how does this compare to other cheap rc planes like the air hogs sky stunt plane? a little confused by the mixed reviews, any suggestions? thanks
520783
This is a fun plane ment for indoor use. With air hogs, you are basically paying for the brand. This is cheap, durable, and fun to fly. Easy to learn and tricks can be performed.
438271
If you have never flown a heli the answer is no. But their calims of durability are accurate. It will take quite a beating. If you are a fixed wing RC flyer, like me, you can probably pick it up reasonably well with a few hours of practice. The Alias has some great features, all to make the novice to expert happy. Different settings for varying skill levels.
1517706
I have been hand launching plane. It's way cooler. I agree with Kevin though, if you have been flying micros, this is a step backwards, this plane does not have ailerons.
464264
Traxxas makes many great RC cars, and this is one of them. Check YouTube, it is water resistant but not waterproof. There are some cool videos about how water resistant they are. I think the box said it went up to 32 mph. My 8 and 10-year-old can control it pretty easily, but it is pretty stinking fast. The best part is if/when they break something, you can buy replacement parts for pretty cheap. You can also make upgrades because there are so many aftermarket parts out there. This is not an RC car that you would buy from a toy store. This is a hobby grade RC car. It is worth the money!!! Highly recommend.
406564
Send it back and get a V912 sky dancer it's a four channel RC the most fun and challenging RC helicopter for the money you will love it. I have a 9118 but got board with it very fast. Once you master a 4 channel V912 sky dancer you will absolutely love it and you will have to hold it back it has big time speed and priced very affordably.
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this is not a beginner plane. I strongly recommend finding an AMA qualified field and instrustor to teach you how to fly first. If you have the basics down, then invest in one of the new Spektrum radios. I have the DX6 and it will bind to an infinate number of planes. The radio is only $200 and well worth the investment. I currently have 10 planes and 4 hellicoptors bound to it, not to mentions real flight similator. Sorry for my mispells, it is late in the evening for me. If you are truly new to the hobby, please buy a trainer first and find an instrustor. This hobby can be dangerous and I would hate to be banned because of a newbie decapatating a pedestrian. this is not a beginner plane. I strongly recommend finding an AMA qualified field and instrustor to teach you how to fly first. If you have the basics down, then invest in one of the new Spektrum radios. I have the DX6 and it will bind to an infinate number of planes. The radio is only $200 and well worth the investment. I currently have 10 planes and 4 hellicoptors bound to it, not to mentions real flight similator. Sorry for my mispells, it is late in the evening for me. If you are truly new to the hobby, please buy a trainer first and find an instrustor. This hobby can be dangerous... » Read More this is not a beginner plane. I strongly recommend finding an AMA qualified field and instrustor to teach you how to fly first. If you have the basics down, then invest in one of the new Spektrum radios. I have the DX6 and it will bind to an infinate number of planes. The radio is only $200 and well worth the investment. I currently have 10 planes and 4 hellicoptors bound to it, not to mentions real flight similator. Sorry for my mispells, it is late in the evening for me. If you are truly new to the hobby, please buy a trainer first and find an instrustor. This hobby can be dangerous and I would hate to be banned because of a newbie decapatating a pedestrian. « Show Less
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Hi Stephen. Well it depends on how good you are flying it. I'm not a good pilot myself so I crash it a lot. It is capable of endure some crashes, but not all of them. Be prepared to spend some money on spare parts. On the other hand, I must tell you, this is not aún entry-level heli. It is up to you. Good luck
1179209
This is a very stable aircraft. It also has the power and performance to do the aerobatics you mentioned. Adding floats will limit this somewhat but the Beav' can be coaxed into exciting performances. This is model will not disappoint. IMHO FlyZone hit a home run with this model.
627168
The original version was rather limited in range at about 35 Ft where they claim around 100 for the 'improved' version The antenna that you see on the transmitter is a dummy and is actually inside the main case .It was the norm for people to do slight mods to the board increasing the range and all they have done is to do the same mods on the production models . They have also added LED lights alongside each engine pod which does nothing really for performance but adds a bit of 'bling' to the model . They claim some changes to the electronics board but I have fitted a new board to an earlier model where could not se any differance Still a nice little starter copter ,little bit twitchy but very soon overcome . Plenty information about this on RC Groups dot com
485609
I could never get mine to fly at all. One of the motors only spins up intermittently causing the craft to invert and crash. Just got it a few weeks ago but never got it to work.
2194788
The range of flight is pretty much the same as how far you can see the quad copter. I know because this is the seccond one I have had. The first one just dropped out of the sky and into the lake. If you can't afford to lose it, don't buy it, because DJI will not replace it....I fraught and fraught with Dji and the bad craft, but they don't replace the units at all.
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Yes, I recently purchased this as my first RC plane. Its very durable (did a nose dive into cement on second flight) and still flies well. I have a dx6i controller and setting up a model for this plane was super easy (basically the default plane settings). I would recommend getting multiple batteries as 9 minutes goes by quick. I'm already planning for my next more advanced plane.
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I would imagine this might be the older version. It was out back in 2012 so I'm sure by now they have come up with something newer. If I'm not mistaken I think I read something about a newer one. But I'm not sure. I just know this one has been out for some time. That being said, if you do not have one of these, it's a pretty good Heli to fly. As some of the reviews have said, it's not for a beginner but still not too difficult to fly for someone who has a little flying time under their belt and I am assuming by the question asked, you have some experience flying these. I have a lot of fun with it. I have six helicopters. Most of them are indoor size but I do have 2 that are outdoor copters. This is one of them.
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It is a remote control. I wouldn't suggest this as a first helicopter for a child; 12 year old to learn on, as it is a 4 channel helicopter. Now if he/she has had plenty of practice and is proficient with a 3 channel helicopter, this is definitely the next step up from there. It is an awesome 4 channel flying helicopter, but I personally feel it is a graduated step up from the basics of a 3 channel helicopter. I recommend the Syma S107/S107G R/C Helicopter Helicopters for starters. They are some excellent 3 channel; up/down, left/right, forward/backward flying helicopters for anyone that is just learning to fly and you can usually buy them for around $20. I hope this helps. It is a remote control. I wouldn't suggest this as a first helicopter for a child; 12 year old to learn on, as it is a 4 channel helicopter. Now if he/she has had plenty of practice and is proficient with a 3 channel helicopter, this is definitely the next step up from there. It is an awesome 4 channel flying helicopter, but I personally feel it is a graduated step up from the basics of a 3 channel helicopter. I recommend the Syma S107/S107G R/C Helicopter Helicopters for starters. They are some excellent 3 channel; up/down, left/right, forward/backward flying helicopters for anyone that is... » Read More It is a remote control. I wouldn't suggest this as a first helicopter for a child; 12 year old to learn on, as it is a 4 channel helicopter. Now if he/she has had plenty of practice and is proficient with a 3 channel helicopter, this is definitely the next step up from there. It is an awesome 4 channel flying helicopter, but I personally feel it is a graduated step up from the basics of a 3 channel helicopter. I recommend the Syma S107/S107G R/C Helicopter Helicopters for starters. They are some excellent 3 channel; up/down, left/right, forward/backward flying helicopters for anyone that is just learning to fly and you can usually buy them for around $20. I hope this helps. « Show Less
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As for this not being a good " 1st time helicopter". I disagree 100%. It's the toughest I have ever seen. If you fly it over grass, you will not break it in a crash.
819184
If you looking for something in rc construction but not too worried about the overall functionality or strength, you could try the Hobby Engine brand. I bought one and personally didn't care for it so I sent it back. But if you want to spend some real money I hear that RC4WD makes a pretty good line of construction rc. But your talking a hole lotta bucks. If your just looking for a kid then just get the $54.00 1/18 scale one here on Amazon.
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Should be similar to the v911, a little better though - flybarless is definitely better than flybarred. I say go for it, especially now the price is low! Just take your time learning it. I also recommend getting a Spektrum DX6i transmitter if you don't already. It's a great first "real" transmitter and works out of the box with all the Blade helicopters. You'll fly better than with the plastic included one, and it'll be all you need all the way up to large helis.