| Radio Controlled helicopters were once out of reach | | | | with coaxial rotors, sometimes referred to as dual |
| for most RC hobbyist in terms of cost and the skill | | | | spinning rotors. Both rotors spin in opposite directions, |
| required to fly them. But coaxial helicopters have | | | | countering the torque and the tendency for the |
| changed all that. | | | | helicopter to want to spin in the opposite direction of |
| Coaxial helicopters are infinitely more stable than their | | | | the rotors. This ability to maintain relative stability is |
| traditional counterparts, allowing just about anyone to | | | | what makes coaxial helicopters the perfect choice for |
| partake in this great hobby. | | | | beginners. |
| The Conventional Helicopter Wants to Spin Wildly Out | | | | Little Or No Training Required |
| Of Control | | | | Due to the inherent stability afforded by coaxial |
| Conventional helicopters are inherently unstable due to | | | | helicopters, they are typically able to be flown right out |
| the torque that is produced by the main rotor. The | | | | the box by most people. It may require a little practice, |
| tendency for a helicopter to want to spin in one | | | | but most will be fly their helicopters with confidence in |
| direction is only countered by the spinning of the tail | | | | a very short period of time. |
| rotor. The problem is, trying to maintain a balanced | | | | The first-time radio controlled helicopter owner can |
| torque between the main rotors and the tail rotors | | | | now get in on all the fun, without extensive training or |
| takes a great deal of skill and training. | | | | the big learning curve that one had to go through in the |
| If you don't have access to an experienced instructor, | | | | past. |
| learning how to fly one of these traditional helicopters | | | | Coaxial radio controlled helicopters are by far the best |
| can be very challenging, at best. | | | | choice for anyone seeking to buy their first RC |
| A Level Playing Field | | | | helicopter. Whether flying indoors or outdoors, they are |
| Fortunately, many RC helicopters are now equipped | | | | sure to provide hours of fun for everyone. |