| Seeing RC helicopters fly is always exciting, so much | | | | hobby is one of the most decisive factors when it |
| so that you probably want to buy one and start out in | | | | comes to choosing the type of helicopter to buy. A lot |
| the hobby. If that is the case, then there is one big | | | | of people spend a lot of money on an expensive |
| question you must answer: "what kind of helicopters | | | | standard size helicopter only to find out later that they |
| should I buy". The fact is that long gone are the days | | | | only have one or two hours a week to play around |
| when RC helicopter came in one type: the big, | | | | with it - which is not enough time to be a competent |
| expensive, hard to fly, hard to maintain, nitro-powered | | | | enough pilot to fly such models enjoyably. So this is |
| kind. | | | | what a lot of old hand hobbyist would recommend: If |
| Now a days, there are a lot of choices to choose | | | | you plan to fly just for fun after work or casually on |
| from whether it is a full-size nitro model, a full-size | | | | the weekends, then a co-axial model would be best. |
| electric model, a palm size fully functioning 4 channel | | | | On the other hand, if you plan to delve full-steam |
| helicopter, a 4-channel co-axial electric helicopters, or a | | | | ahead into the hobby, fly your helicopter every chance |
| limited capability 2 and 3 channel ones just to name a | | | | you get, and maybe even fly competitively later on, |
| few. Because of all these choices, the question "what | | | | then by all means get those expensive models right |
| kind of helicopter should I buy" becomes quite vital and | | | | off the bat. |
| not so simple. Make the wrong choice and you'll likely | | | | - Choose a model where service and parts are |
| end up with a helicopter that does nothing but collect | | | | available. |
| dust. Here are some things you should consider in | | | | When buying a RC helicopter, one of the most |
| order to find out which type of helicopter is right for | | | | important aspects to consider is whether or not your |
| you. | | | | local hobby store or hobby groups are able to support |
| - Get the right size. | | | | the particular model in terms of knowledge and spare |
| The very first thing you should consider is how big of a | | | | parts. |
| helicopter you should get. Helicopters come in different | | | | A lot of people order RC helicopters online because |
| size ranging from one that fits on your palm to one | | | | they could get it cheaper only to find out later when it |
| that is half the size of a real helicopter. An easy way | | | | breaks down that the only way to get replacement |
| to figure out which size is right for you is to ask | | | | parts is to order online once again. Needless to say this |
| yourself: "Where would I be flying?" | | | | can lead to deep frustrations. Make sure that doesn't |
| Where you plan to fly is probably the most overlooked | | | | happen to you by visiting your local hobby store and |
| aspect when people buy their helicopters for the first | | | | get a feel of what brand/models are favored. In doing |
| time. The reason is that usually people want to go for | | | | so, you can rest assured that the particular model |
| the "cool" helicopter that is as big as their budget could | | | | brand will have abundant of spare parts and support |
| afford. Well, that is great if you are primarily an outdoor | | | | base for you any time you need it. |
| flier, but that makes absolutely no sense if you would | | | | Last but not least, always remember to consider your |
| end up flying indoor most of the time. If flying inside the | | | | budget. While RC helicopter is a very enjoyable hobby, |
| comfort of your house is your cup of tea, then | | | | costs can run very high if you're not careful. Buy |
| obviously getting a smaller helicopter is more logical. | | | | models that you can afford and you will be able to |
| - Know how committed you plan to be. | | | | enjoy flying with a peace of mind. |
| The level of commitment you plan to be with this | | | | |