| Why does a remote control helicopter make a good | | | | thrills embodied in this hobby. Since many models can |
| gift? | | | | be tweaked, hobbyists who enjoy tinkering for |
| Many people, especially those that seem-to-have | | | | improved performance also enjoy this aspect of |
| everything, enjoy the surprise of an RC helicopter. It's a | | | | remote controlled helos. |
| great toy for both teens and adults, perhaps not one | | | | How much should someone expect to pay for a |
| that they would consider buying for themselves - often | | | | "beginner" RC helo? |
| the best kind of gift. | | | | Less than $100 US. |
| Are there any skills that a new user should have | | | | What's the range for mid- to high-end models? |
| before flying one? | | | | Mid-range birds run about $150 US, up to the |
| Not particularly, although many RC enthusiasts are | | | | higher-end $1,500 US range. |
| interested in electronics and technology. Many | | | | Do you need a pilot's license to fly one? |
| remote-control helicopter models allow users to tinker | | | | No license is required to operate a remote-controlled |
| to amp up performance and vary configurations. | | | | helicopter. |
| What type of person might enjoy an RC helicopter? | | | | What's the best age range for someone to receive |
| Retired pilot? Perhaps a tinkering type? | | | | the gift of an RC helo? |
| The most obvious sub-groups of remote-control | | | | Remote control helicopters are generally appropriate |
| helicopter enthusiasts are pilots and aviation experts, | | | | for teenagers and adults; even older adults who may |
| both retired and active. But almost anyone who enjoys | | | | not be able to be active in other ways may enjoy a |
| flying - and even a little challenge - can appreciate the | | | | remote-controlled helicopter. |