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The guys over at LaTrax have announced a new quadcopter called the Alias. LaTrax says the first objective of the Alias was durability, hence the reason it has a tough molded frame. LaTrax also says the motors on the Alias put out 50% more power than normal motors, so it should have plenty of power for pulling crazy stunts. Some [...]
The crew over at Heli-Max have a new compact quadcopter called the 1Si. What sets the 1Si apart is its “intelligent technology” from the on-board TAGS-FX system. The TAGS-FX stability system uses a 3-axis gyro and 3-axis accelerometer to make the 1Si super easy to fly, even for a first time user. The 1Si also has one of our favorite [...]
There are quadcopters, then there are quads with loads of options. The Ares Ethos QX 130 just might be kind of the hill for cool add on accessories. The QX 130 is a bit larger than the micro quads you are used to seeing. It has a length (including rotor blades) of 12.2″. The QX 130 comes completely RTF, ready to [...]
Our friends over at Ares have just announced their new Chronos CX 100 RTF helicopter. The counter-rotating blades, fully proportional controls, and computerized gyro make it easy to fly, even for noobs, while its ultra-micro size allows it to be flown in small areas like indoors. The CX 100 comes with a digital on-board camera that can be used to shoot [...]
Capturing video from an aerial perspective is a great look for your rc videos. With that in mind, Blade has just announced their 180 QX HD Quadcopter. The Blade 180 comes with a 720p video camera that also captures 1.3 megapixel stills. A 2GB Micro-SD storage card comes with the Blade 180 to hold all the cool shots you get. To [...]
If one motor is fun, two has to be even better. Parkzone has announced their new Mosquito Mk VI, a replica of Britain’s twin engine warbird. This twin-motor park flyer comes with loads of scale detailing and is said to be great fun to fly. Some of its specifications and features include- * Made from durable Z-Foam * Two 1300kv brushless [...]
Sooner or later everyone burns out. You can only huck a Revo off your roof so many times before you need a change of pace. Enter the rc airplane scene, a completely different way of getting your rc fix. Flyzone has a new AirCore airplane called the P-51 Mustang Cathy II. First off, what is AirCore? AirCore is a modular system [...]
The latest flying machine from the fine folks over at Ares is their Taylorcraft 130 RTF airplane. The ultra-micro sized Taylorcraft 130 is quite stable, making it easy for first timers to fly, yet has enough performance to make it fun for experienced pilots. Its small size also makes it easy to fly in smaller areas like a park or [...]
The latest helicopter to be announced by Thunder Tiger is their Mini Titan E360 ARF. The Mini Titan E360 is a flybarless 3D helicopter designed for performance. It is mostly pre-built, just pop in a receiver and 4S Lipo pack and it is ready to fly. * 95% pre-assembled * Ace RC 2700kV brushless motor w/ 50A brushless ESC * Flybarless metal [...]
Looking for something easy to fly to get a feel for the air side of our hobby? HobbyZone has a new plane for beginners called the Duet. The Duet is a very affordable RTF that is both easy to fly and easy on the wallet. Even better, everything you need to get up and flying is included in the box. * [...]
The new Inverza 33 from Hangar 9 is said to be one of the best balanced aerobatic airplanes you can buy. Designed by Quique Somenzini, the Impreza 33 is made for precise aerobatic maneuvers and aggressive 3D flying. You can power the Impreza by either a 30cc gas engine or by a 180 sized brushless electric motor. Some of its [...]
Thunder Tiger has a new uber 3D helicopter, the Raptor E820. We’ve all seen the crazy videos that showcase the physics defying flying that electric helicopters are now capable of doing, the Raptor E820 is made for doing all those insane maneuvers. Some of its features and specifications include- * New canopy design and paint scheme * Extra thick helical main gear * [...]
The crew over at Spektrum have a new transmitter for all your flying needs called the DX9. Just like its name implies, it has 9 channels and it comes with features such as voice alerts and a wireless trainer function. The DX9 also comes with a new feature from Spektrum called “forward programming”, this allows the owner to program through [...]
The crew over at Flyzone has a new plane called the Hadron Flying Wing. It uses a large fin and thrust vectoring to give it extreme aerobatic capabilities. Some of its other features include- * 2200kv brushless motor * Easy battery access * AeroCell foam, ABS plastic, and carbon fiber to make it durable * Able to fly knife edge The Flyzone Hadron comes in [...]
With the new ICON A5 from ParkZone you can fly off of land or water. The ICON A5 comes with easily removable landing gear, making it quick and easy to convert from one to the other. Some of its other features and specifications include- * Officially licensed by ICON * Incredible scale detailing * 2.4 GHz radio system * AS3X flight stabilization * 2500kv brushless [...]
