Spring Time! Time to Fly..

Well, I tried to get me plane going this weekend and was successful... to a point. I get a Red Hawk because it was cheaper and it;s my first time flying. I think I should have invested in a computer simulator for my PC first before trying my hand at flying. I was in the air for all of 5 seconds and I took a nose dive. I don't think that it was all my fault though. I believe there was something wrong with the plane. I got it ready to fly but there was a problem. I was supposed to be able to let it get going on a runway but it would not leave the ground at all. I watched the video that came with it and they had no problems. I also made sure it was put together correctly. It's not that hard since it's a RTF model. So I knew I could try a throw start but was questioning weather I should try it since it didn't seem to have enough power to take of on a local run way used for this hobby. So, I threw it and it glided and did what it wanted and did not respond to any controls. What a waste. So I get to fix it and try again, but I have a feeling the motor is just to week. Anyone have any suggestions? I'm thinking to just go with a good simulator.

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Just got a new helicopter!

I just bought myself a new helicopter. Is great but I crashed it trying to hover to close to the groung. Now I need more parts. I think I'll alot of different parts so that I can keep flying with out waiting days before I can fly again. Here is the info about my new helicopter. It's really fun, if you want to try an RC heli this is a good one.



Blade CX RTF Electric Coaxial Heli
Overview

With the new Blade CX you get a completely assembled and ready to fly micro heli with a coaxial counter-rotating head design that is so stable almost any first-time flyer can be hovering like a pro in no time. The Blade CX offers things other similarly designed micro helis can’t – the power and precision of E-Flite S75 servos, an advanced 4-in-1 controller, and a great looking, lightweight body that really stands out. The Blade CX features counter-rotating main blades that cancel out the rotational torque that makes hovering a challenge in conventional helis. They also make rudder turns much easier by slowing down one or the other blade without affecting the stability of the aircraft. This is truly a helicopter that most anyone can fly.



Key Features

Correction to AirTime Online: Some subscribers to AirTime Online might have received a picture of the Blade CP flying inverted instead of the correct picture of the Blade CX. The Blade CX does not fly inverted. We apologize for any confusion.
Coaxial, counter-rotating blade rotor head design provides incredible stability and positive control
4 channel 72MHz FM Transmitter Included
Pre-installed E-flite S75 servos and 4-in-1 control unit
No installation or assembly required
Dual 180 motors makes the CX powerful and efficient
800mAh 2-cell Li-Po battery pack is low weight, high power and provides flight durations of 10-15 minutes per charge

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I bought this same helicopter and crashed it right away. After that, I figured it out. I just had to buy a few new parts. The main part to buy is a couple extra props. I bought the metal head on top and it is much more stable. I really enjoyed this helicopter.

By  rcisfun, at March 20, 2007 at 2:05 PM  

Starting Your RC Hobby

I have just begun to experiment with different types of remote controlled vehicles. We I was younger I had remote control cars like most everyone else. I broke them fairly quickly and had to wait or save up to geta new one. Now that I'm older (or old) I've always wanted to try some gas pwers cars, or get into the flying toys. RC Helicopters and planes seem like a blast. I purchased one of each and the results are the same as I was a kid. They break quick and it takes time to learn how to fly these darn things. I ordered them from www.hobbywarehouse.com becasue they seemed to have good prices and my friend works for them. Having someone to help me purchase parts to fix my planes is really a help. They are also fixing there site to make finding parts better. I think he is sick of me asking for help. But what else are old buddies for right?
Anyway, If anyone reads this I would like to hear how others have gotten started and how to get better quickly.

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