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    Mar 17, 2025

    RC Helicopter Lift Fully Explained

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    Are you wondering how RC helicopter lift is generated? Is your helicopter not lifting off and you have no idea why? Let's look at the two ways lift is generated on an RC heli. You will then know what to check on your "grounded bird."

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    Mar 15, 2025

    How To Change TX16S RTC Battery Video

    If you own a TX16S radio, eventually the real time clock (RTC) battery will die. Thankfully it's both easy to check and replace; here's how.

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    Mar 14, 2025

    OMPHobby Releases The M5 & M6 Helicopters

    Exciting News Folks!

    The 550 & 600 size helicopters from OMPHobby are almost here after years of hopeful anticipation from so many of us!

    Sharing about 90% of the same parts and designed for both 6s and 8s power systems to suit nice sport up to hard 3D, these awesome birds are very welcome additions to OMP's fleet.

    The M5 & M6 are available for pre-order at special pricing and should hopefully be shipping in April 2025.

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    Mar 14, 2025

    OMPHobby RC Helicopters Let You Master The Skies

    OMPHobby RC Helicopters

    Don't settle for anything less! OMPHobby RC Helicopters are built to last while taking your flying passion to a whole new level.

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    Mar 13, 2025

    RC Helicopter For Kids & Beginners - Making An Informed Purchase

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    How To Choose The Best RC Helicopter For Kids & Beginners in 2025

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    Mar 06, 2025

    XT30 Connectors - Compact, Reliable, Robust & Easy To Solder

    OMP M2 XT30 Connector

    XT30 connectors have a high current rating, but small in size making them perfect for smaller high performance models. They are robust & easy to connect.

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    Feb 26, 2025

    Choosing The Best RC Flight Simulator For Your Needs

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    An RC Flight Simulator is a great practice aid for RC helicopters, planes, gliders, & quadcopters. But which is best for you and your specific setup?

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    Feb 21, 2025

    What is CCPM on RC Helicopters & How To Identify Swashplate Types

    CCPM Mechanical Mixing

    CCPM stands for Cyclic - Collective - Pitch - Mixing. Let's find out how it works and why it's at the heart of RC heli control.

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    Feb 10, 2025

    Large RC Helicopters - Micro to Monster & Best To Learn On!

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    Large RC helicopters Used To Be The Recommendation To Start With Back When I Got Into The Hobby, But That Is No Longer The Case. Let's Find Out What's Best Now!

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    Jan 15, 2025

    Collective Pitch vs. Fixed Pitch: Best To Start With

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    What's the difference between a collective pitch & Fixed pitch RC helicopter? Let's find out and look at the pros & cons of both.

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