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Tuesday, April 15, 2008

RC gliders (and powered gliders)


Radio control flight in its simplest form comes in the shape of rc gliders.


They can differ between large scale multi function models to small 'sport' gliders, and are a great way to enjoy some peaceful, hassle-free flying.

The majority of gliders are flown on two channel rc gear, with control to either rudder and elevator or aileron and elevator. Either option is fine for starting off with, but a 3rd channel (ie rudder, elevator & aileron) is always a good option to bear in mind too.

'Sport' rc gliders like the foam Multiplex Easy Glider RTF (shown below) are a very good introduction to radio control flying , as they are easy to control and learning how to fly one doesn't take too much time at all.
A 3rd channel will of course steepen the learning curve, but will give you more flexibility in the air.

Many rc gliders, like the Easy Glider, make excellent 'all round' gliders especially with control to ailerons. Gliders of this type are also very stable and forgiving, so a wrong input at the transmitter won't turn into an irrecoverable situation! (depending on how close to the ground your glider is, of course!).
At the same time, they can handle a bit more fun-style flying (eg loops and barrell rolls) very easily..........read more

1 comment:

Sam Huang said...

Hey its really nice
Thanks for sharing this
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