Ares Ethos QX-75 Nano-Micro RTF Quadcopter
Specifications * Length: 3.7 inches (95mm) * Height: 1.7 inches (44mm) * Rotor Diameter: 2.2 inches (56mm) * Weight w/ battery: 1.3 ounces (37g) * Motors: Micro coreless (4) * Electronics: 4 in 1 (receiver, gyros, mixer, ESCs) * Transmitter: 2.4GHz four channel * Battery: 300mAh 3.7V 15C * Price: $79.99 In The Box The Ares Ethos QX-75 is... Read More »
Six and a Half Things That We Like...
We received this new Tactic transmitter in for analysis and found that it offers an amazing features set, especially when you consider it’s VERY attractive price ($149.99). SLT compatibility means that it can communicate with the abundance of Flyzone models currently available. Alternately, you can purchase tactic TR624 six channel receivers at $19.99 apiece. An even better deal is... Read More »
Ares Gamma 370 Pro RFR
There is really something to be said for keeping a compact, easy to fly and yet fully aerobatic model like the Ares Gamma Pro 370 handy in ones hangar! Manufacturer: Ares RC Wing span: 37 in Length: 30.6 in Weight: 16.0-17.5 oz Motor: 370 size brushless ESC: 18 Amp w/ BEC Servos: 9 gram (3) Price: $99.99 Available from:... Read More »
Flyzone DH-2 Beaver Ready-to-Fly
Ok, we are not going to beat around the bush plane here. If you have yet to try flying off of water … you should go grab the Flyzone DH-2 Beaver Manufacturer: Flyzone Wing span: 59.5 in Length: 39.5 in Weight: 48 oz Motor: 41-19-850kV outrunner ESC: 40 Amp w/ BEC Battery: 3S 20C 1800mAh lipoly Transmitter: Tactic TTX600... Read More »
Multiplex has THREE Exciting New Models...
With the big Nuremberg show but a few days away, Multiplex is revealing what they have up their sleeves for 2013. Their new PDF catalog shows not just one but THREE new Elapor models for the 2013 flying year. Solius Electric Sailplane: Features a 2160mm wingspan, removable T tail and clear molded canopy Funman: Designed to help a beginner... Read More »
RCLogger RC Eye One Quadcopter
The RCLogger RC Eye One micro quadcopter is a robust and sturdy little quadcopter that uniquely flies on a two cell 350mAh lipo instead of the single cell pack that many similarly sized micro quads use. Powered by a quartet of brushed DC motors, this quad is designed for long flight times and extreme durability. Three different flight modes... Read More »
New Heli-Max Scale MD 530 Flybarless...
Full-size MD-530 helicopters are utilized in a wide range of applications, notably in combat and special ops. They provide armed support to both ground and air forces, with the ability to operate effectively in high altitude and hot conditions and a range of 250 nautical miles. Heli-Max has shrunk this popular helicopter down to an affordable, micro sized version.... Read More »
Sky Angel Katana and Screamer 50mm...
If you have not yet picked up and flown one of the jets in this 50mm EDF series, the Katana and Screamer are sure to make the decision of WHICH model you want to try first an even tougher one. Manufacturer: Sky Angel Power System: 50mm EDF w/ Brushless Motor ESC: 30 Amp Battery: 3S 950mAh Weight: 305-360g RTF... Read More »
Workbench Update: Heli-Max 1SQ...
We kind of blinked … and while we were sleeping, the entire world of radio controlled aircraft seems to have gone multi-rotor crazy! Our real interest in these new multi-rotored marvels is their ability to carry camera gear aloft. Lots of folks are already doing it but not everyone is doing it well. Getting quality media from airborne camera... Read More »
Flyzone F-4U Corsair RTF and TX-R
The F-4U Corsair is one of the most modeled war birds of all time … could it be it’s iconic gull shaped wing that makes it so distinctly recognizable?! This new 48 inch wingspan Corsair is from Flyzone and is constructed of their durable Aerocell foam. It comes standard out of the box with several cool features that many... Read More »
Flight Report: Durafly 70mm de...
For a company to roll back the clock and give attention to lesser known jet aircraft that for the most part have been relegated to museums and reference books is a dicey proposition to many. Durafly has taken a bold step and begun to do just that … Manufacturer: Durafly Wing span: 1100mm Length: 888mm Weight: 1050g Motor: 2700kv... Read More »
Coverage of the Second Annual...
Gonzalo Martinez, the driving force behind the relatively new event known as the Helicopter Scale Masters, asked if we HDFlyer would would be willing to attend the event this year. Lots of scale helicopters, visits from a real Huey, CalStar and other full size helicopters, turbine powered jet demonstrations, large biplane aerobatics demonstration … let’s just say that he... Read More »
Flight Report: Durafly 1100mm F4U...
This Durafly gull winged classic includes servo less electric retracts, flaps and a pre-installed LED lighting system! ParkZone had better check their six, as Durafly seems to be taking square aim at their popular series of electric war birds. Manufacturer: Durafly Wing span: 1100mm Length: 880mm Weight: 1260g Motor: 750Kv Outrunner ESC: 35 Amp w/ BEC Price: $133.25 Available... Read More »
Flight Report: Sky Angel Twin 35mm F-15...
Manufacturer: Sky Angel Wing span: 395mm Length: 550mm Battery: Thunder Power 2S2P 325mAh Weight: 200g RTF Power System: Twin 35mm EDFs Flight Duration: 3-5 Minutes HDFlyer presented a Workbench Update on this latest of the Nano sized Sky Angel EDFs a month or so ago (Workbench Update: Sky Angel Nano Twin 35mm F-15 EDF). After a particularly dry Northern... Read More »
Workbench Update: Sky Angel Nano Twin...
“One of the most notable features of this newest release is that the servos now feature an industry standard connector, negating the need to retrofit the servo connections.” Let’s get small! Really small! Sky Angel was designing and manufacturing “Nano” sized EDFs long before the major US based RC distributors decided to enter the market with their own versions... Read More »
Revolectrix FMA CellPro 10XP with MPA...
Designed by: FMA Manufacturer: Leo Industries, Singapore Distributed by: Revolectrix Chemistries: Li, A123 (LiFePO4), NiCd, NiMH, and Pb Input Voltage: 10-32VDC Max Output: 645W @ 32VDC Price: $159.95 USD Available from: MaxAmps Maximum Output: 1150 Watts Input Voltage: 100-240VAC Output Voltage: 24.3VDC Max Current: 47 Amps Weight: 6.5 lbs Price: $159.99 USD Battery charging technology, especially in the venue... Read More »
Workbench Update: Durafly 1100mm...
The brand name Durafly is a relative newcomer to the popular genre of electric radio control models. Models with a one meter wingspan are generally considered as being in the park flyer class of models. This is a very popular size of models and there are more than a few choices when it comes to selecting a model in... Read More »
Flight Report: Durafly 1030mm SE5a...
What do a SE5a, a P-47, a Corsair, a Mustang, a T-28 and a Vampire all have in common?! In a word … Durafly! Manufacturer: DuraFly Available from: Hobby King Wing span: 1030mm (40.6 in) Length: 820mm(32.3 in) Weight: 1220g(43 oz) Price: $160.00 USD Hobby King has been developing their own house brand for more than a few months... Read More »
Ares Ethos QX-75 Nano-Micro RTF Quadcopter
Specifications * Length: 3.7 inches (95mm) * Height: 1.7 inches (44mm) * Rotor Diameter: 2.2 inches (56mm) * Weight w/ battery: 1.3 ounces (37g) * Motors: Micro coreless (4) * Electronics: 4 in 1 (receiver, gyros, mixer, ESCs) * Transmitter: 2.4GHz four channel * Battery: 300mAh 3.7V 15C * Price: $79.99 In The Box The Ares Ethos QX-75 is... Read More »
Cirrus SR22T 30cc ARF by Hangar 9
Look at this LARGE scale beauty released by Horizon Hobby at the Toledo Weak Signals show this weekend! Key Features Officially licensed Scale-inspired SR22T paint scheme Authentic scale outline and contours Fiberglass fuselage, all-wood wings, and foam-core stabilizer Shares the same solid handling and performance characteristics as the full size Removable right and left access doors and tinted windows... Read More »
Six and a Half Things That We Like...
We received this new Tactic transmitter in for analysis and found that it offers an amazing features set, especially when you consider it’s VERY attractive price ($149.99). SLT compatibility means that it can communicate with the abundance of Flyzone models currently available. Alternately, you can purchase tactic TR624 six channel receivers at $19.99 apiece. An even better deal is... Read More »
Ares Gamma 370 Pro RFR
There is really something to be said for keeping a compact, easy to fly and yet fully aerobatic model like the Ares Gamma Pro 370 handy in ones hangar! Manufacturer: Ares RC Wing span: 37 in Length: 30.6 in Weight: 16.0-17.5 oz Motor: 370 size brushless ESC: 18 Amp w/ BEC Servos: 9 gram (3) Price: $99.99 Available from:... Read More »
Flyzone DH-2 Beaver Ready-to-Fly
Ok, we are not going to beat around the bush plane here. If you have yet to try flying off of water … you should go grab the Flyzone DH-2 Beaver Manufacturer: Flyzone Wing span: 59.5 in Length: 39.5 in Weight: 48 oz Motor: 41-19-850kV outrunner ESC: 40 Amp w/ BEC Battery: 3S 20C 1800mAh lipoly Transmitter: Tactic TTX600... Read More »
Multiplex has THREE Exciting New Models...
With the big Nuremberg show but a few days away, Multiplex is revealing what they have up their sleeves for 2013. Their new PDF catalog shows not just one but THREE new Elapor models for the 2013 flying year. Solius Electric Sailplane: Features a 2160mm wingspan, removable T tail and clear molded canopy Funman: Designed to help a beginner... Read More »
IFT EVOLVE 300 CX with Innovative...
The Innovative Flight Technologies (IFT)™ Evolve 300 CX is perfect for first-time and experienced pilots looking for a larger CX heli they can fly indoors and outdoors too. It’s much larger than typical ultra-micro and micro class CX helis for improved visibility and performance when flying outdoors in winds up to 5-10mph, yet the innovative and IFT-exclusive Collision Avoidance... Read More »
Venom Stronghold 25 Amp DC Battery...
Charging potentially volatile Lithium chemistry batteries can be a dicey proposition when compared the to the relatively stable chemistries that make up NiMH and NiCd batteries. There is not much room for error when configuring the charger and improperly setting the cell count or other critical parameters could lead to fire. There are no shortage of articles that provide... Read More »
Meridian 10cc ARF by Hangar 9, Powered...
The new Hangar 9® Meridian 10cc ARF sport aircraft will appeal to both veteran and novice sport pilots. It features a long fuselage and stylishly shaped tail surfaces and a generously proportioned constant-chord wing. Its construction is lightweight, without sacrificing strength or rigidity and is just oversized enough to deliver better visibility and great handling. Its functional flaps are... Read More »
BLADE 550 X Pro Series Kit
Blade has been working hard to produce quality helicopter products for quite a few years now. They have now stepped up to the plate, poised to hit one clean out of the park, with their new pro class Blade 550 X. Available in either a kit or combo version, the Blade 550 X arrive ready for you to assemble... Read More »
HDFlyer Holiday Dozen
We picked out 12 things that we knew we would like to have for the holidays. What’s on your list?? Durafly Sea Vixen FlyZone Select Scale Beaver DJI Naza Flight Management Computer Electrolyte Micro EDF RCLogger RC EYE One Model-Aero Polaris Ultra JTM 120mm SportJet Habu 2 Heli-Max 1sq Quadcopter Fat Shark Dominator Lipo Batteries ARF Upgrades Read More »
RCLogger RC Eye One Micro On-board!
During a conversation we were having after some quadcopter flights the subject of lifting a camera came up. Well it wasn’t long before the keychain camera came out and was strapped onto this little beast of a quad. The overall stability of the RC Eye allows for capturing some pretty cool video both in the house and around the... Read More »
RCLogger RC Eye One Quadcopter
The RCLogger RC Eye One micro quadcopter is a robust and sturdy little quadcopter that uniquely flies on a two cell 350mAh lipo instead of the single cell pack that many similarly sized micro quads use. Powered by a quartet of brushed DC motors, this quad is designed for long flight times and extreme durability. Three different flight modes... Read More »
New Heli-Max Scale MD 530 Flybarless...
Full-size MD-530 helicopters are utilized in a wide range of applications, notably in combat and special ops. They provide armed support to both ground and air forces, with the ability to operate effectively in high altitude and hot conditions and a range of 250 nautical miles. Heli-Max has shrunk this popular helicopter down to an affordable, micro sized version.... Read More »
Sky Angel Katana and Screamer 50mm...
If you have not yet picked up and flown one of the jets in this 50mm EDF series, the Katana and Screamer are sure to make the decision of WHICH model you want to try first an even tougher one. Manufacturer: Sky Angel Power System: 50mm EDF w/ Brushless Motor ESC: 30 Amp Battery: 3S 950mAh Weight: 305-360g RTF... Read More »
Workbench Update: Heli-Max 1SQ...
We kind of blinked … and while we were sleeping, the entire world of radio controlled aircraft seems to have gone multi-rotor crazy! Our real interest in these new multi-rotored marvels is their ability to carry camera gear aloft. Lots of folks are already doing it but not everyone is doing it well. Getting quality media from airborne camera... Read More »
Flyzone F-4U Corsair RTF and TX-R
The F-4U Corsair is one of the most modeled war birds of all time … could it be it’s iconic gull shaped wing that makes it so distinctly recognizable?! This new 48 inch wingspan Corsair is from Flyzone and is constructed of their durable Aerocell foam. It comes standard out of the box with several cool features that many... Read More »
Top Flite Mini Contender EP Review in...
Top Flite first kitted the original 40-60 size Top Flite Contender kit decades ago. This kit is still available but now it is joined by an identical, although somewhat smaller, sibling. The Top Flite Mini Contender EP is a 49 inch wingspan ARF that features a one piece, removable wing, separate aileron servos, and MonoKote covering. I struggled (and... Read More »
