PURCHASING YOUR FIRST REMOTE CONTROL HELICOPTER
Consider a flight sim - Phoenix provides the most realistic experience and graphics or you can download a FREE FMS flight sim from many web sites. (most RC helis come with a free cable for this but please double check). You can then practice on your computer and build your confidence up before starting for real.
Have realistic expectations – rc helis are amazing fun but you should resist the temptation to attempt loop-the-loops on your first go. Try moving your rc along the floor first, then fly it just a foot or so above the ground, until you feel in control. Some helicopters are easier than others to hover, so give us a call if you want advice. Some recommendations are ...
Recommended RC Helicopters for first-time flyers:
Lama V4,Esky Lama V3 and V4.
The definitive small co-axial helicopter. Their rotor design makes flying easy, so you should be having fun within minutes. Primarily designed for indoor flight - they can also be flown outside (in good conditions) - the 4 channel control and high power battery provide a genuine RC helicopter flying experience. These are NOT toys though and need to be handled with care! They make a perfect present and our package includes a simulator cable and spare blades so you’ll have all you need to get flying.
Big Lama
Esky Big Outdoor Lama from
The Esky Big Lama is a large co-axial model for outdoor and indoor flight. It is a bigger version of the Esky Lama above, making it more stable and large enough for outdoor flight. It has all the same attributes that make it a great model for beginners who want a heli that is easy to fly and looks great.
Esky Honeybee 2
The ESky Honey Bee is a great introduction to RC helicopters for anyone wanting to get into this hobby. The fixed pitch blade setup means this heli doesn't need much initial adjustment to get in the air, with the stable behaviour allowing you to develop your skills with a minimum of frustration. Ideal for learning all the basics of flying: hovering, turning circuits etc, and it can be flown indoors as well as outside. The plastic blades are extremely tough and able to absorb the inevitable impacts. This helicopter is fantastic fun and you’ll soon see its full potential when you fly it around an open field. continued
