Beginner RC Gliders | Casual hobbyists, family outdoor activities | 2 channels (ASTM F963-17 certified) ▲ Advanced: 4 channels (FAA Part 107) Foam/plastic (ISO 9001) ▲ Advanced: Carbon fiber (ISO 527-2) CPSIA-compliant (ages 14+) | Easy to operate, durable, affordable, ready-to-fly, safe for beginners | Limited performance, no GPS/camera, basic control range |
High-Performance RC Planes | Competitive racing, advanced pilots | 4+ channels (FAA Part 107) Carbon fiber (ISO 527-2) Gas/electric hybrid (SAE J183) | High speed, customizable, supports aerobatics, long flight duration | Expensive, requires skill, frequent maintenance, loud |
Camera-equipped RC Drones | Aerial photography, inspections | 4K camera (ISO 12232) GPS stabilization (RTCA DO-178C) 6 channels (FCC certified) | Versatile media capture, precise control, stable flight | High cost, short battery life, complex operation, weather-sensitive |
Electric RC Helicopters | Indoor precision flying | 3-4 channels (ASTM F963-17) Lightweight (ISO 204) Electric motor (IEC 60034) | Maneuverable indoors, quiet, safe for confined spaces | Fragile, short flight time, requires steady hands, limited outdoor use |
Gas-Powered RC Planes | Large outdoor fields, long flights | 2 channels (ASTM F963-17) Gas engine (SAE J183) Durable metal frame (ISO 3801) | Long flight duration, powerful thrust, ideal for open spaces | Noisy, maintenance-heavy, fuel costs, not beginner-friendly |
Advanced RC Gliders with GPS | Precision navigation, GPS-assisted flights | 3 channels (ASTM F963-17) ▲ Advanced: 5 channels (RTCA DO-235) GPS module (RTCA DO-235) Lightweight foam (ISO 9001) | Auto-pilot features, stable flight, GPS tracking, beginner-friendly | Expensive, requires setup, limited customization compared to high-end models |