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An RC jet flies and then crashes in the ground!
Question by Dam God Didnt say Lifes rated R™: The first time for flying a RC jet/plane., Is it very hard? (landing)?
pretty pricy toys, dont want to wreck on first fligt, thinking about getting one..
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The Types Of RC Jets
Article by Victor Epand
Flying is an awesome hobby. Words cannot describe what one feels while flying an RC. It is a sport or hobby that captivates you and leaves you completely in love with it. For someone who loves the skies and is willing to invest, why not let your dreams take flight. You actually feel as if it were like flying the real thing. It is completely awesome, and an out-of-this-world experience. If you are a lover of speed and have the confidence of a professional, then you may think of flying a jet. It is definitely not for the weak hearted and especially beginners. They have not been created for learners, but for experienced RC pilots.
There are three types which are globally available in the market. But both require the necessary experience needed for flying. You either have them powered by gas turbine engines or electric fans. Do not think for a second that they are simple to handle. Both are very complicated and need the right kind of expertise to fly them safely. I will give you an insight on all of the engines.
Firstly, gas turbines are only a recent addition in the RC arena. Before it use to be propelled like a rocket and its journey was short lived. Today, its sound gives you the feeling that you are listening to a real jet. They are almost like the real thing and are not very cheap, so be prepared to spend a bomb. But they do make it more realistic. It is mainly fueled by kerosene (specially made for jets). This is ignited in a combustion chamber, which is then pushed through a series of blades in the turbine. You find them as single engine, twin engines or the impressive four engines.
The electric fan jet on the other hand works at a high speed within an area in the fuselage. Air is sent into the engine by an electric motor which increases the speed with the help of the fan. The exhaust that is then created is more than enough to give it a good thrust, in order to fly. The speed of your jet will depend on the size of the nozzle, as the tinier the nozzle, the more the thrust and because it contains no fuel, due to a moderate temperature, avoids the jet from getting damaged or spoilt early.
Lastly, the pusher jets have a propeller attached to the rear end of the plane to help push it through the air. It is the slowest of the three, but was one of the first ones to be invented. Now with the turbine engines come in, it has lost its importance. I would definitely advise you to please utilize this plane, if it is your first time. All the trial and error can be afforded on this one, as it is much cheaper. Then maybe you can go for the gas turbine after you have got all the knowledge and confidence you need.
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Let us take a look at the various types of RC Jets available and 'jet set' to fly high.
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Easy Airplane Radio Control
Easy Airplane radio contol - the basic rules.
Beginners should probably choose an airplane that is battery Powered.
It is not as easy as makers suggest to set up and tune a gas-powered model plane.
(It is not THAT difficult but I think you should get some experience with an easier plane before going on to higher things !)
A Ready to Fly plane complete with remote transmitter/control will give you lots of fun (and fun is what its all about)
You will be able to take off,fly around under control and then (hopefully) gracefully land your new plane.
Of course you may have to do some construction on it first - usually pretty basic stuff like glueing a couple of parts together and adding decals (transfers with insignia or plane type)
So that really is not too hard. (oh and they really fly a lot better with wings attached )
Modern planes are pretty robust and may have plastic undersides to help on landings.
Try not to crash yours first time.. although the plastic will help protect the (usually) Foam body.
You will also have to set up a few things on the plane itself to control it in flight.
These are usually Aileron,flaps and rudder in a basic model.
A slightly more advanced plane may also have speed control.
Basic models normally have the transmitter and reciever set up already on the same frequency. (do not touch the settings at this stage on the rc controls !)
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I would advise you to make your first flight in a park or other area of open ground without any trees
( trees seem to attract airplanes quite magically !)
I would personally limit my first couple of flights to familiarising myself with the controls
of takeoff and landing just like in a real full sized plane.
When you are really confident with your abilities as a pilot you can then explore the delights of
aerobatics with your new model.
Have Fun !
Once you are well versed in flying battery operated model planes,
then you can also graduate to gasoline-powered planes.
These planes require additional parts such as fuel line filters, fuel tubing, field accessory packs, etc along with nitro airplane fuel and after run oil.
Gas powered planes come in 2-stroke and 4-stroke form but the latter is costlier, while the former is cheaper, but noisier. These planes too can be controlled by remote control and their distinct motor sound gives flying a more realistic touch
of being in the early 1900s as compared to an electric motor, which is silent.
So, whichever plane you fly, it is essential that you get familiar with the remote controls to enable your model plane to obey your commands and keep crashes to a minimum.
Over time you will be able to make your plane perform difficult and death defying stunts
without any fear. So, take some action now. Get that RC model airplane and take to the skies with your feet planted firmly on the ground.
It might just be a good idea to try a flight simulator program and get used to the wonderful world of flight ...
However you start, Have Fun with easy airplane radio control.
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