where can I fly my RC heli in metro manila?

alrob

Where can I fly my RC nitro helicopter in metro manila?? are there any parks or large open spaces??

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Sorry, I am not from manila, but I could give you a idea. If there are big open parking lots, you could fly there. I am sure there are open spaces. You just have to look harder. If not, sell the nitro helicopter and then purchase some smaller RC helicopters like in the 400 size.

RC model plane fuel and radio?

N M

I am considering buying a rc model kit plane. the kit is a great planes piper cub 20. It was recommended to use a "O.S. 15LA Non-ring 10G Carburetor 871 Muffler", this is from america, but could anyone tell me if the fuel in the UK would work in this engine? As i comes with 10% airplane fuel. But in the UK it is 16%

Also should i buy the radio and servos from america as it is cheaper or should i get it in the UK? Is there a difference in the voltage or is it batteries used?

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The only difference I know of with the fuel is that a US gallon is different from a UK gallon. I can't remember if it's bigger or smaller, but it is different. The actual make up of the fuel is exactly the same though, 16% nitro will be 16% nitro wherever you buy it.

Check with your local hobby shop (but make sure you specify it's for a plane, the fuel is different for cars and planes and helicopters) I found this website where you can get 10% nitro fuel...

http://www.revolutionmodels.co.uk/acatalog/Top_Fuel_5.html

It doesn't matter if it's exactly the same brand of fuel.

The voltage will be the same, and the batteries will be the same for UK and US. If you can get it cheaper in the US then go for it. You will probably have to supply your own batteries, but if it's like a nitro RC car you can use normal rechargeable AA batteries.
I'm surprised they are supplying the fuel though, there are restrictions on shipping that kind of fuel because it is so flammable. You might have to double check with the company you are ordering from what happens about the fuel.

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where can I fly my RC heli in metro manila?

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alrob

Where can I fly my RC nitro helicopter in metro manila?? are there any parks or large open spaces??

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Sorry, I am not from manila, but I could give you a idea. If there are big open parking lots, you could fly there. I am sure there are open spaces. You just have to look harder. If not, sell the nitro helicopter and then purchase some smaller RC helicopters like in the 400 size.

How to reconnect my antenna to my rc car?

Jimmy

my antenna got caught in the wheel and now it is ripped off of the car completely

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Ops!! Don't run your car without it, but you probably already know that. You can get a new antenna and make sure it's the same length. Take apart the receiver and you need to solder the new one in. It's delicate work. If you can't, get a new receiver. Do you have a thin plastic tube that the antenna runs thru? If not, get one because it will really protect it. If you already have one and the extra antenna wire got caught in the wheel, then it's best to cut a small piece of fuel line or use rubber band to hold the extra wire onto the plastic antenna tube. I love this r/c hobby and have nitro trucks, cars, airplanes and helicopters, even an HPI 5B Baja Buggy and it's awesome. Hope this helps and good luck !!

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How to reconnect my antenna to my rc car?

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Jimmy

my antenna got caught in the wheel and now it is ripped off of the car completely

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Ops!! Don't run your car without it, but you probably already know that. You can get a new antenna and make sure it's the same length. Take apart the receiver and you need to solder the new one in. It's delicate work. If you can't, get a new receiver. Do you have a thin plastic tube that the antenna runs thru? If not, get one because it will really protect it. If you already have one and the extra antenna wire got caught in the wheel, then it's best to cut a small piece of fuel line or use rubber band to hold the extra wire onto the plastic antenna tube. I love this r/c hobby and have nitro trucks, cars, airplanes and helicopters, even an HPI 5B Baja Buggy and it's awesome. Hope this helps and good luck !!

Are there rules on flying RC planes?

BigArtD

I recently entered the world of RC planes and was curious about any rules or laws on flying planes. For example flying in parks, schools or even open fields, and also if the plane is electric or nitro powered.
I just don't want to fly in a school on the weekend and get arrested for flying a nitro plane.

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This is if you are in the United States. Generally, you do not fly within 6 miles of an airport. You avoid flying in crowded area. Like in malls, a huge concert, or like outside the city shopping mall. No matter how experienced you are. You have to take into consideration of mechanical failures.
You do not fly over freeways. If your aircraft comes down onto a car, the driver could freak out (we give idiots licenses now) and crash because their precious car hit something.
Nitro or electric, it doesn't matter. The size does however. If it is too big, it is required to be flown in a certified air field. If it is small, a park will do.
Be sure to fly in places where there isn't a lot of people and that you are experienced enough to fly. It has happened before. Do not learn in parks where people are constantly gawking at your aircraft and steadily is starting a crowd. If you do not know how to fly and that aircraft hits someone, you are in deep trouble. So fly in parks where there are a few people, with enough space to crash if you have to.

You are allowed to fly in the school as long as you are not trespassing and you are allowed to be there and there aren't any children running after your aircraft. It has personally happened to me, and their parents are stupid enough to let them touch the helicopter blade when it was spinning. My defense, "Why didn't you watch your child like you're suppose to?"
So to conclude, use your best judgment. The important idea is to not get anyone hurt.

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For RC Helicopters, Is there any landing gear for landing on water?

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paympinyoo

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Yes, there is.
For the bigger nitro powered helis, swimming pool noodles work well. Cut a section, slit it to fit over the existing gear, and zip tie it on.
Also, 2 liter pop bottles have been used.

Smaller electric helis do not need as much flotation.

Here is a video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zE4bd-B2jlw

Which remote control helicopter is the strongest (upward force)?

Bob

specifically one that can lift itself and 12.8 ounces of extra weight off the ground without crashing. Any price is okay and any brand is okay as well
I havent flown rc helis much but mostly little airhog things. I need it to lift a small camera so that I can fly it around and spy on my buddies during our airsoft wars.
preferably under $100 and not too big in body size or in wing span. Anything is helpful so any ideas will help!!!

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Give us more information. Use the additional information facility to tell us more about what you are trying to do.

Have you flown helicopters before? Rc helis, not the toy airhogs ones.
If you have not, then you are in for a surprise. RC helis are among the hardest RC aircraft to fly.

What is it you are trying to lift? Camera equipment is the most common payload. There are many different products available on the market that are very light.

What type of heli are you looking at? You can more easily get a nitro heli to lift a payload like that. But there are smaller electrics that do fine with lightweight camera gear.

Tell us more, so that we can help you more.

edit: Thanks for the additional info.
I guess I should have also asked what your budget is.
But mostly I need to tell you that you are going to be running up against serious safety issues. Hobby level helis are not things you can fly around people. They are not stealthy, and they can not be flown out of the line of sight. If they hit someone, they can cause serious injury.

Edit 2: Ouch. Under $100. there is no heli for that price range that can lift any heavy load. There are lightweight cameras, but the electronics to get the image to you real time is going to be way over your budget.

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How do I wire the servos on an rc plane?

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PAULVOLIO

I have been awy from rc flying for a while now.
I am not sure which channels to plug the servos and speed control on the reciever.
I have ailerons elevator and throttle.

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The receiver should have small letters by each plug in- thr, rud, aile, bat and such. If there is no label or worn off, then a common order is first bat, then thr, aile, ele, rud, aux. The airplane motor battery or main battery plugs into the esc. or speed control, then the wire out of the esc. plugs into the rud (rudder) slot of the receiver. If you know the brand of radio/receiver, there are lots of online manuals you can download. You can go to horizonhobby.com and bring up pictures of receivers to study also. What a great hobby, I have airplanes, nitro and electric cars, trucks, and several helicopters and what a challenge they are. Now go get er' flyin' !!

What is a good kind of toy helicopter?

Me, again

I want to get a toy helicopter for my husband and want to know if anyone has any experience with some that aren't those cheapy mini ones or ones that fall apart. I am willing to invest a little bit of money for quality... any advice?

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Hi meagan,
Good for you for wanting to get something that cool for your hubby. :)
I have several RC helis, and the first question that gets sent back to new people asking questions is what is your budget.
Next would be where are you going to fly it?
There is such a huge range, from $100-almost flyable models to $3000 killer stunt monsters.
Small electrics you can fly in your living room to nitro powered smoke spewing helis that are only usable at a dedicated flying field.
There are co-axial models (two rotors) that look a bit less like a typical helicopter, but are amazingly steady and easy to fly.
There are single rotor helis that are much more capable, but much harder to fly.
I have linked some good forums where you can read a lot more about which models work well for people. Read a lot. Ask a lot of questions. Feel free to email me if you have more questions.
Good luck!

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Are there rules on flying RC planes?

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BigArtD

I recently entered the world of RC planes and was curious about any rules or laws on flying planes. For example flying in parks, schools or even open fields, and also if the plane is electric or nitro powered.
I just don't want to fly in a school on the weekend and get arrested for flying a nitro plane.

Answer
This is if you are in the United States. Generally, you do not fly within 6 miles of an airport. You avoid flying in crowded area. Like in malls, a huge concert, or like outside the city shopping mall. No matter how experienced you are. You have to take into consideration of mechanical failures.
You do not fly over freeways. If your aircraft comes down onto a car, the driver could freak out (we give idiots licenses now) and crash because their precious car hit something.
Nitro or electric, it doesn't matter. The size does however. If it is too big, it is required to be flown in a certified air field. If it is small, a park will do.
Be sure to fly in places where there isn't a lot of people and that you are experienced enough to fly. It has happened before. Do not learn in parks where people are constantly gawking at your aircraft and steadily is starting a crowd. If you do not know how to fly and that aircraft hits someone, you are in deep trouble. So fly in parks where there are a few people, with enough space to crash if you have to.

You are allowed to fly in the school as long as you are not trespassing and you are allowed to be there and there aren't any children running after your aircraft. It has personally happened to me, and their parents are stupid enough to let them touch the helicopter blade when it was spinning. My defense, "Why didn't you watch your child like you're suppose to?"
So to conclude, use your best judgment. The important idea is to not get anyone hurt.

about rc nitro helicopter..?

Has

which is the best rc nitro helicopter?and how much playload can it carry?what height can it carry,and how long can it carry? and lastly what would be its cost..
i have to do a project for my college,,for that i found that if i could get such a rc helicopter my work would be much more easier......thank you

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The Walkera 83# is a very special Nitro Helicopter, it is using a 15 class nitro engine, which is a relatively small (but very powerful), and the total length is longer than a 450 class Electric Heli, but smaller than a 500 class Electric Heli, which makes it the smallest size in Nitro Helis. Walkera Factory did a good job on developing this 83# Nitro Helicopter, they want to make it a Ready To Fly package, they put everything useful on the helicopter, such as a battery indicator, a good quality Gyro + Rudder Servo, 3 X High Speed Metal Gear cylic servos, External Ignition Coil for easy access, Engine Fan, 4.8V Ni-MH Battery Packa and Charger..... etc, basically you just need to buy your own Starter and fuel up the tank, and you're ready to fly this Walkera 83# Nitro Helicopter Simply, the battery pack for 500 class helicopter is expensive, and Li-Po battery needs to be taken good care of, or they will fade very quickly. Such problem won't happen to Nitro Helicopters, you just fuel up the tank and you can play the helicopter for many hours, without worrying problems like charging battery or battery fade-out problem. And you get better stability, better power output and weight balance from a Nitro Engine, that's why you always hear about people saying "Nitro Helicopter" is the Original Way to learn RC Helicopters

Product Features

* Main Rotor Diameter: 900mm
* Overall Length: 820mm
* Engine: WK-15A (15 Class)
* WK2801 2.4G Remote controller
* Pre-assembled Nitro Helicopter
* Item Weight: 6.2 pounds

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