The Take Off And Landing Cessna

Only available at Hammacher Schlemmer, this is the remote controlled Cessna that executes powered take-offs, mid-air maneuvers, and nimble landings, unlike typical remote controlled aircraft that must be hand-launched and cannot land. Its four-channel radio enables precise control over the throttle, rudder, elevator, and aerilons--the same control surfaces found on real airplanes that affect pitch, yaw, and roll. Its brushless electric motor drives the propeller to provide an average speed of 50 mph in level flight, and when executing a steep dive, it can reach speeds of up to 80 mph--all controlled up to 1,000' with the remote. Even the nose cone is off-cantered by 5° to counter the natural left-turning tendencies of single-prop planes. Its static landing gear includes a steerable front wheel that allows you to taxi to your preferred take-off spot. Flight times of up to 20 minutes are provided by a 30-minute recharge of its battery. Remote requires eight AA batteries. Ages 16 and up. 22 1/2" L x 34" W x 8" H. (1 lb.)