RC Helicopter Richard

How do RC Helicopters work?

In this video we have a look at some of the basics of how RC helicopters work. We cover the basics of how the radio controls the helicopters, powers systems and batteries, through to how the blades turn and controls fly the helicopter via the swashplate.

Basic Controls
What the sticks and switches do and what are modes?

Power
Where does the power come from?

Electronics
What are all the electronic components on the helicopter?

Drivetrain
How does the motor drive the main and tail blades?

Control System
How do controls work? Collective, Cyclic, Rudder?

Flight Controller / FBL
What does the flight controller do?

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