Flying remote controlled

Flying remote controlled (RC) helicopters - You might think that all remote control toys are easy to handle but the fact is that remote control helicopters are the ones that are the toughest to maneuver. The reason for this is that these toys are closely similar to the real thing. This means that flying these small machines is like flying an actual helicopter.

For one, the radio controls of remote control helicopters are rather comparable to that of a real helicopter. As such, one needs to be fully knowledgeable of the basic strategies to easily fly these toys. And although a lot of adults are the ones playing them, kids can also own them as long as they master the steps in flying any of these.

Moreover, one has to know and learn the parts of these tiny helicopters, including the mechanism and principle behind flying these toys. The moment you purchase one, it is very essential that you keep the instruction manual that goes with it. Don't make the mistake of throwing this away because it is there to guide you in flying it.

Instructions

1. Fly a computer simulator before even touching your RC helicopter. Flying helicopters in a computer simulator greatly reduces your chances of a crash or mishap, and is worth the extra $20-$50 you will spend on it.

2. Get a flying veteran to test pilot your helicopter before trying it out. This person can go through the pre-flight check with you, making sure you know exactly how to prepare and fly your helicopter.

3. Start flying short little "hops" on a flat surface. Just bring the throttle up to about halfway, and let the helicopter hover 2 to 3 feet above the ground. Practice using the trim (which trims out the rotors so the helicopter can fly straight), throttle and joystick. It helps if you can get a training gear, which will reduce the chance of a fatal mishap if your helicopter crashes.

4. Fly your helicopter at about 7 to 8 feet as soon as you feel comfortable doing so. Try practicing a figure-8 around yourself with the helicopter. Getting used to controlling your helicopter is vital, and this figure-8 motion can help speed up this process.

5. Practice the every day, trying to get more and more comfortable with your helicopter.

(source:eHow.com & Javed Khan Alvi)