Valley Flyers — Apollo XI
The Sepulveda Basin site — one of the premier RC flying spots in the San Fernando Valley. Host to the annual Rotor Funfly and countless training sessions.
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Detailed info on area flying sites — addresses, coordinates, maps, photos, and videos for each location.
The Sepulveda Basin site — one of the premier RC flying spots in the San Fernando Valley. Host to the annual Rotor Funfly and countless training sessions.
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The Glendale site offers a great flying environment for all skill levels, with a long history of competitive events and club flying in the region.
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Also covered: Carson Helicopter Airfield, Whittier Narrows, El Dorado RC Park, and Arvin Airfield — with full details for each.
All AirfieldsOur collection of suplimentary articles on most RC flight subtopics — from batteries and motors to FBL systems and UAV development.
iKON, RotorFlight, and VBar flybarless flight controllers — history, hardware, and setup guides.
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LiPo and LiFePO4 chemistry, C-ratings, charging best practices, and longevity tips.
Technical deep-dives into brushless motor specs, KV ratings, efficiency, and continuous wattage.
Comparison charts, torque specs, centering accuracy, and choosing the right servo for any application.
Autonomous systems, FAA regulations, UAV platforms, and practical drone operations guidance.
Mechanics, swashplate systems, head geometry, blade tracking, and advanced setup techniques.
Supplemental training material outside standard classes — maneuvers, simulator prep, and more.
RealFlight recordings, control settings, and recommendations for simulator-assisted skill building.
Specifics on 2.4GHz RC receivers — binding, telemetry, failsafe setup, and range considerations.
Traditional tail gyros, heading-hold systems, and how gyro evolution led to modern FBL controllers.
Radio protocols, telemetry links, frequency management, and long-range data systems.
ArduPilot, Pixhawk, mission planning, autonomous waypoint flight, and real-world UAV deployments.
Online tools built for RC pilots — checklists, lookup tables, and calculators to help you fly smarter.
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Search Site →Our webapp designed to upload your .mtr file and our webapp examines the contents looking for differences.
Open Tool →This is the main section for RotorFlight on our website. It's expanded to become more and have since added Navigation to all the new features.
RotorFlight Home →Generate a pre-flight and post-flight checklist customized for your specific RC model. Never miss a critical inspection step at the field.
Open Checklist →Quick-access lookup tables covering gear ratios, motor specs, ESC settings, battery configurations, and more — all in one place.
Open Tables →Calculate rotor head speed based on motor KV, battery voltage, pinion and main gear tooth count. Essential for dialing in your heli's performance envelope.
Launch Tool →Manufacturer manuals for helis, drones, flight controllers, engines, and electronics — searchable and organized by category.
Handpicked references from around the RC community — general info, how-to videos, setup guides, and organizations.