i need to know how to get hair out of my tail rudder for my helicopter?

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resean25

Hi my rc mini heli started to spin out of control when i used it. it did crash before i used it again and i looked at the tail rudder and it does have a piece of hair tied around it but it still spins and i was wondering if anybody can tell me how to get the hair or tail rudder off so i can fix my helicopter

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My kids have this little ones and it's real easy to pull the tail rotor off and remove the hair.

why does my SYMA S018 3Ch RC Airwolf Mini Helicopter keep spinning out of control?

Jullius

IT KEEPS SPINNING OUT I TRY TO TURN IT BUT IT SPINS LEFT!!!!!!! ALL OF THE THINGS WORK THE TAIL ROTOR WORKS AND THE MAIN TWO ROTORS WORK FINE AND THE BALANCER IS STRAIGHT. PLEASE HELP

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copters fly because the top rotor spins ( a big spinning wing)

the drag on that reacts back through the power system and tries to turn the whole ship in the opposite direction

the tail rotor provides a smaller force at a longer distance to provide the counter torque

something is wrong in the tail rotor power or thrust

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is Metal 3-Channel Remote Control Mini RC 6020 Helicopter any good?

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Daniel E

///i wont to buy it but not sure if its good .. and if it breaks easy or not/??????

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Yes, it is good. But, if you're a beginner I would suggest this:

http://www.amazon.com/Syma-S107-S107G-Helicopter-Yellow/dp/B004A8ZRB0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1313625384&sr=8-2

Best beginner RC heli out. Like the others, if you are NOT a beginner then buy a 4 channel. 3 channels are made for beginners. If you want the full expierence get a 4 channel

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I need help choosing a rc helicopter to buy i dont want to need professional training?

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Q. i have had 2 mini helicopters with auto stabliser but i want somthing more complex im also looking for something costing less than $300 (AUD) thanx for the advice.

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I just recently got into the rc helicopters and purchased the ESky Lama V4. These mini copters are perfect for a beginner or novice who is looking for a unit that is easy to control. Another unit which is the sister to the Lama is the EFlite Blade CX and CX2. Both the Lama and the Blade are what are called coaxial units which give you effortless controlling. If you are looking for something a little more advanced, Both ESky and EFlite offer larger models that require a little more skill. All in all, most of these units will fall within your price range. Hope this helps!

What kind of rc helicopter should I be getting?

Chance

My dad is going to be getting me something for Christmas, $85 limit. I want a rc helicopter. Ive only had cheap walmart ones before, so i need some expertise. Im wanting a namebrand fairly decent sized helicopter that will be able take some minor crashes. I did a little research and it seems that the Align T-Rex 250 is decent. Any ideas? Remember I have $85 to spend, including taxes and shipping.

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I wouldn't recommend the Align T-Rex 250, and it's over the budget anyways? The smaller the helicopter, the more crashes it can resist, and the cheaper the replacement parts are. Just the battery looks like it's 3 times more expensive than a mini helicopter, and you will need extra batteries if you would like to fly for more than 10 minutes.

Do you have a radio/controller already? If you do, you could buy the BNF version of the helicopter and it will be cheaper. If you don't, then look for the RTF version that comes with a radio/controller.

The Blade MCX RTF is $80 at Horizon Hobby
http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/blade-mcx-rtf-EFLH2200
It's a coaxil heli, so you will have to fly it indoors and outdoors only when it's not too windy. It can take a good beating, better than the t-rex, and the parts are pretty cheap.

These 3 are some I have looked at while I was doing research about rc helicopters when I wanted to purchase one. These are fun, you won't be able to do 3D tricks with them though. It depends how many channels was the one you had, these are 3 channels and good practice.

The Syma S107 is $27 at amazon. It's a beginner helicopter, but it's small and reviews say it does good in taking crashes (4 out of 5 stars).

The Helizone Combat fighter 3.5 Channels looks fun. It's $36.99 on amazon, and you can look up videos on youtube.

The Syma S107C has a built in camera, and it's $39 on amazon.


I purchased the Nano CP X BNF, and a DX6i receiver, and depending your age and experience, this is not a beginner one. But it's just something to look for in the future if you want to get into the hobby. The heli cost me $160 online, and the reciever/controller (DX6i) cost me $70 USED.


You could also suggest to him to look on craigslist for used ones, don't be uptight about it and demand a new one if your father can't afford ones over $85. I bought the DX6i for my boyfriend from craigslist, and it came in original box and everything, for less than half the price, and he loves it anyways. You could find a used Blade MCX or MCX2 for a really good price, and if it's from a person that looks like it's their hobby, it will probably be very well taken care of.


you or your father should check out this forum's for sale threads:
http://www.helifreak.com/forumdisplay.php?f=6

you can also feel free to ask questions on there, or check out the "newbie" section for advice, there has been many people also asking for a beginner heli, so you can read the responses.

Don't try to get a "professional" type helicopter because for those you need to make a bigger investment than just the helicopter. For an advanced heli you need an advanced radio, not the ones it comes with, and you will need to purchase a simulator to practice on because crashing the helicopter will cost you a lot of money!

Goodluck and have fun :)

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My mini rc helicopter small rotor problem?

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I bought a mini rc helicopter and it worked fine for 3 weeks.
After that the small rotor at the back of the mini rc heli stopped moving..
Would appreciate any help or i should return it.
Thanks

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you should try to unscrew the whole thing an see what the problem is.....broken wires

How can I build a mini 4ch OR 6ch rc helicopter?

Arbi

I want to spend only $ 50 and I want to build a good 4ch or 6ch rc helicopter.
Can you tell me what parts do I need?

Answer
go to a hobby shop and talk to the experts you can probably get a good deal. Good luck!

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The tail rotor on my Mini RC helicopter broke and I have a replacement but I need help.?

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seth w

I have the replacement, but when I put it on, it spirals out of control. If I look at the original and the replacement, they look identical!

What is wrong and how can I fix it?

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You need to make sure you have the tail rotor oriented correctly. It is possible to install a tail rotor backwards in some cases, which would just make your heli spin like crazy.

I could give you a better answer if I could see/knew exactly what type of tail rotor you have. However, generally the tail rotor must blow air to counter the rotation of your main rotor blades.

E.g.:
- if your main blades rotate clockwise
- tail rotor pushes the tail clockwise also

This stops the tail's tendancy to rotate counter to the direction of the main rotor blades.

Alternatively, depending on the type of heli, you may have issues with your tail gyro adjustment, tail gyro direction setting, or tail servo linkage adjustment.

Hope that helps

My Volitation Mini RC Helicopter won't lift off the ground?

Isaac

My top rotor blade and my equalising lever aren't spinning, therefore it won't lift off the ground. I only got this today so I'm not happy that its already broken.

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First question, is it fully charged?
Secondly if it is fully charged make sure the batteries in the back of the remote work
Thirdly try pushing the throttle up and down slowly, if that doesnt work make sure the antenna is pointed at the Helicopter.
Fourthly sometimes the batteries in the helicopter dont charge propely the first time, so charge them over night and try again.

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How is WL V911 2.4G RC helicopter?

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Potato

Please view pic here
http://static.rcgroups.net/forums/attachments/3/6/9/0/5/4/a4602821-196-hi794.jpg

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The chopper is the world's smallest or the biggest or the first something helicopter,I just know that this helicopter is said to be the first outdoor mini RC helicopter.It looks like a replica of a big RC brand.Some ads read that"the shape, material, weight, as well as the flight performance, with quality exceeds 90% as that "big" brand but roughly 1/3 in price!"I think that is reasonable.
Regarding its flight,It is durable and light weight, as it is made of very durable and elastic materials. Aims for beginners, it is crash proof. Flies perfectly stable and easy to control, it can stand up and take off even crashed up-side down on the ground! This is a great model with more reasonable price for everyone, especially for those who are new to the RC circle.

Beginner RC Helicopter?

Maria

I am looking for an electronic RC helicopter... I am a beginner, and want to start a new hobby. I have looked at the GYRO mini helicopters, and I have found that they are VERY stable. I have actually tried one out and liked it very much, but the problem is, I live in a small apartment. I don't ave muck space to fly this thing and my ceilings are not high. The good thing is, I live very close to a park with a big open space with no trees. My problem is, I want a helicopter that is very stable and I can learn on, but I can't do that at my apartment with a small one. I can get a bigger outdoor one, which I have seen are very stable, but then again, if I lose control of it, the heli could easily break. Anybody have this problem or any solutions?
Thanks!

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well big helicopters are usually more expensive and they are not as easy to stabilize unless they are coaxial because coaxials have 2 sets of rotor blades and they are amazing helis to start with, but they are not good with outdoors and winds. if you wanna fly outside the bigger is better because the wind cant throw it around. coaxials dont get really big but you can get "big lama" that is a beginner heli and it can stay up in some wind but not a lot. i dont recommend you starting with a 3d heli because they are hard to stabilize and if then one that you saw was stable then the pilot was pretty good! there is also fixed pitch but those are a bit harder to fly than coaxials but they are easier than 3ds. you can also get micro coaxials that are REALLY small but stable!
:D

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What RC heli should I buy?

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Tactical

I'm 15 and I wanted to get an RC helicopter. I've only had one mini helicopter before but I want to get an Intermediate helicopter, because I'm buying it with my own money and it will most likely be a one time purchase. My budget is only $200.00. I only want the single rotor design (Not coaxial). It needs to be durable and perhaps fast. Also, I would like it to be able to go backwards, forwards, side to side, up, down, hover, and turn left and right (for some reason I think that's called 6 channel). If you could also help me with my terminology, That'd be great. Thanks!

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For 200 dollars, you could get an airhogs, but they're for little kids. search for local hobbystores near to you and see if they have something like that.

Are there any rc 6 channel co-axial helicopters or 1 ch rc helicopter.?

NISSAN

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no no no. 6ch helis are usually for Flybarless helis. Never get a flybarless heli unless you know how to fly a co-axial.

what do you mean by a 1ch helicopter. if it were 1ch you would have throttle and nothing else. the very minimum helicopter is 2ch and trust me, there shit. if you are a beginner get a mini indoor 3ch heli, but if you are getting to the stage of bigger co-axial indoor/ outdoor helis, you can only go up to 4ch. that is up/ down, rudder left/ rudder right, back/ forward, and the 4th ch is banking left to right. if you are getting a bigger helicopter (any bigger than 35cm get a 4 ch to avoid blade striking) get one that is about 40cm, and get bigger (like 55cm) and so on.

I have made many mistakes in the past on buying rc helis and i dont want people to do the same things. One of these mistakes was buying a 1.05m 3.5ch heli. whenever it is windy, i can easily have a blade strike.

Hope this helps

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Can I make an RC helicopter using a computer cooling fan?

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NCZ

Can I take a cooling fan from an old computer, attached RC helicopter rotors to it,and give it enough downward thrust for vertical lift? Thanks.

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Its possible but difficult and even if you do get lift, its going to be difficult to control as you may not have the proper items to keep the helicopter from hovering properly
Try this instead - its already being done:
http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycle-your-old-PC-fans-into-mini-wind-generators/
or even this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SYOk0AUnUw

Cheers

Need a mini wireless camera with a monitor! Where can i buy?

SweetAsBro

I need 2 of them as i need them to be able to be attached to my RC helicopter. Anyone know where i can pick 2 of them up with there own monitor?

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Sounds like you just need a wireless pin-hole camera system. Try a YouTube video search: 'RC helicopter video camera'. Many of the posters state what cameras they are using.

Also do a google search with the same words. I found dozens of results.

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How do I Make a RC Remote?

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Alex

I lost the remote for a Brookstone Silver Bullet helicopter. I know that it's not a big deal, but I don't just want to throw it away. If you don't know the answer, can you think of some creative ways I could use the parts of the helicopter? By the way, this helicopter still works perfectly and the romote uses an infrared senser. Thanks!

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You could try contacting Brookstone and see if you could by an extra remote. Or, since they seem cheap ($29.99) just buy a whole new helicopter/control, and then you'd have an "extra" helicopter for parts. http://www.brookstone.com/mini-remote-control-rc-helicopters

Trying to build your own remote would be next to impossible (unless you're an electronics engineer, in which case why are you asking?)

Another possibility is to try a different brand of helicopter, such as the Blade series helicopters from Eflite. They are quite a bit more expensive, but they use what is called "Bind N Fly" technology which allows you to use better transmitters for the helicopter if you wish. As well as the Blade helicopters are fully repairable down to the last little screw or bit of plastic. I have the predecessor to the mSR X, and I love it. Tough as can be, challenging to fly (if you've never flown a heli before) but once I learned how to do it, it is tons of fun.

the Blade mCX coaxial helicopter (similar to your Brookstone in that it is coaxial)
http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/blade-mcx-rtf-EFLH2200
or
the Blade mSR X which is a single main rotor with a working tail rotor. Harder to fly, but much more realistic looking.
http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/msr-x-rtf-BLH3200

A question on how to make an RC Airplane controled by a PC?

DELETED

Okay so I always wanted to do this, what do I need to make a RC airplane controlled by a computer and has like a camera attached for feedback? Is it possible to get mini jet engines? Is it possible for me to make a RC plane hover? If so how?

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These things are all possible with enough $$. For example, check out http://www.cloudcaptech.com. The stuff is expensive, but it does what you want.

There are mini jet engines in the world, but they are extremely expensive, heavy and complicated for an RC aircraft, and they fly much too fast. I think what you really want is something that *looks* like a jet engine but is really a propeller. Those are called ducted fans, and they are small, cheap and easy to get from any RC model shop.

Any RC plane can hover if it has enough power--just point the plane straight up and give it throttle. If thrust>weight, it can hover. Hovering with the nose level (like a Harrier) is harder--it would require a dedicated lift fan, which I've never seen on an RC plane. In principle it could be done, though. But why not just build a helicopter?

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Which rc helicopter is better?

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SarahC

Both are the same price but I cant decide which is bettter.


http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3780300

http://www.brookstone.com/mini-remote-control-rc-helicopters.html?his=2~46337~2~root_category%40kwd~helicopter&bkiid=searchResults|C4CategoryProdList1FDT|7917825
Air Hogs Indoor R/C Havoc Heli - Silver/Blue/Black Channel A


u-Control Silver Bullet Mini RC Helicopters

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Get the silver bullet. I have one, and it comes with a repair kit consisting of replacement propeller blades and pieces. These things tend to break at least once, so it's good to get the one that lets you fix it. If you want customer opinions, they are there on the links you posted, so they should know pretty well what's what. There are always varying opinions though (some say it is hard to control, but I have no control problems).

I'd go with the silver bullet, anywho. It's a more advanced model than the other helicopter.

Best beginner outdoor rc helicopter?

BcRich145

I purchased a syma s107 last month, and im having tons of fun with the little thing indoors. Now i feel i'm ready to move onto a larger, outdoor rc helicopter( to be flown in slight wind ). For the money, what helicopter is best for a beginner? I've been looking on my own and theres just too many for me to make a decision.. I want to try and get the best heli i can for the money (<$150).

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I have heaps of mini helicopters especially the Syma S107- I also have the Syma S032 which is the bigger brother and is not infra red remote so flies out side on a calm day.

It really gets down to how much you might want to spend- If you start going into the hundred dollar mark plus you can not beat Nine eagles helis and of course models from Walkera. First consider cost if you are going to single coaxial blade helicopters they are considerable harder to fly and getting a simulator from Say Ebay for $20 is well worth it as you can practice on your computer. You see one is going from a 3 channel helicopter (syma107) to 4 and 6-7 channel helicopters which have lot more movement hence control gets harder.

I got a Walkera Dragonfly 4G6S 6CH Metal RC Helicopter with a brushless motor for $300 now I know that is more than you want to spend,however my advice is I know once you fly a 4 channel helicopter you will wish you had spent a bit more money to go the full hog as you will be totally hooked, The difference of spending $300 to $150 for a rc helicopter is enormous-built really well many spares available and easy to repair and made of high quality materials,also the remotes can be $200 on their own which are supplied with say the Dragon fly and can be binded with other helicopters.

In your price you can not beat the Skyartec NINJA 400 CCPM 6CH RC Helicopter for around $170- I have put some links to where I buy my helis below-hope that helps.

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Looking for a website that sells RC toys?

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psx2k1

Does anybody know of a good website that sells RC toys? I am particularly looking for an RC toy where the car has like 6 sets of wheels (the regular four on the bottom and two on top), and it can do all sorts of stunts.

I am also looking for small RC helicopters. these would make great christmas gifts.

let me know, thanks!

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Hi, I can help you with Rc helicopters

www.xheli.com

that website has 2ch helicopters (toys) at 35 dollars i think + FREE SHIPPING!!!!!!!!!

www.nitroplanes.com

This website has rc planes at a reasonable price.

www.redcatracing.com

This website has Rc cars (i think they don't have the one you want)
however, you can look the reviews of each car in www.youtube.com/alishanmao
He is like the review worker for them, those cars are mad fast.

www.bananahobby.com

They sell helicopters, planes and car, the bad thing is that the shipping is high.

hope I helped a bit.

RC helicopter replacement parts after a crash?

Txter D

okay, i recently bought a fixed pitch rc helicopter (E-flite Blade CP). Its still in the shipping process but a lot of ppl say a crash is unavoidable when ure learning, so i was thinking about buying some spare parts in advance but i am not sure on what to get. What do you think are some good replacement parts to have on stand-by? rotor blades? small screws? main rotor head? im not sure, but any suggestions are appreciated.
thanks

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Just watched some flight video of that heli on youtube, looks nice by the way and congratulations.

It looks like all you may need are a set or two of replacement blades. It's light weight enough so that a crash while learning will only damage blades...if that. Most RC Heli's today have a blade set up that prevents blade damage, but it never hurts to have a spare set.

Good luck, and have fun.

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Where can I find an wireless camera transmitter and reciver for a 1/10 scale Traxxas Slash RC car?

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Cabel

I would like to get an on-board camera that transmits to a wireless screen so if I am at a park or something, I can see where my RC car is even if it is far away. If you know where I could find one, please let me know. Thanks!

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raidentech:
"2.4 Ghz Mini Wireless Color Camera * R/C Spy Cam * for Remote Control Gas / Electric Airplane, Helicopter, Car @ 2.4GHz !!!! Designed in Japan using Sony/Toshiba technology"

xheli:
"Brand New 2.4Ghz HeliCam - a Micro Wireless Video Camera", can be used on cars as well.

hobbytron:
"Worlds Smallest 2.4GHz Micro Spy Cam! This Complete Kit is completely ready right our of the box!"

Looks like these are good for the RC vehicle. You just need to fabricate a mount for the camera. Enjoy.

HI, I am new to RC Airplane, and would like to work on mini camera for surveillance.?

anNa

Any suggestion for having camera which can gimbal?

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Perhaps something like this:

http://www.amazon.com/PLANE-HELICOPTER-HOBBY-CAMERA-AMSD12-4/dp/B005ZPA8F2/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1350944167&sr=8-15&keywords=rc+helicopter+with+cameras

When you are specifying gimbal, it seems as if you might want 2-way communication or real-time capability. That immensely complicates things, and you might not have the engineering capability for RF circuit design.

But if you attach the camera from the above link, you can do it on the cheap with a fly-by in the area of interest - kind of like the way it used to be done; i.e, U2 spy plane.

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What is a good RC Helicopter that i can fly from my iphone?

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Brandon

Hello i am looking for a good Rc mini helicopter for beginners that i can operate via iphone. maybe a camera on the helicopter and my price range is 150-200$ ish. any help would be great.

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iPhly app can help you :
http://24hiphone.com/news/iphone-news-iphly-app-lets-you-control-an-rc-airplane-with-your-iphone-1046.html

I need help choosing a rc helicopter to buy i dont want to need professional training?

Q. i have had 2 mini helicopters with auto stabliser but i want somthing more complex im also looking for something costing less than $300 (AUD) thanx for the advice.

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I just recently got into the rc helicopters and purchased the ESky Lama V4. These mini copters are perfect for a beginner or novice who is looking for a unit that is easy to control. Another unit which is the sister to the Lama is the EFlite Blade CX and CX2. Both the Lama and the Blade are what are called coaxial units which give you effortless controlling. If you are looking for something a little more advanced, Both ESky and EFlite offer larger models that require a little more skill. All in all, most of these units will fall within your price range. Hope this helps!

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Good camera that streams live video for rc helicopter?

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Andre Fost

I want to be able to stream live video from my rc helicopter. I don't want to spend anymore than $50-70 dollars on it. I would prefer being able to stream live video from my andriod phone to my computer so I can see it while it records.

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http://www.spycameras.com/item,cm-5804,coin-size-58ghz-cmos-pinhole-camera.html
This is the best i could find, going any cheaper you will either get bad signal or not-so-good quality video. This will not stream to your phone, but can stream to a tv, i used to do the same with my rc truck. I simply got a small tv and put it on the porch, turned the camera on, started the engine on my rc truck, and sat down and drove. It brings a new level of control to radio control.

Remember though, the camera may only weigh a few grams, but is powered by a 9v battery, so make sure your helicopter can lift it,otherwise you may have to get a larger helicopter.

What does determines the weight that can be lifted by a helicopter?

Hilol007

I am trying to find a RC helicopter able to lift objects, what determines the weight that can be lifted by the RC helicopter? The RPM of the blades? the blades' size?

Thanks

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in real helicopters, a lot of factors.

for the most part, those can be reduced to engine power and main rotor efficiency being the critical point.

engine power AND altitude/temperature are the most limiting factors for slingload operations, where you HAVE to hover with your load.
for internally transported payload, you can use rolling takeoff/landing, which enables you to lift more.

the MTOW and mass and ballance and other factors come into play, too.

for your application- be sure your payload is placed as close to rotor axis /center of gravity as practical.

anyways, for practical reasons all the "decorations" common RC helicopter has, they can be all removed and replaced with payload.

in small RC helicopters, the RPM of the rotor influences the lift. in real life, we use collective pitch.
yet increasing RPM is not a cure for everything. you have to observe blade loading from centripetal forces etc.

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My mini rc helicopter small rotor problem?

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I bought a mini rc helicopter and it worked fine for 3 weeks.
After that the small rotor at the back of the mini rc heli stopped moving..
Would appreciate any help or i should return it.
Thanks

Answer
you should try to unscrew the whole thing an see what the problem is.....broken wires

How can I build a mini 4ch OR 6ch rc helicopter?

Arbi

I want to spend only $ 50 and I want to build a good 4ch or 6ch rc helicopter.
Can you tell me what parts do I need?

Answer
go to a hobby shop and talk to the experts you can probably get a good deal. Good luck!

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What kind of rc helicopter should I be getting?

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Chance

My dad is going to be getting me something for Christmas, $85 limit. I want a rc helicopter. Ive only had cheap walmart ones before, so i need some expertise. Im wanting a namebrand fairly decent sized helicopter that will be able take some minor crashes. I did a little research and it seems that the Align T-Rex 250 is decent. Any ideas? Remember I have $85 to spend, including taxes and shipping.

Answer
I wouldn't recommend the Align T-Rex 250, and it's over the budget anyways? The smaller the helicopter, the more crashes it can resist, and the cheaper the replacement parts are. Just the battery looks like it's 3 times more expensive than a mini helicopter, and you will need extra batteries if you would like to fly for more than 10 minutes.

Do you have a radio/controller already? If you do, you could buy the BNF version of the helicopter and it will be cheaper. If you don't, then look for the RTF version that comes with a radio/controller.

The Blade MCX RTF is $80 at Horizon Hobby
http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/blade-mcx-rtf-EFLH2200
It's a coaxil heli, so you will have to fly it indoors and outdoors only when it's not too windy. It can take a good beating, better than the t-rex, and the parts are pretty cheap.

These 3 are some I have looked at while I was doing research about rc helicopters when I wanted to purchase one. These are fun, you won't be able to do 3D tricks with them though. It depends how many channels was the one you had, these are 3 channels and good practice.

The Syma S107 is $27 at amazon. It's a beginner helicopter, but it's small and reviews say it does good in taking crashes (4 out of 5 stars).

The Helizone Combat fighter 3.5 Channels looks fun. It's $36.99 on amazon, and you can look up videos on youtube.

The Syma S107C has a built in camera, and it's $39 on amazon.


I purchased the Nano CP X BNF, and a DX6i receiver, and depending your age and experience, this is not a beginner one. But it's just something to look for in the future if you want to get into the hobby. The heli cost me $160 online, and the reciever/controller (DX6i) cost me $70 USED.


You could also suggest to him to look on craigslist for used ones, don't be uptight about it and demand a new one if your father can't afford ones over $85. I bought the DX6i for my boyfriend from craigslist, and it came in original box and everything, for less than half the price, and he loves it anyways. You could find a used Blade MCX or MCX2 for a really good price, and if it's from a person that looks like it's their hobby, it will probably be very well taken care of.


you or your father should check out this forum's for sale threads:
http://www.helifreak.com/forumdisplay.php?f=6

you can also feel free to ask questions on there, or check out the "newbie" section for advice, there has been many people also asking for a beginner heli, so you can read the responses.

Don't try to get a "professional" type helicopter because for those you need to make a bigger investment than just the helicopter. For an advanced heli you need an advanced radio, not the ones it comes with, and you will need to purchase a simulator to practice on because crashing the helicopter will cost you a lot of money!

Goodluck and have fun :)

My mini rc helicopter small rotor problem?

I bought a mini rc helicopter and it worked fine for 3 weeks.
After that the small rotor at the back of the mini rc heli stopped moving..
Would appreciate any help or i should return it.
Thanks

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you should try to unscrew the whole thing an see what the problem is.....broken wires

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RC mini helicopter trimming?

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ImAguy

I got a mini rc helicopter today, not sure of the brand. I think it is called a super battleplane item number 8817. and the trimming doesn't seem to work. I can not get to to fly streight. Any ideas/ suggestions?

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I bought two of those Super Battleplane no. 8817 helicopters, and one of them has the same problem you describe. The other one does not do anything. It appeared to charge up properly, but does not respond whatsoever - after trying all possible switch settings - no action at all. So the day after Christmas, I returned to the mall where it was purchased, and of course, the vendor is gone. Fly by night. There is no warranty on the product so I guess I have no recourse. Chalk it up to experience. Caveat emptor. I'll keep trying the trim and tail adjustments on the one copter that's not DOA.

My Mini rc helicopter was working fine until now, now when i fly it, it turns to the left and spins......?

TCB1468

so i tried adjusting the trim to the right but it has no display of where it is adjusted to it just has 2 buttons (left and right).The trim really hasnt made a difference either. please help

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It's a good idea to use trim and co-ordinate your turns, and in general this should solve the problem. If, however, the problem persists, then I would guess that you would'veve thrown the tail rotor assembly out of whack. This may be the angle of the blades being improperly balanced, or a faulty motor, or something else. I would recommend that you take it to your nearest hobby shop to have it checked out. Above all, though, remember that a helo is not particularly stable and to fly it properly may be as simple as taking a few hours of time aside for some good, old-fashioned practice. Try and make your movements small, but direct and very, very precise. It's a skill that has to be honed very accurately.

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where can i find a R/C helicopter that can carry two small carmeras?

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T Man

i have check out, target, radio shack, wal mart...ect, and they all have the same type of mini r/c helicopter, too small to carry a small carmera.
im looking a one that can carry two carmeras or 1 lbs. or will i have to get one of them gas power helicopter for this project??
Thanks!!!

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uh huh... The previous two answers are weird... so allow a RC Pilot to lecture you with a few basic tips and ideas on what to get.

If you have never flown an RC helicopter, please do not purchase an expensive RC helicopter without the proper practice. It has been known that these helicopters have harmed innocent people, especially spectators. Gas helicopters are not necessary since normal electric helicopters are able to carry 1 pound in weight.
I would advise you to get the Blade CX or Blade CX2 for your project. The blade CX (2) is a known second entry level helicopter for beginners who are getting into RC flight. I have hooked up a camera to this helicopter and it has held up in flight for quite a while, so I would suggest that. This will cost about $189.99 USD.

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