RC Planes, Drones, & Helicopters

We’ve all seen or operated one of the camera-carrying devices that hover over our heads to capture amazing images of landscapes and skylines. Drones resemble flying robots that are controlled from the ground or from computers.  Although you may hear stories on how drones are used to spy on people, they can be used in …

Drones can be an enjoyable way to capture the stunning scenery of the world from a sky-high viewpoint. Their aerial sights can video what cannot be seen from a ground point of view.  With all the technology that drones have, are they expensive to purchase? In general, the most powerful drones capable of long flights …

Drones are exciting devices to fly. They are like hovering robots that can take pictures from the air or do stunts. With all the new technology in our world today, drones are becoming more advanced in order to fulfill consumers’ wants and needs.  Some companies even make drones that are water-resistant. So, does this mean …

At one time or another, you have seen a drone hovering in the sky. They are unmanned aircraft controlled by a pilot on the ground using a remote. These drones are used for recreational use and photography as well as commercial use such as delivering packages and helping in natural disasters. One concern that many …

Way up in the sky you can see it. It hovers in the air and seems to be watching everything. Its robotic form and blinking lights have become all too familiar to us. It’s a drone.  A flying unmanned aircraft whose pilot holds a controller in their hands and guides it wherever they will.  Drones …

The Mavic Mini drone is manufactured by DJI Technology. DJI is the trade name for Da-Jiang Innovations (Great Frontier Innovations). DJI manufactures non-commercial unmanned vehicles (drones) for aerial photography and videography.  DJI also designs and manufactures action cameras, flight platforms, and flight control systems. The Mavic Mini drone has many great features making it a …

Drones are more formally known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Essentially, a drone is a flying robot that can be remotely controlled or fly autonomously through software-controlled flight plans in their embedded systems, working in conjunction with onboard sensors and GPS. Have you ever looked outside on a rainy day …

Have you ever looked up in the sky and seen a robotic flying device with blinking lights and propellers? This is a drone and it can be used to capture some amazing pictures of scenery from a sky-high perspective.  These drones have a lot of working parts to make it soar up into the clouds. …

Flying a drone is a fun experience. You can take pictures from high in the sky and discover new perspectives. Drones are similar to flying robots with an attached camera to take pictures.  Some of these drone aircraft are waterproof. If this is the case, is the small Mini 2 a waterproof drone? The DJI …

Drones can be used to capture images from unique perspectives and they are enjoyable to fly. Most drones have to be frequently charged due to their battery limitations.  This means less flight time and more charging if you are using the drone for long periods of time. So if you want to use the drone …

Drones are amazing machines that hover in the sky and scope out the world below. Attached cameras give drones a birds-eye view of the scenery and everything is seen from a new perspective. You can get the perfect shot of your property, or even become a Youtuber just showing off the sights from the air. …

Drones are cool gadgets to own and fly. You can view the world beneath you through its camera lens for awesome photography and recreational flying.  Drones can also be used for other things as well such as business and farming. Most recreational drones will have a flight that can last for about half an hour …

If you are considering purchasing a drone one of the things you are probably concerned about is how safe they are to own and operate. If you have done any researching at all you may have come across people who said that their drones blew up or caused a fire.  These types of articles that …

Drones are super fun to fly, and if you have ever flown one, you know that I am speaking from experience. There is nothing like your first take off with the drone and being able to watch as you fly away from the ground! This feeling is a great one that is hard to get …

If you own a quadcopter, then you know just how unstable these drones can be. There are many things that people look for when they are buying a drone, and stability is one of them. If you are like me though then you purchased a quadcopter only to find out it is hard to get …

If you are like me then you probably know that in order to fly a drone you normally need to connect a phone to it. The problem is that sometimes drones will not allow you to connect your phone to it for some reason. Sometimes it may be as simple as the Bluetooth on your …

If you own an RC car then you know that the battery is one of the most important parts of it. If you do not have a good battery in your RC car then you will not be able to enjoy your RC car very long before the battery will die and it will need …

When you think about drones, you do not think about them possibly being dangerous. Most of the time you simply think about how much fun they are to fly and all the cool things you can see by flying a drone . The problem is though that drones can be extremely dangerous if they are …

If you have ever owned a quadcopter, you have probably run into the issue of not having it be stable. Being able to get your quadcopter stable is something that every drone owner has problems with. Because making your quadcopter stable is so hard, many people either give up, or hire someone to do it.  …

If you are like me and you first got your quad copter you were super excited when you started to inbox it. The problem was as you began to inbox it you realized that you may be in a little over your head but you figured that you would just figure it out.  We were …

When you go to look for a drone, there are many options available. Some of these options are super cool, but you will have to decide if they are something you want. Maybe you are looking for an easy drone for a beginner, or maybe you are looking for a drone that can do flips. …

There are many people that own drones here in the United States and along with many people owning them there are a lot of unanswered questions that people have. If you have ever flown a drone before you know that there is a lot of information that you need to know before you begin flying. …

Have you ever been flying a drone, and had problems with it losing signal and not being able to get it back? Maybe your drone just randomly decided it was going to fly back to home base, and you are not sure if you pushed a button or what you did to make it return …

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An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) (or uncrewed aerial vehicle, commonly known as a drone and rarely as an uninhabited aerial vehicle or unoccupied aerial vehicle) is an aircraft without a human pilot on board and a type of unmanned vehicle. UAVs are a component of an unmanned aircraft system (UAS); which include a UAV, a …

An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) (or uncrewed aerial vehicle, commonly known as a drone and rarely as an uninhabited aerial vehicle or unoccupied aerial vehicle) is an aircraft without a human pilot on board and a type of unmanned vehicle. UAVs are a component of an unmanned aircraft system (UAS); which include a UAV, a …

For the hobbyist, it’s interesting to fly a drone in cold, winter, and summer. To them, there is no significant difference. Some people doubt whether it’s risky to launch a drone into the air at subzero temperatures. Experienced drone pilots know very well that when the temperature lowers, the battery’s performance that the drones are …

An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) (or uncrewed aerial vehicle commonly known as a drone and rarely as an uninhabited aerial vehicle or unoccupied aerial vehicle) is an aircraft without a human pilot on board and a type of unmanned vehicle. UAVs are a component of an unmanned aircraft system (UAS); which include a UAV, a …

An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) (or uncrewed aerial vehicle, commonly known as a drone and rarely as an uninhabited aerial vehicle or unoccupied aerial vehicle) is an aircraft without a human pilot on board and a type of unmanned vehicle. UAVs are a component of an unmanned aircraft system (UAS); which include a UAV, a …

An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) (or uncrewed aerial vehicle, commonly known as a drone and rarely as an uninhabited aerial vehicle or unoccupied aerial vehicle) is an aircraft without a human pilot on board and a type of unmanned vehicle. UAVs are a component of an unmanned aircraft system (UAS); which include a UAV, a …

Have you ever thought about purchasing a drone, but you weren’t sure if they were fun or lasted very long? Maybe you just purchased your first drone, and you want to know about the battery in the drone and why it seems to die so fast. Well, in this article we will go over everything …

According to the statistics, there are over 1.3 million drones registered up to date with the Federal AviationAdministration. This is an exponential increase since the law to register drones was voted for in 2016. This number only shows how these flying machines are starting to pose a real serious threat to the aircraft industry. There …

Have you ever been in your house and thought that you heard a drone flying over your house? Maybe you were in your backyard and saw someone flying a drone over your house. Well, in this article we will go over everything you need to know about drones and what you can do when one …

Controlling an aircraft by flight controller was just an idea at one point just like flying cars. Previously, it had been impossible, but today it isn’t. This is because of the innovative extraordinary inventions of recent technology. This technology has made many people’s dreams come true. Today, many people fly drones, and it is possible …

Have you ever purchased a drone, and for some reason it wouldn’t take off? Maybe you have owned a drone for a while, but for some reason today it just won’t take off. Well, in this article we will go over everything you need to know about drones and why they won’t take off.  So …

As time progresses, drones are not only becoming popular but additionally quite affordable. This has resulted in more purchases of drones by people and thus highly increased fliers. While some people may think of drones as just simple toys they can play around with, they have proven to be of great vitality. For example, drones …

Have you ever owned an RC plane and wondered what would happen if it goes out of range? Maybe you are looking at purchasing your first RC plane and you want to make sure you buy one that won’t crash if it goes out of range. Well, in this article we will go over everything …

Most of us have thought about this question before, especially those of us who have flown a drone or are in the process of purchasing one. Many of us think that when a drone runs out of its power source from a battery mid flight, it will undoubtedly come crashing down. This is not always …

Today drones come in multiple shapes, sizes and usefulness. They are used by firefighters, police departments, entrepreneurs, engineers, photographers, videographers, and many other people from a variety of professions for their daily everyday work. Today it is no longer possible to live in a world without drones, as they are already widely used for numerous …

Have you ever gone to purchase an RC helicopter and realized that some of them have two rotors while others of them only have one? Maybe you are wondering if two is better than one, or if there is even a difference. Well, in this article we will go over everything you need to know …

Have you ever wondered about the future of drones and what the future might hold for them? Maybe you are thinking about flying cars, or maybe you are thinking about them being used to fight the next big war. Well, if you are thinking about them in regards to celebrations, you may be thinking about …

An unmanned aircraft is typically known as a drone. It’s one of the greatest spectacular inventions of the modern and innovative era. An aircraft that can fly without a human pilot or onboard computer is called a drone. It can fly smoothly. It is controlled by a remote controller and a mobile phone device.  From …

Have you ever wondered about taking a drone on a train? Maybe you are going on a trip soon, and you wondered what would happen if you flew your drone on the inside of a train? Well, in this article we will go over everything you need to know about flying a drone on a …

Have you ever wondered if you purchased a brand new 5G drone if it will still work with your old 4g phone? Maybe you just purchased a new drone and you did not realize that it was 5G until after you purchased it. Well on this article we will go over everything we need to …

Have you ever been looking at buying a Phantom drone, but you were not sure which one was the best? Maybe your friend just purchased one, and wants to know if it is the best one available. Well, in this article we will go over everything you need to know about Phantom drones.  So which …

Have you ever been in your backyard and watched a drone land in your yard? Maybe you have just seen on the news recently that people are using drones to spy on people and you want to know what you should do if a drone lands on your property. Well, in this article we will …

Have you ever purchased a new drone, and were super excited to play with it, but when you went to set it up, it would not connect to your phone? Maybe you have had this drone for a while and for some reason today it will not connect to your phone. Well, in this article …

Have you ever purchased a drone and thought about racing it? Maybe you are flipping through channels and just witnessed your first drone race! Well, now that you are hooked, I’m sure you are wondering if it is an Esport. Well, in this article we will go over everything you need to know about drone …

Have you ever owned a drone and had a problem with it connecting to the controller? Maybe you just purchased your first drone, and you cannot get the controller to connect right. Well, in this article we will go over everything you need to know about drones and how to connect them to the controller.  …

Have you ever been flying a drone and all of a sudden you didn’t have control over it and it just flew away from you? Maybe this has happened to the drone you are flying and you were only borrowing the drone. Well, in this article we will go over everything you need to know …

Since the 1920’s people have been dreaming about personalized air transportation. Fighter pilot E.V. Rickenbacker in the 1924 issue of journal “Ace of Aces” has told that the people should expect the flying cars by the year 1944. It has been many decades since the prediction and still, we have cars which are bound to …

Have you ever been trying to use your drone, but have had problems with the drone or controller beeping? Maybe you are just starting off with your first drone, and you are not sure what the beeping means. Well, in this article we will go over everything you need to know about your drone or …

Grass or paved surfaces are the two surfaces recommended for landing RC planes. Though these surfaces are distinct and come with their own challenges, landing RC planes on either of them follow mostly the same pattern.  RC planes are breathtaking innovations, and the excitement they provide while you are in charge and controlling them up …

When you are looking to buy a quadcopter or any type of remote control vehicle there are two types of motors that you will come across. Those motors are brushed and brushless.  There are a few differences between these two types of motor but without a doubt the brushless ones are way more powerful and …

Drones have rapidly increased in popularity since they were first released and that is unlikely to subside anytime soon. This is especially true since there are so many more companies manufacturing them now so while they used to cost thousands now an excellent quality drone can be purchased for a few hundred.  With this increase …

If there was a list of sports that would likely never get old to watch or participate in then drone racing would definitely be one of them. It is a kind of sport wherein the players fly drones using FPV (first-person view) systems. The drones are equipped with cameras and pilots of the drones are …

Having a new experience of flying a drone can be quite difficult for beginners to get the hang of however many drones have features like hover, auto land, etc. that are extremely helpful to allow even the newest drone pilot to easily control their drone. One issue with many of these features is that they …

Drones today are well known for a variety of uses. They can be used for anything from transporting heavy objects/items to taking aerial photographs. According to the Federal Aviation Administration or FAA, the sales of drones have grown from 2.5 million units in 2016 to 7 million units in 2020. This is a 180% rise …

On a general note, RC Helicopters rarely have long battery life. At most, most recreational RC helicopters deliver 15-20 minutes of runtime, and then it’s done. Regardless, RC Helicopters are an incredibly fun hobby for anyone who wants to fly without even getting in the air.  There are many different types of RC helicopters available …

If you are new to the world of recreational drones you likely have tons of questions about drones and specifically about what powers them… their batteries.  In this article we will try to answer some of the most common questions that people have about drone batteries including whether those batteries are rechargeable.  Normal drone batteries …

Drones are known to be very useful gadgets and they are undoubtedly a very advanced piece of modern technology. Drones are built for a variety of uses with some of the uses of a drone include delivering packages, taking aerial photographs, doing surveillance, helping in farming and agriculture, fighting wildfires, preventing poaching of endangered species, …

Drones are a really cool thing to own, and even though you may not exactly have the need for it now, there’s likely going to be a need for one in the future and in the meantime they are a blast to use!  In any case, if you’re reading this article, it’s probably because you …

Drones have become incredibly popular over the years and they continue to become more and more popular as well. However with all this popularity more and more people are having issues with their drones not connecting to the controller.  Of course this happens for a wide variety of reasons including the batteries of the controller …

Drone racing can be a quite exciting sport but there have been concerns for many years regarding the legality of it. For example in 2014 the FAA made a statement that drones always had to be in the direct line of sight of the person flying the drone which would mean that FPV racing was …

If you have owned a quadcopter for long you likely have wondered whether one of the motors has started to go bad if you experience any issues while flying or a sudden change in the amount of power that it has. Of course changes like this can happen for many other reasons as well so …

If you have a drone and have been looking for different accessories for your drone you might have come across something called antenna boosters or a range extender that are designed to increase the range of your drone.  Of course when you first see these devices your first question is likely whether they work or …

RC jets are one of the most fun RC vehicles that are on the market especially if you are a speed junkie like me. Some people prefer the subtitles of rock crawlers it’s other RC vehicles but personally I love RC vehicles that simply go fast!  RC jets certainly fit that description!  Of course the …

Drones have become more and more popular over the years and even now they are one of the most sought after electronic devices. Drones are popular with their many different uses but a common question that people often ask is how much can drones lift?  Of course there are many different things that people wonder …

Controlling unwanted birds and animals and keeping them from entering your farming area is a crucial task. Needless to say, having some cool technology to help to do so makes things a lot easier. With the constant advancements in technology and specifically drone technology you can now use drones to chase off geese or other …

Drones have continued to grow in popularity in recent years because of how incredibly versatile they are and the many features that they offer. Drones are especially useful in capturing some amazing pictures or videos but nothing captures our imagination more than pictures of extreme weather taken from high in the sky!  Many people make …

If you are a drone owner this is probably a common question that you wonder about. The problem with this question is it could mean two different things to two different people. It could mean you are wondering whether your drone can be tracked by a third party such as the government or drone manufacturer …

A jet engine is a kind of reaction engine that moves a fast-moving jet using jet propulsion to generate thrust. Even though this loose definition may include water jets, rockets, and hybrid propulsion, “jet engine” normally refers to an air using jet engine like a turbofan, turbojet, pulse jet, or ramjet. Also generally speaking, jet …

We are living in such an exciting world today that you can now comfortably buy your own drone and use it to pursue your aerial interests. Whether it is that you are learning how to fly, making a movie, taking pictures, racing, etc. or whether it’s for business or just for pure recreation drones have …

If you have had your drone for very long you have likely run into an issue at one point or another where the drone battery wouldn’t charge. Issues like this are relatively common with drones and other electronics with large battery packs but that doesn’t mean we like it or that we don’t want to …

Without a doubt the propellers are a fundamental element of a drone, afterall without propellers your drone would never leave the ground. One bad thing about propellers is that they often need to be replaced and if you have multiple drones that can start to eat into your budget quite quickly.  Of course buying propellers …

Drones have been around for quite some time with the first unmanned aerial vehicle actually coming out during World War I. Drones have certainly changed quite a bit since then as technology has continued to advance at a rapid pace.  While drones used to be only made by large companies and used by governments there …

It is true, all model aircraft need to be kept as light as possible for optimal performance. The weight of RC planes is different based on the model and kit so it is hard to say exactly how much an RC plane weighs without looking at a specific model.  In general most RC planes will …

Commercial drones are now widely available for a variety of purposes, including aerial advertisements. The best thing about a drone is that it can be low flying, high flying, tiny or huge.  Their varying sizes and capabilities make them unique and possible to use for a variety of purposes. The makers of drones can easily …

If you have a collection of RC planes then you will probably find the need to hang up an RC plane. Hanging RC planes from the ceiling will take a much smaller amount of space, you can store many RC planes, and it is also much safer for your planes.  There are many different ways …

Are you planning a vacation and don’t want to leave your flying buddy behind? You’re not alone. No doubt, drones can be such a cool thing to travel with, especially when you’re an enthusiast who wouldn’t want to be missing your drone when you get to your final destination.  Plus, you might also have plans …

RC planes are a ton of fun to use but they also require a decent amount of expertise to make sure that your plane stays in the air rather than crashing.  One piece of information that anyone who flies an RC plane needs to know is how long the battery will last. Certainly the last …

If you are newer to using RC planes then you will likely be a little concerned if you figure out that your RC plane is nose heavy. Finding out it is nose heavy is one thing but knowing what happens if it is nose heavy is vitally important too!  When a plane is nose heavy …

There are tons of different drones on the market and that number has continued to increase over the years. Despite this rise in competition DJI drones are still considered to be the best of the best.  When people think of drones they think of DJI but are DJI drones easy to fly for beginners? Would …

Do you have a DJI Phantom drone and are curious if you can swap out the batteries with a different drone you own? Maybe you found a different Phantom drone for super cheap and are wondering if you can use the batteries from it on your Phantom model.  Well if you are wondering if the …

If you just got a DJI Spark or you’ve had one for a while it is quite likely that either you’ve seen other drones flying in the rain or you are at least curious whether yours can be used in the rain. With the great camera that it has on it it would certainly take …

Drones are a very common sight nowadays and many people own one or are interested in buying a drone for a variety of different uses. Drone sales according to The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of the United States have been going up every year, since 2016 and this trend is similar worldwide. There have been …

If you are in the market for a drone/quadcopter and you are trying to figure out how long the motors last to try and determine if it is worth spending the money then you are in the right place.  Knowing how long a quadcopter motor will last is important not only to your wallet but …

Drones these days are popping up everywhere. They are a common sight and in 2020, more than 7 million drones are expected to fly at one point in time in the United States alone.  This increase in the number of drones flying every day for recreational or commercial purposes means that more and more of …

Whether something is worth buying or not is really a subjective thing. To some people a product might be worth buying while to others it is a waste of money. The DJI Goggles are like that.  Many people feel like they are amazing and offer you the most real view of what you could actually …

If you have ever been looking forward to a weekend flying your favorite drone all over only to have it ruined by one of those all day rains then you have probably wondered if you could just take it out in the rain anyway. Afterall, drones are pretty sturdy devices and can withstand a decent …

If you are in the market for an RC plane you have likely come across those that are made by Dynam and wondered if they are any good. Knowing whether a specific make or model of an RC plane is good is difficult since being “good” is quite subjective but in this article we will …

Drones have continued to advance in technology over and over again. Drones features that used to cost thousands of dollars are now available on drones that only cost a few hundred dollars! As technology has gotten better and cheaper using drones for commercial purposes has looked like more and more of a reality.  So will …

RC helicopters are small model helicopters that can be controlled with the help of a remote control. With technology getting even more advanced by the day, these RC controlled helicopters are slowly becoming all the rage. RC models have always been a favorite among people who love automobiles and are into heavy mechanical things.  If …

Drones are complex technologically advanced devices and even though they are relatively easy to control where virtually anyone can use one how they get to that point can be confusing and difficult to understand. With the continued advancements in the technology that is on drones it can be quite amazing what they are capable of.  …

The drone industry has increased in popularity significantly in the past decade. There are thousands of new models that have been launched over the years with different features that are constantly getting better. That has caused many more people to take up the hobby of flying drones than what used to.  Flying a drone is …

If you recently got an RC plane you may be wondering where you can fly it at. Most people won’t have a yard that is big enough for an RC plane to take off in and you can’t exactly use the street or sidewalk as a landing strip either. So, where can you go?  Most …

If you have recently purchased an RC plane or you’ve had one for a while but are wanting to store or display it on your wall then this is the article for you. A wall in your storage room or garage can be a much better and safer place to organize your RC planes instead …

If you own a drone or are looking to get one then you may be a little worried about your privacy. Afterall, now that drones are required to be registered unless they are tiny the FAA already has a lot of information about you and your drone and you certainly don’t want them knowing exactly …

If you are planning on traveling somewhere soon and you are wanting to take your drone with you then you may have wondered whether drones are allowed on flights. Afterall, the propellers can spin pretty fast and the device has powerful batteries so will it be allowed?  According to the TSA drones are allowed to …

Drones are mini aircraft that are traditionally remotely controlled when you are talking about consumer recreational drones. Most of these recreational drones have cameras and they can be used for a variety of different purposes including photography, videography, or just plain fun.  When it comes to buying a drone, it’s important to take into consideration …