Guide & Tutorials
Welcome, pilot, and congratulations on beginning your RC helicopter journey with us! We're thrilled to have you. To ensure you have a premium and exhilarating experience, we've crafted this exclusive guide just for you. From essential first-flight checks to expert repair tutorials, consider this your co-pilot. Dive into the resources below to master your helicopter and take to the skies with skill and confidence. Your adventure starts now!
First-Time User Guides
BELL-206 Helicopter Operation Tutorial
Watch VideoUH-1 Helicopter Operation Tutorial
Watch VideoRotor Blade Installation Tutorial
Watch VideoFW450 Helicopter Operation Tutorial
Watch VideoAirwolf Helicopter Operation Tutorial
Watch VideoThings to Be Aware of During Your First Flight
Watch VideoACE Model Flight Tutorials
MH-60 Flight Tutorial | ACE Flight controller
Watch VideoBell-412 Flight Tutorial | ACE Flight controller
Watch VideoEC135 Flight Tutorial | ACE Flight controller
Watch VideoBell206 Four-blade Flight Tutorial | ACE Flight controller
Watch VideoBell206 Two-blade Flight Tutorial | ACE Flight controller
Watch VideoUH-1 Four-blade Flight Tutorial | ACE Flight controller
Watch VideoUH-1 Two-blade Flight Tutorial | ACE Flight controller
Watch VideoFW450L Flight Tutorial | ACE Flight controller
Watch VideoBO105 Flight Tutorial | ACE Flight controller
Watch VideoTroubleshooting & Repairs
Airwolf Helicopter Crash – How to Disassemble and Repair
Solutions for Helicopter Shaking During Flight (All Models Applicable)
Watch VideoExcessive Shaking on the Ground During Takeoff/Landing (Not in the Air): This is usually due to rotor blades being either too loose or too tight. Watch this tutorial for a fix.
Comprehensive Helicopter Repair Tutorials
- Main Shaft Replacement: Watch Video
- Gear Replacement: Watch Video
- Servo Arm Replacement: Watch Video
- Feathering Shaft Replacement (Inside Blade Grips): Watch Video
- Fuselage Disassembly & Maintenance: Watch Video
- ESC (Electronic Speed Controller) Replacement: Watch Video
Common Issues & Solutions
Flight Controller Installation & Setup
Flight Modes & Advanced Flying
Compass Calibration & Red Light Flashing
If the flight controller red light is flashing, compass calibration is usually required.
Watch Calibration TutorialLost RC Signal & Binding
Step 1: Connect the flight controller to your PC and use the official software to read data. Then diagnose accordingly.
Go to the Software Downloads page to download the software.
Step 2: "Lost RC Signal" — How to Bind Remote Controller:
Flight Controller LED Troubleshooting (Red/Yellow/No Green)
Connect the flight controller to your PC and use the official software to read data, then diagnose accordingly.
Software Download: Software Downloads
Unexpected Crashes & "Quality" Complaints
Note: These are almost always caused by operational errors. Reassure the customer and advise replacement parts where needed.
- Helicopter fell from the sky (no crash): Often accidental 3D Mode or STOP switch (e.g. sleeve). 3D Mode example, STOP switch example
- Helicopter suddenly ascended then crashed: Usually Low Battery Return-To-Home. Learn more