Customer Reviews

The Basics of Radio Control Helicopters

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I found this book too basic. Most of the book is about choosing the right equipment. There are only a few chapters on flying. I found alot of this information by searching Deja News and reading rec.models.rc.helicopter.

This book is very well setup and organized for the beginner in mind. It does not assume that you know everything, and by the end of the book, you'll know enough to finally fly a helicoptor. However, the tech info is slightly outdated (1995), but it is still very helpful. I'd strongly recommend it. I'd also recommend getting Milt's Helicopter videos too!

I really enjoyed the book. Read it from cover to cover, then again, before making the plunge and buying my first heli.
The book is somewhat outdated on a few things (gyroscope, radio gears), but give the newcomer a good understanding of what it takes to build and fly RC helicopters. As the title says, it only covers the basics, but does a pretty good at that.

Even thought I knew this was an older book I thought I would learn some things of value especially since it said Second edition and updated. Unfortunately it was still too outdated. Almost nothing on electrics which is probably the most popular now. It also does not go into much detail. I thought I would learn something about Gyro's but very little on that subject and they are still talking about Gyro's with spinning wheels. Also was looking to learn something about building and adjusting but they pretty much say to refer to manufacturer's manual. I think if you're basically into nitro or gas there are some relevant information but that isn't what beginners start with and I would assume by the time you venture in to nitro your too advanced for this beginner's book.

A lot has changed in RC helicopters in the last few years, and much of the information in this book is dated. I thought it was alright, but I've seen equally good information and training exercises on various web sites for no cost.

Does a good job of going over the basics of RC helicopters but is a bit out dated for today's standards. When the book was written, the technology found in modern RC electric helicopters did not exist.