| Nitro helicopters are at this time more common than | | | | helicopters contain clutches so a pull start or twirly stick |
| any other types of R/C helicopters. It uses a mixture | | | | are not available, Engine - recommended are O.S. |
| of nitromethane and oil to keep it working. Nitro | | | | engines, Flight box - it organizes and keeps your other |
| helicopters are available in various sizes - 15, 30, 50, 60 | | | | tools in one place, Fuel pump - either hand or electric |
| and 90 size. These refer to the engine size included in | | | | pump. Makes it possible to transfer fuel from your |
| each type. The larger and more powerful the engine is, | | | | container to the helicopter's tank, Glow plug ignitor, |
| the bigger the main rotor blade that it can revolve thus | | | | Gyro - for assisting the pilot to hold the heading of the |
| the superior power to lift the aircraft. | | | | helicopter, Muffler - ensure that the size fits your |
| On average, nearly all nitro helicopters can last up to 15 | | | | helicopter and engine, Radio system - includes |
| minutes. One thing that serious R/C helicopter | | | | 7-channel transmitter, PCM receiver, 4 digital servos, |
| enthusiasts love about nitro-operated models is the | | | | switch harness and a charger. |
| thrilling experience they get similar to a real-life | | | | Serious R/C helicopter pilots should opt for |
| helicopter. The maneuver and the noise it produces | | | | nitro-operated models. It offers more power, control, |
| sort of simulate a real flight thus a more amazing flying | | | | and stability. They are not recommended for beginners |
| adventure. | | | | or those who just want to have some fun. It requires |
| There are a number of plus factors, such as: More | | | | more concentration, dedication and attention. But the |
| flight time since tank can be refilled immediately, | | | | excitement and pleasure one does get is worth the |
| Steady power that is coming from the engine, Secured | | | | price. |
| and easier direction, Provides more realistic and | | | | There is a website that has great information on RC |
| adventurous flying experience, No upgrade needed | | | | Helicopters, the website is called: RC Helicopters |
| when moving to an ultra-light helicopter. | | | | World, and can be found at this url: |
| Some of the drawbacks you might experience include: | | | | By Robert W. Benjamin |
| More expensive to operate and maintain, Requires a | | | | You may publish this article in your ezine, newsletter, or |
| level of expertise to use and maintain, Produces noise, | | | | on your web site as long as it is reprinted in its entirety |
| Can be a little messy because of the gas, May be | | | | and without modification except for formatting needs |
| restricted in several places due to some laws. | | | | or grammar corrections. |
| Things to prepare: Electric starter - nearly all nitro | | | | |