Radio Controlled Helicopters: The Guide to Building and Flying R/C Helicopters
Author:   Nick Papillon
Publisher:   Special Interest Model Books
Edition:   2nd edition
ISBN:  

9781854862266


Pages:   176
Publication Date:   15 May 2003
Replaced By:   9781854862587
Format:   Paperback
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Radio Controlled Helicopters: The Guide to Building and Flying R/C Helicopters


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Radio controlled model helicopters is a huge and growing hobby market, and the recent developments in the design and manufacture of new models have resulted in wide range of choice which can bewilder newcomers to the hobby - a dazzling array of helicopters, r/c equipment and accessories. The second edition of this book guides the beginner through the maze. It provides all the essential information on the very latest products, elementary flying and basic aerobatics, routine maintenance, legal aspects of the hobby and joining a local club. * A completely fresh look at at what is needed to start out in the hobby. * 2nd Edition: completely updated with all new photographs which feature the very latest kits and equipment. * Rotorsport is the fastest growing sector of the radio control hobby. * Special Interest Model Books (formerly known as Nexus Special Interests and Argus Books) has been one of Britain's leading publishers of modelling and model engineering books since the 1950s.

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Author:   Nick Papillon
Publisher:   Special Interest Model Books
Imprint:   Special Interest Model Books
Edition:   2nd edition
Dimensions:   Width: 14.80cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 21.00cm
Weight:   0.227kg
ISBN:  

9781854862266


ISBN 10:   185486226
Pages:   176
Publication Date:   15 May 2003
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Replaced By:   9781854862587
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us.

Table of Contents

Advantages of Flying Helicopters. Where to Begin. Choosing the Model. All about Engines. Everything You Need to Know About Radio Systems. All About Rotor Blades. Finding Your Own Flying Site. Accessories and Training Aids. Building a Model. Installing the Radio. Setting Up the Model. Before Your First Flight. The Day Arrives. Hovering, Circuits and Simple Aerobatics. Routine Maintenance. After a Crash. Scale Models. Conclusions.

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