FAQs
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June 10, 2013 150Given the large range of remote control helIcopters at Modelflight, finding the one that is right for you is not always easy. One of the questions we often receive is what is the difference between gas and nitro helicopters? Today, we want to provide some explanations. Let's start with gas helicopters. These are otherwise known as 2-stroke engine helis and they run on standard unleaded fuel. This makes them less expensive to run. As you would assume, the fuel for these models is also easier to obtain. You will also find that there is less maintenance.
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June 03, 2013 402So, an RC plane or RC heli comes with SAFE Technology. That all sounds good, but what exactly is SAFE Technology? SAFE is an abbreviation of Sensor-Assisted Flight Envelope and it is designed to improve the flight control of your model. SAFE Technology has been custom-tuned to suit fixed and rotary wing aircraft. This new technology incorporates multi-axis sensors and software, making the plane or heli easier to fly. Models with SAFE technology have a range of progressive performance options, so you can easily adjust the degree of security and flight control. For example, if you are a beginner,
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June 03, 2013 416Modelflight have had some enquiries from pilots who wanted to know how to convert a nitro/gas RC plane to electric power, so today we wanted to provide you with a step-by-step guide for converting gas rc planes to electric power. To help, Mike was able to put together a how to video on Modelflight's YouTube channel. you can watch this video below:
This blog post is designed to serve as a supplementary guide to the above video.
You Will Need
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Modelflight has a retail RC hobby store in Adelaide based on Goodwood Road, Goodwood. You can find all our opening hours below. Our store has a great range of RC model and hobby products available and our trained staff can offer advice and assistance with all your hobby needs. Come in and visit us! At Modelflight you can shop with us online, in-store or over the phone.
Our Retail Shop Address is:
130 Goodwood Road Goodwood South Australia 5034
The Modelflight opening hours for the Goodwood RC Shop are as follows:
Monday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Tuesday CLOSED Wednesday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Thursday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM -
January 29, 2013 47We recently received a step-by-step photo guide from Scott Jones (Modelflight and TLR Team driver) as he built his TLR 22 Buggy. Scott is entering this RC car into the upcoming Nationals in Mildura (2WD 1/10th Modified Class). In this blog post, we will provide you with some of the highlights of this guide, along with Scott's commentary. If you are a fan of Modelflight's Facebook page, you also have access to Scott's full album of TLR 22 Buggy photos. Servo To begin with, Scott used the
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December 12, 2012 7305
Whether to purchase Mode 1 vs Mode 2 in a new radio transmitter is a big question for those new to RC and ultimately there is no right or wrong answer. Here we will explain the difference between Mode 1 vs Mode 2 RC radios.
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October 08, 2012 155
3D Helicopter Flying Mode - How it Works
To fly aerobatic maneuvers, the helicopter must be in 3D Flight mode. The flight Mode toggle switch is located in the upper right of the transmitter switches between normal and 3D mode (Fig 9). In Normal Flight Mode, the first 50% of the throttle movement is for spooling up the rotor head. As throttle passes the 50% mark, the CCPM system gradually increases the the pitch of the blades to create lift and get the heli into the air. Note: All flying in normal mode will occur above 50% throttle. Landing will also occur in normal flight mode.In the 3D flight mode, the throttle stick functions switches from controlling the throttle to controlling the pitch angle of the rotor blades. The VNR 3D must be flying to switch into the 3D Flight Mode when the throttle input
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March 16, 2012 209Q: What's the difference between the JR 11x and the JR 11x zero? A: The 11x is 2.4GHZ dedicated transmitter, this includes a rerceiver. The
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November 07, 2011 48If you would like to return a product to Modelflight please complete this returns form and send to:Modelflight Returns Department 53 Ellemsea Circuit,LonsdaleSA 5160Australia For your Info: Ensuring that our customers are 100% satisfied is of the utmost importance to the Model Flight team. If you are in any way dissatisfied with the products you have received, we will happily organise a refund or an exchange for you within 12 months, so long as the products are returned to us in a saleable condition under the following guidelines: Returned merchandise must be in unused condition and in its original packaging. Phone 08 8186 4250 Trading Hours for Modelflight Online are: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.30pm CST
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November 07, 2011 43To review a product on the modelflight website, simply visit the product page of the item you wish to review, then follow these steps:
- Visit the product page then scroll to the main product info section (yellow table)
- Click on the 'review' tab
- Select the number of stars you wish to give the item
- A pop-up will then appear to allow you to add comments or feedback with your rating
- Submit the review
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