient as this can take |
| to the heli. | | | | you several try's before you get it right. Remember to |
| A RTF (ready to fly) heli would be more suitable for a | | | | get a heli that you can handle and make sure you |
| beginner as most of them can be flown straight out of | | | | practice before you take your remote controlled |
| the box. Another thing to look for is to make sure your | | | | helicopters out for show to let everyone know that |
| heli has no more than 3 or 4 channels. More channels | | | | you have become master pilot. |