HobbyZone Fighterbird

The HobbyZone fighterbird is the perfect beginners park flyer that you can enjoy with your family or friends.  At half the cost of most complete combo packages, it means that you can enjoy all the fun this summer for very little money.  If you live near a park and wanted something to do with the kids on a nice day, the new Fighterbirds is the perfect solution.

Combat at the Speed of Sound

Easy to fly design makes dog fighting fun and realistic. The HobbyZone Fighterbird is more than just another RTF. It's actually an evolutionary progression that adds the thrills and excitement of a multi-player video game to the ready-to-fly experience. At the heart of this revolutionary advance is an ingenious Sonic Combat Module (SCM) with which each Fighterbird comes equipped. The Fighterbird's designers developed the SCM to avoid the sunlight interference that often hampers infrared combat systems.

The detachable module clips on to the bottom of the Fighterbird and is connected to the receiver circuitry by a small BEC-style connector. When the pilot pulls back on the throttle stick, it fires a focused, high-frequency sound blast with an effective range of 50 feet. The unit also serves as the detector when a "hit" from another Fighterbird is received.

To score a hit, a Fighterbird pilot has to get on his opponent's tail and "blast" them with his SCM. When hit, the opposing Fighterbird's SCM will emit a high-pitched tone, and its motor will be disabled for 10 seconds. During this time, the pilot of the stricken 'Bird will still have directional control so that they can maneuver for a counter attack or, if they're too low, make a safe landing.

Flight-Trak (TM) Simplicity

SCM sends out a sonic pulse to disable your opponent. One of the cooler aspects of the Fighterbird is the fact that you don't have to be an experienced R/C flyer to enjoy the aerial combat fun it offers. Anyone who has ever flown one of HobbyZone's other ready-to-fly planes will have little trouble getting the Fighterbird airborne. It uses the same easy-to-master Flight-Trak control system found on the Firebird II(TM) and Firebird XL(TM) that have introduced thousands to the world of R/C flight. The throttle stick controls altitude and the rudder stick controls direction.

The HobbyZone Fighterbird's fuselage and basic design is virtually identical to the Firebird XL, but its turning ability has been tweaked by using a new efficient wing to make it more maneuverable for combat. This quicker turning response is great for making tight turns to get on someone's tail or to make a break if someone's on yours. Hold a turn long enough, and the Fighterbird will perform a tight spiraling maneuver that is ideal for quick get always or surprise attacks from above. While there's no question the Fighterbird is easy to fly, it isn't really designed to be a rank beginner's first R/C plane. We'd recommend you start out with a Firebird II or Firebird XL if you simply want to see what it's like to fly an R/C airplane. The Firebird planes are specifically designed for this mission and will provide all the thrills a complete beginner could want. With the Fighterbird, combat is king.

A Complete Package

Kit includes everything needed to get into the sky. Optional multiple trim schemes available Like the rest of HobbyZone's planes, the Fighterbird comes with everything needed to get it flying in one convenient package, including the transmitter, field charger, and battery pack. Also included is a handy instructional video and two sets of colorful decal sheets. All that's left for you to provide are 8 "AA" batteries and anybody else with a Fighterbird who's itchin' for a fight.

In addition to complete replacement parts support, HobbyZone provides a colorful array of optional wings, V-Tails, and decal sheets that allow Fighterbird owners to customize their plane with totally unique combat markings. There's also an optional 7-cell speed battery that boosts climb performance and gives Fighterbird veterans an edge they can use when taking on other more experienced Fighterbird foes.

The More the Merrier

The Hobby zone Fighterbird is available in six different frequencies. This opens up possibilities for all kinds of multiple plane melees. You could have "squadron vs. squadron" team play with up to three planes on each team or you could go for a last Fighterbird standing, every man for himself, free-for-all. Of course there's no denying the satisfaction of an Ace vs. Ace one-on-one duel either. Whatever multi-player scenario you dream up, with the Fighterbird, you can be assured more is definitely merrier

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The Fighterbird comes with different sets of decals so you can personalise your fighter.

	Download HobbyZone Fighterbird Manual     HobbyZone Fighterbird The HobbyZone Fighterbird is the perfect beginners park flyer that you can enjoy with your family or friends. Replaced by the Super Cub RTF

Batteries & Chargers X-Port Modules Enhancements   HobbyZone Firebird Commander Parts Press "Control+F" to find a part number or description Download HobbyZone Firebird Commander Manual         [FBXLTX] HobbyZone Mode 1 Transmitter (please specify Ch No) AU$47   US$33     [HBZ2013] Tail screws (2) suit FBXL,FTB,FBC,ABC [HBZ2014] Canopy w/Latch & Screw suit FBXL, FTB, FBC, ABC [HBZ2016] Main Landing Gear with Wheels suit FBXL,FTB,FBC,ABC [HBZ6035] Tail Horn Set suit FBXL,FB2,FTB,FBC,ABC,ABX         Wings for Firebird XL, Fighterbird, Commander, Aerobird etc. White             Tails for Firebird XL, Fighterbird, Commander, Aerobird etc. Orange         [HBZ1058] Tx Antenna suit all HobbyZone & ParkZone Transmitters     [HBZ6513] Alligator Clip to 12V Lighter Adaptor suit HobbyZone / ParkZone Chargers Rechargeable Batteries   Model may come with or require 8 x AA "penlight" batteries for the Transmitter. We recommend the use of rechargeable batteries which are environmentally friendly and will pay for themselves many times over. Note: Comes in a 4 pack Sanyo AA alkaline batteries - 4 in a pack     Standard battery pack for the HobbyZone Aerobird, Fighterbird, ZZ Racer and Firebird Commander.   Model   HBZ1012 Capacity   900mAh 7.2V Chemistry   NiMH Each 2 Pieces 3 Pieces         Standard pack for the HobbyZone Aerobird, Fighterbird, ZZ Racer and Firebird Commander, Stryker Have more power, climb better and fly longer with the enhanced 7 cell pack.   Model   HBZ1013 Capacity   900mAh 8.4V Chemistry   NiMH Each 2 Pieces 3 Pieces           [HBZ1026] HobbyZone Economy Peak Charger Current: 300-1200mAh 4-7 cell operation Peak detection charger Ideal for park flyer / slow flyer         [HBZ3329] Speed 400 6V Motor. Suits FBXL,FTB,FBC,ABC,ZZR [HBZ2004] Propeller suit FBXL,FTB,FBC,ABC [HBZ2004.2] Propeller (2 pce) suit FBXL,FTB,FBC,ABC [HBZ6035] Tail Horn Set suit FBXL,FB2,FTB,FBC,ABC,ABX [HBZ2014] Canopy w/Latch & Screw suit FBXL, FTB, FBC, ABC [HBZ2016] Main Landing Gear with Wheels suit FBXL,FTB,FBC,ABC [HBZ6024] Wing Hold Down Rods w/Caps (2) suit FTB,FBC,ABC [HBZ6026] Orange Rubber Bands (7) suit FTB,FBC,ABC [HBZ6035] Tail Horn Set suit FBXL,FB2,FTB,FBC,ABC,ABX [HBZ3541] Fuselage w/RC Gear suit Aerobird Challenger CH 1 (26.995) CH 2 (27.045) CH 3 (27.095) CH 4 (27.145) CH 5 (27.195) CH 6 (27.255) HobbyZone Stickers [HBZ4002] USAF Decal Sheet suit FTB,FBC,ABC [HBZ4004] P-51 Decal Sheet suit FTB,FBC,ABC [HBZ4005] Camouflage Decal Sheet suit FTB,FBC,ABC [HBZ6010] Decal Sheet suit Aerobird [HBZ4007] Bird of Prey sticker sheet FTB [HBZ2610] Standard Decal Sheet Firebird Commander 2 [HBZ2011] White Rubber Bands (5) suit FBXL,FTB,FBC, BC [HBZ2017] Tail Wheel suit FBXL, FTB, FBC, ABC [HBZ6035] Tail Horn Set suit FBXL, FB2, FTB, FBC, ABC, ABX [HBZ2618] Black Nose Piece, FC2