RC airplane sound systems have been around for a long time, but mainly only for larger IC airplanes. Very affordably priced, and because of their electronic stability magic, these little gems actually do make rc warbirds suitable for beginners! Sound Systems for Electric RC Warbirds These micro rc warbirds have had glowing reviews, and feature electronic stabilisation technology and 3 different flight modes (beginner, intermediate, expert) as well as push button aerobatics. The same planes can also be bought under the Volantex brand. Horizon Hobby have released a few under their E-flite UMX brand, and they've proven to be hugely popular.Īnother brand producing a few micro warbirds is Eachine. Radio controlled warbirds come in all different sizes, and micro types are readily available. Don't be fooled though, this isn't an 'unpack and fly' rc airplane - you still need good and sensible instruction with such a model airplane. The Hanger 9 PTS P-51 is a very good option if you're looking at getting in to IC powered rc airplanes, and want to start with a warbird. PTS stands for Progressive Trainer System and this particular rc warbird was designed with the beginner in mind, featuring certain things that make it capable of slower flying speed and more stable flight characteristics, just like a traditional rc trainer airplane. This technology has been developed by Horizon Hobby, and effectively works to make learning to fly an rc airplane easier - even a warbird.īy all accounts it's a good little plane, but being a bit of a traditionalist I still think it's better to learn on a trainer, and move up to such a plane - with or without helpful technology!Īlso, the fact that their Corsair wasn't in production for too long perhaps suggests that, indeed, warbirds don't make popular beginner subjects?Ī larger "Ready To Fly" warbird was the glow powered Hanger 9 P-51 PTS, also produced by Horizon. Having said that, there have been beginner-friendly rc warbirds such as the SAFE™ technology-equipped Corsair from HobbyZone. It's far better to learn on a beginner rc plane and then move on to a warbird as your second or third model, once you've got a few hours flying time under your hat. This combination means that if you try and fly a warbird with no prior radio control flying experience, you're likely going to get in to difficulties. Generally speaking, warbirds fly faster and aren't as stable as high wing trainers. >The following video shows some action from the Warbirds Over The Rockies meeting, a hugely popular event. Some I have seen at various shows just look like a real plane has been magically shrunken down in size, such is the level of detail.Ībove: the famous Mick Reeves Spitfire, surely one of the most accurate Spit-kits around? Photo © Mick Reeves. They range from simple 2-channel planes to giant scale ones that might take hundreds of hours to build.Īt the very top level, the serious aeromodellers build world competition-winning rc warbirds with amazing scale detail. There's a very healthy selection of rc warbirds to choose from these days, and they can be bought in every form possible kit, ARF, RTF, IC, electric. World War One (WWI) warbirds include the Sopwith Camel and Pup, Royal Aircraft Factory S.E.5a, Albatros and Fokker DR.1 (triplane) to name a few.Īirplanes such as those named above have such a rich history attached to them, and although full size ones are now very rare, they have been immortalised in many ways - including the manufacture of rc warbirds! Spoiled for Choice The North American P-51 Mustang, the Supermarine Spitfire, the Messerschmitt ME109, Focke Wulf FW-190 and the Vought Corsair F4U are all warbird classics, for example. It can be any aircraft that was produced to see action in any war, but the majority of rc warbirds are typically WWII (World War 2) fighters. If you're unfamiliar with the term warbird, it's a general name given to full size planes that have seen operational military service. RC warbirds always get attention on the flight line.Ībove: a lovely collection of various RC warbirds at a show. The looks, charisma and characteristics of many classic fighter planes, along with the historical stories that their full-size counterparts tell, make them perfect radio control subjects. Of all the rc plane categories, warbirds have long been ''up there' in terms of popularity. RC Warbirds - A Longterm Aeromodeling Love Affair! Home Site search Site Map About Me Contact Me Site FAQ Privacy/Cookie Info Testimonials
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