How Do You Fly A Radio Controlled Helicopter?
Radio Controlled (RC) helicopters present a moderate, yet fun, challenge to the beginner in RC aircraft. Just like real helicopters, model RC helicopters have the same controls on the transmitting radio as would be found in the cockpit of a real, full-sized helicopter. On the floor of a helicopter are pedals for the rudders, which control the left-right movement of the tail of the aircraft. To the left of the pilot is a collective stick that can be moved up and down, sending the aircraft straight up or straight down. The center cyclic lever controls forward-backward, left and right. Attach a training base to the bottom of the model helicopter to provide a wide base in the event control of the helicopter is lost. This base will keep the helicopter upright and provides a springing effect during hard landing, preventing the helicopter from being damaged. Remove this training gear once you have learned full control of the helicopter. Ask an instructor to work with you in learning each of t
