Rc helicopters have now come a long way. They are much more advanced and user-friendly and, as a result, have increased the number of new RC pilots who fly them. There are three main types of rc helicopters: gas/nitro, electric and micro electric.
Gas or nitro rc helicopters operate on fuel and are extremely powerful. They tend to be large in size and carry fuselage weight. They are also the loudest and require the most maintenance to operate. Sophisticated pilots should fly gas nitro helicopters since they contain many moving mechanical parts. Precaution should be taken when flying them in public recreational facilities, such as parks, and around others. Therefore, it is recommended that you fly gas helicopters only in fields intended for rc model flying.
Recent advancements in electric rc helicopters have made their performance match that of bigger gas nitro helicopters. Improvements in battery technology and brushless motors now make electric helicopters more powerful. They can perform acrobatic maneuvers and carry more weight. Also, electric helicopters have become affordable and their cost to operate less expensive, which makes them ideal for pilots who are looking for flying fun anytime.
Micro electric helicopters are the cheapest and the easiest to learn to fly. They are mainly used indoors, but they can also be flown outdoors during calm weather conditions. They are usually assembled and ready to be flown straight from the box. Simply charge the battery and you’re off flying! Micro helicopters come in different sizes, with the smallest being the most toy-like and inexpensive. Many other interesting flying toys have been created because of such improvements in battery technology.
