Popular Remote Control Helicopters

Popular today are the Remote Control Photography Helicopters, models have small, micro video cameras that allow you to take aerial videos and photographs as the helicopter is in flight. Other popular remote control helicopters are the 3D gas powered kits and micro indoor helis such as the HumbleBee, Air Hogs,Ikarus Piccolo, Hirobo X.R.B., Smartech AeroHawk, and the Smartech Skylark.

Best Remote Control Helicopter

A common question is "what is the best remote control helicopter?" There are many, depending on your skill level. There are the cheap Humblebee toy type helis that are best for beginners, while there are the gas powered Raptor choppers that are best for experienced hobbyists.

RC Airplanes

Related to the flying hobby are radio control rc airplanes. Here is a simple website to help you decide whether to buy electric or gas rc planes, what are the popular models, and where you can buy online. Good website with info for beginners.

RC Helicopter for Beginners

Overview to help guide beginners and newcomers to the rc helicopter hobby. Find out why the electric mini and micro r/c helicopters are best for beginners.

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Introduction to RC Helicopters

The hobby of rc helicopters provides an avenue to relieve stress, relax, and simply have fun... indoors and out.

Battery Operated / Electric Powered

Now that rc helicopters are battery operated, the hobby is now easier to get started. RC electric helicopters are simpler and easier to fly than gas powered kits.

The advantage of an electric rc helicopter is that they are simpler in design, quiet, and some can even be flown indoors.

RC Helicopters Gas

These are truly for the intermediate and expert flyers. Gas powered rc helicopters are as close to real helicopters as you can get. Gas engines provide the ultimate in realism.

The advantage of gas powered rc helicopters is that they are realistic and can fly for long periods of time. Simply refuel and you are back to flying.

Mini RC Helicopters

How does the thrill of flying indoors sound to you? Imagine the fun of flying a mini rc helicopter in you home or even your office cubicle. A great way to relax and relieve stress.

Mini rc helicopters are usually powered by small electric motors. Some models are tethered, which means there is a thin wire connected to the helicopter as it hovers. This wire is connected to an external battery providing the power. Since the battery is external, you can use high capacity batteries and fly for a very long time.

Cheap RC Helicopters

There are plenty of cheap "toy" helicopters that can be bought for around $50. They provide lots of hovering fun, but these are not the true hobby quality remote control helicopters.

Guide To Popular RC Helicopters

Website with introduction, rc helicopters for beginners, the best remote control models, the most popular helis, discussion of various types, recommended helis and helicopters for sale.