RC Helicopter Blog Articles

Does SAFE Work on All RC Airplanes?

Dive into the technology behind Spektrum SAFE and find out if SAFE works in all RC airplanes.

The Hobby We Keep Coming Back To

The radio control hobby is something special and once you’ve found it, it never leaves you. Here are some stories from fellow enthusiasts.

RC: The Hobby We Share

Happy Father’s Day from the team at Horizon Hobby! We asked employees around the company for some favorite memories of the hobby we share; radio control.

Finding Your RC Passion (and Sharing RC with Others)

How do you help someone find their RC passion? Or if you’re here just thinking about the hobby for yourself, how do you start finding your own RC passion?

Examining Ten Radio Control Maintenance “Best Practices”

A deep dive into ten RC best practices including debunking some common RC myths.

RC Helicopters vs Drones: Differences Every Pilot Should Know

Discover the key differences between RC helicopters and drones. Learn the similarities and differences between the two.

Most Commonly Used Flight Box Items

We’ve compiled a list of the most used (and most borrowed) items in a flight box at the RC airfield to help you pack yours!

RC Club Building Activities

Share your RC club and the RC hobby with others with these RC club building activities.

What RC Battery Connectors Should I Use?

Learn how RC battery connectors work and how to choose the best type for the batteries that power your radio control model devices.

Setting Up a Real Flight Simulator to Practice Flying RC

An introduction to setting up a real flight simulator to practice flying RC airplanes and helicopters.

Behind-the-Scenes with the Spektrum iXSR

Behind-the-Scenes with the Spektrum iXSR: The Ultimate Transmitter for RC Enthusiasts Unveiled

How to Charge RC Batteries

How to Charge RC Batteries: A Beginner’s Guide to Charging LiPo and Other RC Batteries