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Slow Flyers
Slow flyers are small and lightly built remote controlled
planes for flying indoors, in a big room or a gym. They fly at about
walking speed, thus the name slow flyers. They can be flown outdoors
on a still windless day. They are nice for beginners since they do
not require great hand-eye coordination or lightning reflexes. The
slow speed gives ample time to learn and enjoy. Try to find one that's
ready to fly out of the box. Extra accessories needed for flight can
quickly drive up costs and complexity to prohibitive levels for beginners.
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Yellow
Flames Palm Z Plane
Tiny slow flying plane fits in your palm. Innovative design allows
for slow, controlled flights indoors. Will fly for 4 to 5 minutes
per 12 to 15 minute charge of the built-in Li-Poly batteries. Controller
uses 4 AA batteries. Review and video: http://www.rcmania.com |
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Slo-V
RTF Electric
Comes fully equipped, ready to fly including the charger.
Requires a few minutes of assembly. The plane comes with two modes
of flight, a smooth stable flight for beginners and a stunt mode for
aerobatics and dog fights for experienced flyers. This popular plane
is probably the best no hassle entry model slo-flyer. |
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Carbon
Butterfly Indoor Flyer
Swiss engineered high tech indoor slow flyer. Fly it with precision
in any room 12' X 16'. Strong, flexible carbon-fiber frame adds sturdiness
to flight and weighs only 3.6 grams. Flight simulator and computer
interface included for PC flight training. The included four-channel
transmitter with two joy stick controls provides precision tight turns
and slow flights. The plane is powered by the included lithium-polymer
battery and the charger is built into the transmitter. A toy for adults. |
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WowWee
Dragonfly Flying Robot
Radio controlled dragonfly, with a unique ornithopter design, flies
just like a real insect with soft rustling sounds. Comes with a 2-channel
digital remote that lets you manipulate the dragonfly's speed, direction,
and height. LED eyes act as a power meter and the remote doubles as
charging base. Comes with a pair of spare wings and a spare propeller.
Flies up to 10 minutes per charge, remote requires 6 AA batteries,
30-day warranty. Winner of many awards including a four-star rating
from PC Magazine and an editor's choice award from Popular Mechanics.
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Park Flyers
These are slow flyers that are built a little stouter
and can be flown outdoors, in parks, yards etc. if the wind is minimal.
Both the slow flyers and park flyers represent the fastest growing
segment of the radio or remote control plane hobby, probably due
to the relatively inexpensive entry cost, maintenance and ease of
flying for beginners. If new to the hobby, be sure to pick one that's
ready to fly or RTF out of the box. Little
or no wind condition and plenty
of area is important for park planes to fly as intended.
With a growing following of flight fans there are
several hobbyist website's that carry forum
discussion threads about flying park flyers and
they can be a source for valuable insider tips.
Through the discussions, beginners can get a feel of what it's all
about. To find them just google the name of the plane followed by
tips, review, mods etc. |
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Easy
Star Electric, RTF
With simple assembly, battery charge and you're ready for a
fun flight experience. Quality components, durability and easy
to fly design makes this plane ideal for beginners. |
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Super
Sonic Radio Control RC Airplane
The motor can be turned on and off in flight to enable gliding
for extend flight time. Rugged plane just needs a charge to
fly out of the box. A good value for first time flyers. |
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Yellow
Double Wing Aero Ace R/C flyer
Same as picture except it's yellow. Easy to fly and crash resistant,
great for beginners. Full function remote control and ready
to fly out of the box. Lithium Polymer battery Included, 6 AAA
batteries for the transmitter not included. A very popular plane. |
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Slow
Stick ARF Park Flyer
The Slow Stick is designed to be big enough for flight in light winds,
yet slow enough to be launched just about anywhere. Simple to construct,
it can be flown using standard or mini-sized sport servos and flight
pack not supplied. See manufacture website for ideal configuration.
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Phase
3 Rookie EPP Micro Flyer RTF RC Airplane
A plane that's easier than most for beginners to fly and forgiving
when crashed due to its foam construction and rear propeller
position. Comes ready to fly out of the box. Great for fields
and open spaces with a wingspan of nearly 10". |
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Radio-Controlled
Cosmic Flyer
Designed for new and Intermediate flyers for long range flights.
NiMH battery pack and charger included. 8 AA batteries for the
controller not supplied. |
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Super
Cub RTF Electric
A ready to fly plane with a 3 channel transmitter for throttle,
steering and pitch control. Easy to fly and great for beginners. |
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Firebird
Freedom RTF Electric
A ready to fly plane, attach the wing pieces, landing gear and
install the rechargeable battery pack. Highly rated for beginners
with it's stable flight characteristics. |
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Mini Helicopter Tip!
These crafts are very small and light, designed for indoor
or no wind environments. Patience is required for good results. They
often need minor adjustments like balancing the rotors before successful
flights, counter weights are often supplied with the craft. Most importantly,
getting used to the controls, which are often very finicky, is crucial
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Reflex
Helicopter
A fun helicopter for flying indoor. Comes with everything needed
to fly. Counter rotation blades and two drive rotors with six-way
full function directional controller. |
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Hornet
3 Mini RC Helicopter
One of the lightest and smallest radio controlled helicopter
for indoor flying. Quick charger, controller combo takes only
5 minutes to charge. Good entry model. |
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RC
Mini Mosquito Helicopter-RTF
Scaled down version of the original Alien Mosquito. Ready to
fly with a 3 channel transmitter, AC adapter and battery included.
6 inches long. |
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AlienFly
RC Mosquito
This maneuverable craft flies with 2 LED lights for cool night
flying. Comes with a transmitter and a rechargeable battery.
For kids over 12yrs. |
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Spinmaster
Air Hogs Battling Havoc R/C Helicopters
The set includes 2 helicopters with infrared beam weapons for
indoor air combat. Target and fire the beam with the controller
and shoot your opponent down. The helicopters come with rechargeable
batteries and the transmitter acts as a charger which require
AA batteries. |
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XPV
R.A.D. Mini RC Blue 27 MHz
Robot Air Defense runs on land and flies like a helicopter up
to 3 stories high. Recharges through the 2 channel transmitter.
Requires 6 AA batteries. Fun. |
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XPV
Mini 2.0 Green/Black 49 MHz
Popular dual motor plane with a 2 channel controller. Plane
recharges through the controller which requires 6 AA batteries
not included. |
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Mega-Blimp
Combo, Airship-1 & UFO
The indoor flying toy combo includes the 48" long airship
and the 33" diameter UFO flying saucer. Both come with air bags
that must be filled with helium at any florist shop or party store.
Included is a remote with full control over speed, direction and elevation.
Comes with running lights for night flying. |
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