10 Best RC Helicopters for Beginners in 2022
This is the list of the 10 best RC helicopter options for beginners in 2022 – by my opinion (and few others…).
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DISCLAIMER: No responsibilities taken – RC HELICOPTERS ARE NOT TOYS. Be aware of regulations and knowledge required to operate them.
0:00 Intro
1:05 OMPHOBBY M2 EXPLORE (RACING YELLOW) – “UPGRADED VERSION”
https://www.hely-shop.co.uk/product/omphobby-m2-explore-charm-orange-upgraded-version-2/
• Main Rotor Diameter: 400mm
Pros:
• Direct drive, easy to use and repair
• Good spare part stock in EU
• Cheap to repair
• Well known
Cons:
• Not all transmitter communication is supported
1:48 LOGO 200 Super Bind’n’Fly Combo (Black/Yellow)
https://www.align-trex.co.uk/helicopter-kits-spares/helicopter-kits/mikado/logo-200-super-bind-n-fly-combo-black-yellow-05504.html
• Main Rotor Diameter: 400mm
Pros:
• VBar NEO mini simulates the big heli behaviour
• Rescue mode can be integrated
• Almost the same as OMP M2
• Dedicated by Kyle Dah
Cons:
• Pricey
• By default cannot be used with anything else just VBar Control
2:37 OXY2 Sport
https://www.align-trex.co.uk/helicopter-kits-spares/helicopter-kits/lynx/oxy2-sport-oxy2-s.html.html
• Main Rotor Diameter: 435mm+
Pros:
• Cheap to buy
• Very simple to assemble
• Well behaving model
• Durable
• Gives the freedom of choice in components
Cons:
• Kit does not include anything, when it’s done it will be as expensive as anything else in this category (by default)
• Requires knowledge to buy the components
• Spares are pricey
3:21 Blade 230 S Smart RTF
https://www.align-trex.co.uk/helicopter-kits-spares/helicopter-kits/beginner-helicopters/blade-230-s-smart-rtf-a-blh1200.html.html
• Main Rotor Diameter 21.10in (536mm)
Pros:
• Everything included, no extra stuff needed
• Good price/value
• Old, reliable brand
Cons:
• Harder to get spare parts in Europe
• Less known in Europe
4:07 ALIGN T-REX 300X RTF SUPER COMBO (AC)
https://www.hely-shop.co.uk/product/align-t-rex-300x-rtf-ac-rh30e01xt/
• Main Rotor Diameter: 525mm
Pros:
• Everything included
• Well known quality brand
• Spares everywhere
• Maybe the best price / value combo
Cons:
• transmitter is a sort of cul-de-sac
4:55 Align T-Rex 450LP ARTF
https://www.align-trex.co.uk/helicopter-kits-spares/helicopter-kits/align-helicopters/align-t-rex-470/align-t-rex-450lp-artf-dc-rh45e32xw-rh45e35xt.html.html
• Main Rotor Diameter: 734mm
Pros:
• Everything included
• Well known quality brand
• 450 is the most popular ever model
• Spare parts everywhere
Cons:
• transmitter is a sort of cul-de-sac
5:56 XLPOWER MSH Protos 380 V2
https://www.hely-shop.co.uk/product/msh41514-pre-order-xlpower-protos-380std-v2-2/
• Main Blade size: from 325mm – 380mm (not included)
Pros
• Mature, proven model
• Cheap
• Simple structure, easy to repair
• Cheap spare parts
• Almost everywhere
• Almost the same as the EVO model
Cons:
• This is a KIT (no servos, even no blades – by default) – although there are various combos available.
7:03 Align T-Rex 500X Combo
https://www.align-trex.co.uk/helicopter-kits-spares/helicopter-kits/align-helicopters/align-t-rex-500/align-t-rex-500x-combo-rh50e18xt.html.html
• Main Rotor Diameter: 1054mm.
Pros
• Mature, proven model, almost as known and used as the 450
• Well known quality brand
• Spare parts everywhere
• Very reliable construction
• Kit contains everything apart from battery, charger and transmitter + receiver
Cons
• A crash is pricier (still affordable) due to its bigger size
• Can be terrifying
7:49 XLPower/MSH Prôtos 480
https://www.helicoach-shop.de/xlpower-msh-protos-480-mit-4015-880kv-motor-gelbe-gfk-haube.html
• Main Rotor Diameter: 425-480mm
Pros:
• Proven construction
• Cheap kit and spare parts
• Almost everywhere
• Easy to repair
Cons:
• Almost nothing included (even blades) (although various combo kits can be available time to time)
• A bit terrifying to beginners
8:49 XLPower – Nimbus 550 Kit
https://www.helicoach-shop.de/xlpower-nimbus-550-kit-midi-ts-servos.html
• Main Rotor Diameter: ~1260 mm (depending on the blades)
Pros (based on the predecessor 550 model):
• XLPower has proven in the recent years
• This is a model of the year, and will last for years
• Cheap spares (compared to competitors)
• This is a pro training heli
• Ideal for smacking
• Very calm
Cons:
• Almost nothing included (even blades) (V1 is available even in combo w servos, esc, blades and motor)
• Definitely terrifying
• New model, so there’s a theoretical risk of unforeseen problems
11:38 Summary and ending
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Rc helicopter taking off from a small airport that me and my cousin built which took us about 25-30mins
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Are you sick of landing your RC helicopter on a CD case, mousepad, coffee table or other random objects?? It gets boring really fast.
Now you can land on the Eagle Pro Helipad with installed LED lights & fully customizable design decals.
The Eagle Pro Helipad takes RC flying to new levels and is a must for every RC helicopter enthusiast.
Are you up for the challenge?
NIGHT-FLYING:
4 x Bright LED lights installed for night flying. Have you ever flown your helicopter at night? You can now!
ELEVATED DESIGN:
The 4 legs elevate the helipad just enough to keep your helicopter away from dirty or unsafe landings.
BUILD A GIANT HELIPAD:
Connect as many helipads together as you like and make a giant helipad. They connect perfectly like lego.
CUSTOM STICKERS:
Each helipads comes with over 30 decal stickers, allowing you to customize your helipad design.
DISPLAY STAND:
The Eagle Pro Helipads makes a great display stand for your helicopter between flights. It will be the masterpiece of any bedroom.
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An attempt to fly my CP2 in the garden. Having some problems taking off and keeping it level 🙂
Ah well… practise makes perfect (or at least a little bit better!)
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Today we discuss popular battery connector options, their differences and the different sizes available.
Connectors:
T-Style: https://www.amainhobbies.com/protek-rc-tstyle-ultra-plugs-2-male-2-female-ptk-5004/p14565?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_content=/protek-rc-tstyle-ultra-plugs-2-male-2-female-ptk-5004/p14565
4mm Bullets: https://www.amainhobbies.com/protek-rc-4.0mm-super-bullet-solid-gold-connectors-4-male-ptk-5035/p177896?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
5mm Bullets: https://www.amainhobbies.com/protek-rc-5.0mm-super-bullet-solid-gold-connectors-4-male-ptk-5022/p244690?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
XT60 (Blue): https://www.amainhobbies.com/protek-rc-3.5mm-trucurrent-xt60-polarized-connectors-2-male-2-female-ptk-5030/p150712?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
XT60 (Yellow): https://www.amainhobbies.com/maclan-xt60-connectors-3-sets-mcl4045/p506569?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
EC3: https://www.amainhobbies.com/maclan-ec3-connectors-2-female-2-male-mcl4154/p703685?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
IC3: https://www.amainhobbies.com/spektrum-rc-ic3-device-battery-connector-set-1-male-1-female-spmxca301/p802505?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
XT90 (Blue): https://www.amainhobbies.com/protek-rc-4.5mm-trucurrent-xt90-polarized-connectors-2-male-2-female-ptk-5039/p232391?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
XT90 (Yellow): https://www.amainhobbies.com/fuse-battery-xt90-connector-set-1-male-1-female-fusenp-11/p872341?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
EC5: https://www.amainhobbies.com/maclan-ec5-connectors-2-female-2-male-mcl4157/p703688?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
IC5: https://www.amainhobbies.com/spektrum-rc-ic5-device-battery-connector-1-male-1-female-spmxca502/p802518?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
RCProPlus PRO S8: https://www.amainhobbies.com/rcproplus-pros8-supra-x-battery-connector-3-sets-810awg-rppreb8806pros8p6/p298529?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
How to Solder R/C Connector: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uun9xgo0peQ
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For safe disposal Information, as well as general LiPo safety precautions, check out the ProTek R/C LiPo Battery Manual here: https://images.amain.com/images/manuals/Li-Poly%20Battery%20Manual.pdf
This is a must have item for any r/c enthusiast, the XBC100 Cell Checker: https://www.amainhobbies.com/spektrum-rc-xbc100-smart-battery-checker-servo-driver-spmxbc100/p892935?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
This is one of the safest LiPo cases out there: the BatSafe LiPo Charging Case: https://www.amainhobbies.com/batsafe-lipo-charging-case-bts-bat-safe/p698675?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
One of the slickest Battery Dischargers on the market: the SkyRC 30 Amp LiPo/NiMH Battery Discharger: https://www.amainhobbies.com/skyrc-bd200-30-amp-lipo-lihv-nimh-battery-discharger-analyzer-30a-200w-skybd200/p846308?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description
Need a budget friendly LiPo Balance Charger: https://www.amainhobbies.com/protek-rc-prodigy-610ez-ac-dc-lihv-lipo-balance-battery-charger-6s-10a-100w-ptk-8522/p696353?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_content=/protek-rc-prodigy-610ez-ac-dc-lihv-lipo-balance-battery-charger-6s-10a-100w-ptk-8522/p696353
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Horizon Insider Buying Guide: Best Beginner RC Planes for 2020!
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Horizon Insider Buying Guide: Best Beginner RC Planes for 2020!
Looking for the Best Beginner RC Plane? In this edition of Horizon Insider, we revisit our lineup and select the two best planes to begin your flying adventure with! Updated for 2020, this video features the updated E-flite Apprentice STS 1.5m and the new HobbyZone AeroScout S 1.1m.
Important key discussion points and/or content links:
– 2019 Best Beginner RC Planes: https://youtu.be/yo4QDq9pN6w
– Key things to look for in “Trainer-Style” RC planes: (0:34)
– Spektrum Smart Technology: https://www.horizonhobby.com/content/spektrum-smart-technology
– E-flite Apprentice STS 1.5m Discussion (4:11)
– HobbyZone AeroScout S 1.1m Discussion (6:08)
– AMA/Horizon Hobby Flight School: https://www.horizonhobby.com/content/flightschool
As always, these planes are available at your local Horizon Hobby retailer or online using the links below!
Planes Featured:
1. E-flite Apprentice STS 1.5m (https://www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=apprentice+sts+1.5m). The E-flite® Apprentice® STS 1.5m is based on one of the very best platforms ever designed for learning to fly radio controlled (RC) airplanes—the legendary Apprentice S 15e. That model’s large size made it an ideal choice for better visibility and the ability to handle more wind while learning to fly at an RC club flying field, and its inherently stable design plus exclusive SAFE® (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology made it easy to fly successfully—especially with the help of an instructor. The Apprentice STS 1.5m is a modern-day evolution of the world’s favorite club trainer that includes all the same great features while adding Smart components including an ESC, battery and charger (battery and charger sold separately for the BNF® Basic version), along with the option to add SAFE Plus® GPS-enabled technology and the all-new Landing Assist Sensor (LAS), to make learning to fly easier—and more fun—than ever before!
2. HobbyZone AeroScout S 1.1m (https://www.horizonhobby.com/search?q=HBZ_AeroSS). The HobbyZone® AeroScout™ S makes learning to fly an RC (radio controlled) airplane easier and more fun than ever before! It’s the perfect trainer because it’s very durable and is equipped with exclusive SAFE® (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology that helps to prevent overcontrol, loss of orientation and crashes so nearly everyone can learn to fly successfully. It also features Beginner, Intermediate and Experienced flight modes so you can choose the level of stability and control you need at the flip of a switch.
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