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The DH 9053 Volitation 3.5 Channel Outdoor Metal Gyro RC Helicopter is very well built and sturdy. It comes fully assembled with everything needed to start flying right away, except the 8 AA alkaline batteries for the remote controller. It takes about 3 hours to fully charge which gives 10 minutes of flight time. The DH 9053 helicopter measures 26 x 21 x 10 inches and weighs 1.2 pounds. It has 3.5 channels instead of the more common 3 channels. The 3.5 channels not only lets it fly in all the usual directions, but also gives control over the speed, going from low to high.
The durability of the DH 9053 rc helicopter is very impressive. After numerous crashes, there may be a few dents in the rotors but this does not affect the ability to fly. The balance bar can be bent in a crash, but it can also be easily bent back. This is actually a good thing since some of the more expensive outdoor rc helicopters have rotors that shatter with crashes. It’s a smart idea to buy a full set of replacement parts. This helicopter is tough, but there are some breakable parts like the blade holders. The parts don’t cost much so buy a good supply.
The fly-bar often hits when the helicopter is throttled down too fast. By reversing the shaft, there is more room between the blades and this keeps the fly-bar from hitting. The helicopter seems to be tail-heavy, so flying forward is almost impossible, even with no wind. This can easily be fixed by super-gluing one or two small round magnets to the underside of the front canopy. Replacing the battery with a larger one, like a 15c 7.4v 3000mah, increases the weight in the nose and helps overall to keep the helicopter from being pushed around by the slightest wind.
These modification and repair parts are cheap, simple to do and give a much better flying experience. More expensive outdoor rc helicopters may fly better right out of the box, but the cost of maintaining them far outweighs the initial investment and adjustments to make the DH 9053 helicopter just as good.
The DH 9053 outdoor rc helicopter is recommended for ages 14 and older. It’s a great piece of equipment for beginners to learn on since the durability lets it survive a lot of crashes. The best way to start learning is to fly it on a day with no wind or find a roomy indoor area to practice in. This latest model of gyroscope technology is a great purchase. It is easy to operate and maintain and an excellent buy for the money.
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