Flight Time Are there any helicopters appropriate for 5-7 year olds with a flight time longer than a few minutes, but still durable?
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Yes, the Syma S107 is a great helicopter. Strictly indoors, but can't beat it for durability, stability, and ease of use. I absolutely recommend this heli as an entry level copter, then upgrading to a 3.5 channel, than the 4 channel fixed pitch such as this product your currently looking at. Link to the Syma: Syma S107G 3 Channel RC Helicopter with Gyro, Blue
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Hello Patricia, instructions manual states that it's for older than 14 year old kids, but most little kids, even some toddlers, are able to fly RC helicopters easily. It just takes practice. This particular helicopter flies faster and is stronger. So, adult supervision is suggested as you stated. Hope this helps!
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Yes, very cool little toy, i have 13-8- and 5 year old children and they all really enjoy playing with it. Not really strong enough to hurt anything but easy to learn how to fly.
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Hey with this helicopter it got 3 flights in of about 10 minutes before the engine burnt up in it. We ordered 2 of these and both helicopters engines burnt up in the first night they had them.
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I think this would be excellent for air travel. My granddaughter is only 18 months and loves it. She can draw. I can draw things for her. I can print letters and numbers so she becomes familiar with them. Excellent toy.
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Look for some that are a bit larger and "shock resistant" such as : Fisher-Price Kid Tough Explorers Binoculars . The pair you are asking about are breakable - while they are a good pair of binoculars, I am just not sure on how the will hold up if dropped a couple of times *which will happen with a 4 year old.
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This is a big jump from an S107. Look at an inexpensive 4-channel fixed-pitch micro heli like a v911 first - cheaper, easier to fly, but still nimble and will get you used to the basics of four channel control. Once you can make the v911 go where you want, then the complexity, cost, challenge, and capability of a collective pitch helicopter like this might be more approachable.
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This little Habu is not the same as flying a helicopter. And it can reach a speed close to 50 mph! Your acquired skills in flying a helicopter will certainly be helpful, though. I'd go to the Horizon Hobbies site and pick out a trainer with an AS3X system which will self correct itself in many ways. Still, AS3X will NOT fly the plane, but helps to stabilize it when wind threatens to throw your aircraft around the sky. I believe they also have a plane or two with a 'SAFE' system which is supposed to help beginner flyers. Better yet, call Horizon Hobbies and they'll recommend the right plane for you. They're very helpful that way.
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I think Air Ranger is just the brand name. We got the clown fish last year for my wife's nephew. It was a HUGE hit! It is pretty easy to fly even for a 5 year old whereas helicopters can be too difficult. I hope this was helpful.
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not sure how fast and the balls are very light so wing will be a factor. but perfect speed for my nephew who is 7yo
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Charge time is approx 1-2 hours and flight time is 10-12 minutes. The Helicopter is very tail heavy I found it was easier to assist the helicopter up by grabbing the tail and lifting it til its airborne, then it flies very well.
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I think for a 4 year old this would be too much. It would be better to start out with the 3 channel syma 107G helicopter. It is much easier to learn on.
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This is indeed remote controlled. Whether or not it is appropriate for a 12 year old depends entirely on the 12 year old. If they have any experience with a remote controlled helicopter before, then this would be a fine gift for them. If they have no such experience but enjoy the challenge of mastering a new skill and have a great deal of patience then this may also be a good gift. If they have no RC experience and don't handle crashes well, I would suggest a coaxial 3-channel helicopter instead. They are much easier to fly, though this will be more rewarding if and when it is mastered.
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Syma s800 is 9" long I am not a big fan of Syma helicopters. Buy a w.l. toys v911 it's a great starter adult toy.
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I would say 14 years old is the minimum and best with some adult supervision. Also helpful to Google RC helicopters for beginners as that can give some help on what to expect and general information for first time flyers. Hope this helps
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I gave it to my son who was 5 at the time. He loved playing with it (we never suspended it from the ceiling), and that propeller isn't strong enough to damage little fingers.
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If your child is not destructive it will last them. I got this for my 7yr old she loved it at first. Better for younger children. She lost interest fast.