Is this just a childs toy?

Question

Im planning to get this cheap RC as my first RC plane
but im really worried that everyone will say its a childs toy, i know they are toys but you see really cool ones, but im not going to spend my whole 70 pounds on an expensive one to watch it crash and fall, when im only just starting out!
What do you think, here is the link with all the infomation!

http://www.remote-island.co.uk/Categories/Planes/SuperSonic/Radio_Controlled_Super_Sonic_Plane.htm

Answer 1

Who cares if it is a toy? I would be friggin jealous is I saw someone with one of those because I love RC cars and planes. ^_^ Just get it and screw the rest of em :D

Answer 2

I think it's really cool and its even better then the big ones. The big planes only have 1 propeller, this one has 2. That gives you an advantage in speed and easier landing and performance. Once you get to know how to fly one really good, you can buy a bigger one--maybe one that can land and take off from water. It's not about the size of the plane but the skill of the pilot. To fly one of these is something that most people will fail doing. If someone says it's pathetic and laughs, you just laugh as hard as you can when their plane crashes--and there is no doubt that one day their plane will crash.

Answer 3

Most twin engine planes such as this one are very close to being "toys", and in my opinion are not the best choice for someone new to RC flying and with aspirations to going forward in the hobby. Usually, the plane is made to turn by thrust differential, speeding up one motor versus the other. Also, elevator function is many times more of a "reving the motor" function versus true elevator input.



If you want something easy to start with, and what will have the more familiar 3 channel (throttle, rudder, elevator) function common on good RC flying equipment, consider ParkZone's Ember 2, available from Horizon Hobbies, possibly from a local hobby store in your area. The RTF (read-to-fly) version has everything needed to fly the plane, including charger, Lipo battery for the motor, transmitter. Spares are readily availble from Horizon Hobbies and other sources, via internet ordering.



Check here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=PKZ3400 for more information. Thousands of Embers are out flying around, it has been a very successful starter plane, micro-flyer, and not just intended to be a beginners plane. Probably more Ember's are in the fleets of experienced RC'ers versus newbies, and that is testimony to the success of the plane's design.



I put lights on mine, fly it at dusk in calm conditions. Great backyard flyer, or in any available field, such as a soccer field. The twin engine "plane" you are referring to is usually something found at a Walmart's or a toy store here in the states. The Ember, part of the ParkZone line of excellent planes, is found in hobby stores, and there is a big difference between toy stores and hobby stores.



RD

Answer 4

I would consider something this small a toy, BUT they ARE called "park flyers" at that size; and can NOT be flown in anything more than a very light breeze if outdoors.



IF you decide to get it, might I suggest rechargeable AA batteries and a charger, or you will be spending quite a bit for batteries. (It also appears that the transmitter batteries are what recharges the planes batteries.)



It is at least a high wing trainer type, and good for a beginner, BUT I would bet that control is through changes in engine speed rather than elevator and rudder, (only 2 channel,) which would be much different than the effect "proper" control surfaces would give, and would require a minimum of 3 channels, (elevator, rudder, and throttle.)



The website design alone would indicate that it is for "toys" more than "serious" items, in my opinion, as it appears designed to appeal to the very young. The price would be another indication as serious planes, even trainers, start at close to $100, US.

ALL their planes seem to be "park flyers", and fairly inexpensive.

Answer 5

who knows? it certainly looks like its not just for kids.