Miniature Remote controlled Airplanes & Aeromodelling

Spitfire · 24th September 2009, 15:12

Oh brilliant every grown up adult male's dream come true.

We want pics in air and videos of take off and landing please.

splitsecond · 24th September 2009, 15:12

Is there any online store in india from which we can by RC Helicopters? All indian site i have come across only have expensive units above 7k
I need to buy a 3 or 4channel RC heli which are under 3k,looking for something like "Syma S001A" or "Syma swift 002"
any links??

beejay · 24th September 2009, 15:18

WOW. This is exciting. please shed some more info, I would like to buy one too.

How heavy is this model? Where is this made? Any warranty? Have sent you a PM. Please check your message.

dwaraka · 24th September 2009, 15:37

Thanks folks.

The model fully loaded cost me Rs. 25k. It is a trainer model. There are other models which are capable of doing aerobatics like shoulder wing, low wingers. They would cost between Rs. 25k and Rs.35 k.

Yes you need to take training for atleast 7 weekends.

There are few outlets in bangalore - Model Art in Forum Mall and Mr. Vijay Gupta , my trainer. Indus Aviation is closed since long and were very costly at min of Rs. 40 K. They did not know anything about the models.

No warranty.

Jakkur Airport is one of the place where you can fly. They charge Rs. 1000 per year for use.

Will post pics and videos shortly.

Dwarak

dwaraka · 24th September 2009, 15:38

Here is the link for video of my r/c plane's maiden flight

YouTube - MVI 1253

Gilead · 24th September 2009, 15:55

There is a variety shop near my house that sells RC helicopters starting from 800 bucks to 3K. Chinese ones. One of the model's nose is shaped like an Eagle's face. I have always wanted to get one but my wife refuses to get me one. Maybe 'cos I bought an RC Ferrari last year for 4K and played with it for only a week before packing it away.

amulu10 · 24th September 2009, 18:24

@Gilead hey where is shop.? can u post the address..?

manyu · 24th September 2009, 19:01

Congrats on your maiden flight Dwarka.

But your engine is running too rich even for break in. Its hardly giving power. Use a tachometer and keep the engine say 500rpms below maximum revs and you are good to go for the initial ten flights.

Even i am into this hooby for the last 6 years or so.. Is a wonderful hobby to have and keeps you occupied on Sundays,

For those who want to know more information about this hobby can visit Radio Control Planes, RC Planes, RC engines, RC Spares, ARFs, Aeromodeling, India . There are atleast 5-7 stores in india who deal in this hobby which is gaining popularity finally.

I am posting a few pics for you guys.

Cheers

beejay · 24th September 2009, 19:09

I recollect seeing an advert in the classifieds here for a RC chopper for sale. Seeing the prices mentioned here this is going for a song.

Check it out. However it looks very puny to the models pictured here. Size does matter, does it?

manyu · 24th September 2009, 19:25

The one in the red is a 50cc petrol powered Airplane.. Size does matters in this hobby at a more advanced stage.

It has a wingspan of 87 inches and a weight of about 16 pounds.

Please have a look

YouTube - All India Aeromodellers' Meet 2007

dwaraka · 24th September 2009, 19:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by manyu

Congrats on your maiden flight Dwarka.

But your engine is running too rich even for break in. Its hardly giving power. Use a tachometer and keep the engine say 500rpms below maximum revs and you are good to go for the initial ten flights.

Even i am into this hooby for the last 6 years or so.. Is a wonderful hobby to have and keeps you occupied on Sundays,

For those who want to know more information about this hobby can visit Radio Control Planes, RC Planes, RC engines, RC Spares, ARFs, Aeromodeling, India . There are atleast 5-7 stores in india who deal in this hobby which is gaining popularity finally.

I am posting a few pics for you guys.

Cheers

Manyu,

Great to know that you are here to support me. Yes the engine is running rich. My trainer has kept it high to set the engine. Will reduce the flow of fuel and tune up in coming flights.

It is really amazing hobby. I see that you have advanced models.

My advice to all here is avoid this vendor - mpowershopping.com. He made me run around to get the right transmitter and receiver, crystals, etc., for over 1 and half a year. This vendor is from Chennai.

dwaraka · 24th September 2009, 19:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by manyu

The one in the red is a 50cc petrol powered Airplane.. Size does matters in this hobby at a more advanced stage.

It has a wingspan of 87 inches and a weight of about 16 pounds.

Please have a look

MAnyu,

That's a great video of model performance. Hope to be there someday.

shajufx · 24th September 2009, 20:18

Wow, nice hobby, you guys got me glued already ! I was aware of some groups gathering at Jakkur on weekends, but never found anyone who talked about it. Is there any city-wise club or group that has regular meetings or schedules ?

My co-brother has a 10 years old hobby of collecting miniatures of all kinds of flying objects (he was with Sahara, then Jet, now with the 'richest man in the world', flying him around the globe). If its good enough, I can ask him to get some similar stuff from US or wherever its available at cheap and best. He flys almost every week.

dwaraka · 25th September 2009, 10:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by shajufx

Wow, nice hobby, you guys got me glued already ! I was aware of some groups gathering at Jakkur on weekends, but never found anyone who talked about it. Is there any city-wise club or group that has regular meetings or schedules ?

My co-brother has a 10 years old hobby of collecting miniatures of all kinds of flying objects (he was with Sahara, then Jet, now with the 'richest man in the world', flying him around the globe). If its good enough, I can ask him to get some similar stuff from US or wherever its available at cheap and best. He flys almost every week.

Shajufx,

Nice to know that people are getting interested in this hobby. I have just started getting to fly. But I find it very involving. To build the model from ARF stage will take lot of patience and study through the manuals. In USA this hobby is very popular and cheaper to get the kit.

Dwarak

hillram · 25th September 2009, 12:01

This is really a sport thats catching up.
We need some professional training in Hyderabad,for Aero modelling.Any cues?

24th September 2009, 15:12	#31
Spitfire BANNED Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Panaji - Goa/Bangalore - Karnataka Posts: 3,312 Thanked: 774 Times	Oh brilliant every grown up adult male's dream come true. We want pics in air and videos of take off and landing please.
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splitsecond BANNED Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kerala Posts: 134 Thanked: 103 Times View My Garage	Is there any online store in india from which we can by RC Helicopters? All indian site i have come across only have expensive units above 7k I need to buy a 3 or 4channel RC heli which are under 3k,looking for something like "Syma S001A" or "Syma swift 002" any links??
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beejay Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: The Nilgiris Posts: 1,963 Thanked: 204 Times View My Garage	WOW. This is exciting. please shed some more info, I would like to buy one too. How heavy is this model? Where is this made? Any warranty? Have sent you a PM. Please check your message.
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24th September 2009, 15:37	#34
dwaraka Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,240 Thanked: 229 Times	Thanks folks. The model fully loaded cost me Rs. 25k. It is a trainer model. There are other models which are capable of doing aerobatics like shoulder wing, low wingers. They would cost between Rs. 25k and Rs.35 k. Yes you need to take training for atleast 7 weekends. There are few outlets in bangalore - Model Art in Forum Mall and Mr. Vijay Gupta , my trainer. Indus Aviation is closed since long and were very costly at min of Rs. 40 K. They did not know anything about the models. No warranty. Jakkur Airport is one of the place where you can fly. They charge Rs. 1000 per year for use. Will post pics and videos shortly. Dwarak
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24th September 2009, 15:55	#36
Gilead Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chennai Posts: 2,142 Thanked: 60 Times	There is a variety shop near my house that sells RC helicopters starting from 800 bucks to 3K. Chinese ones. One of the model's nose is shaped like an Eagle's face. I have always wanted to get one but my wife refuses to get me one. Maybe 'cos I bought an RC Ferrari last year for 4K and played with it for only a week before packing it away.
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24th September 2009, 18:24	#37
amulu10 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: detroit Posts: 243 Thanked: 19 Times	@Gilead hey where is shop.? can u post the address..?
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24th September 2009, 19:01	#38
manyu BHPian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Moon Posts: 70 Thanked: 3 Times	Congrats on your maiden flight Dwarka. But your engine is running too rich even for break in. Its hardly giving power. Use a tachometer and keep the engine say 500rpms below maximum revs and you are good to go for the initial ten flights. Even i am into this hooby for the last 6 years or so.. Is a wonderful hobby to have and keeps you occupied on Sundays, For those who want to know more information about this hobby can visit Radio Control Planes, RC Planes, RC engines, RC Spares, ARFs, Aeromodeling, India . There are atleast 5-7 stores in india who deal in this hobby which is gaining popularity finally. I am posting a few pics for you guys. Cheers Attached Thumbnails Last edited by manyu : 24th September 2009 at 19:09.
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beejay Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: The Nilgiris Posts: 1,963 Thanked: 204 Times View My Garage	I recollect seeing an advert in the classifieds here for a RC chopper for sale. Seeing the prices mentioned here this is going for a song. Check it out. However it looks very puny to the models pictured here. Size does matter, does it? Last edited by beejay : 24th September 2009 at 19:12. Reason: Check it out...
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24th September 2009, 20:18	#43
shajufx Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: BLR & Singapore Posts: 1,806 Thanked: 831 Times View My Garage	Wow, nice hobby, you guys got me glued already ! I was aware of some groups gathering at Jakkur on weekends, but never found anyone who talked about it. Is there any city-wise club or group that has regular meetings or schedules ? My co-brother has a 10 years old hobby of collecting miniatures of all kinds of flying objects (he was with Sahara, then Jet, now with the 'richest man in the world', flying him around the globe). If its good enough, I can ask him to get some similar stuff from US or wherever its available at cheap and best. He flys almost every week.
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25th September 2009, 12:01	#45
hillram Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 2,942 Thanked: 1,326 Times View My Garage	This is really a sport thats catching up. We need some professional training in Hyderabad,for Aero modelling.Any cues?
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