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Every Elite Radio Control guide: RC cars, RC aircraft, RC boats, drones and RC motorcycles, with buying, building and maintenance advice.

White fixed-wing UAV with a camera pod under the fuselage, seen from below

Drones

What Is a UAV? Definition and Types

A UAV is an unmanned aerial vehicle: an aircraft with no one on board that can be flown remotely or fly autonomously.

3 min read

Close-up of the white and blue body and landing legs of the Tarantula X6 drone

Drones

Tarantula X6 Drone: Details and Features

▶️ If you want to get started with drones, the Tarantula drone may be the one that best fits your needs. Find out more here.

3 min read

Red, white and blue low-wing RC plane with Aurora Sports graphics

RC aircraft

Cheap RC Planes That Won't Break the Bank

Simple planes that are very easy to fly and ideal for beginners. That's why we're showing you the cheap RC planes on the market.

2 min read

Screen of an RC flight simulator showing a plane in flight

RC aircraft

RC Flight Simulators to Practice at Home

Here are the RC flight simulators you can choose from to start flying at home, without having to crash a real model.

3 min read

Pink toy RC convertible with a Minnie Mouse figure in the driver's seat and a bow on the front

RC cars

RC Cars for Girls and Boys: Hours of Guaranteed Fun

Looking for an amazing gift? These RC cars for girls and boys can deliver hours of fun.

3 min read

Green and white Blade 180 electric RC helicopter on a white background

RC aircraft

Electric RC Helicopters: Great for Beginners

These electric RC helicopters are a great fit for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike.

3 min read

Red and white high-wing RC plane with an exposed combustion engine and a black propeller

RC aircraft

Gas RC Planes for Engine Lovers

We explain how a gas RC plane works, which one to choose and how to start flying one.

3 min read

Square glass bottle of Tamiya Extra Thin Cement with a green cap

RC cars

Tamiya Cement for Scale Models and RC Cars

Here you'll learn all about Tamiya cement, not just for plastic model kits but also for RC cars and planes.

6 min read

Red mini RC helicopter with a single main rotor resting on the palm of a hand

RC aircraft

Mini RC Helicopters You Can Fly Anywhere

If you're looking for the perfect gift for a child, a mini RC helicopter is a great choice that can be flown almost anywhere.

3 min read

Red and black RC helicopter with a camera and its transmitter

RC aircraft

RC Helicopter with Camera: Another Way to Have Fun

If you want to add some extra fun to flying helicopters, you should definitely think about getting an RC helicopter with a camera.

2 min read

White quadcopter drone with prop guards around its four propellers

Drones

How to Fly a Drone Like a PRO [2024 Guide]

Here's how to fly a drone like a pro: everything you need to know to master the techniques of flying your quadcopter.

17 min read

Traxxas TRX-4 chassis kit box with its bagged parts, transmitter and manual laid out in front

RC cars

RC Car Kit vs RTR: What's the Difference?

You can choose between an RC car kit you build yourself or an RTR model. Here's what to keep in mind when you make your choice.

4 min read