How to Fly an RC Helicopter

Flying remote control helicopters may seem like an easy pastime, but learning this skill takes time and patience. A good level of coordination is the best foundation for learning how to fly RC helicopters, but you will still need to fine tune your hand-eye coordination to successfully master this skill.

•  Take advantage of the multiple simulator games that can help you learn how to have a steady hand when flying an RC helicopter. Since a remote control helicopter can cost thousands of dollars, these simulator games can be a valuable investment. Simulators will teach you how to properly take off, fly, maneuver and land an RC helicopter. Not only will these games teach you the right way to stay in the air, they will teach you how to handle a crash, including guidance on how to avoid being hit by a falling helicopter.


• Begin flying real RC helicopters with training gear. Ask a skilled flyer to test out your helicopter for any mechanical issues that may cause it to crash. Start practicing your skills by working on hovering six to twelve inches off the ground. This will prevent any devastating damage if you crash.


• Use a steady hand when maneuvering. Your remote control will be very sensitive, so only slight movements are necessary. Some RC helicopters allow you to adjust the sensitivity of the controllers, so if yours has this feature, use it to fine-tune the feel of the controls.


• Perfect your ground-level skills before moving up higher. Slowly work your way up higher a few feet at a time until you reach your desired height. Moving slowly will allow you to get plenty of practice while letting you gain more and more altitude.


• Use the same training technique to work on new tricks. If you want to learn how to spin, begin at ground level and work your way up.