Hobbico NexSTAR 46 Select 4-Channel RTF 68.75"

Every year there are several manufacturers who come out with new models of RC trainer aircraft. Each one is usually a derivation of whatever has come before it without much innovation to truly set it apart from the rest of the pack. Well, the new Hobbico NexSTAR Select .46 size trainer has just changed ALL of that. This Hobbico NexSTAR Select 46 size trainer aircraft sports a plethora of unique new features and innovations that have never been seen before in this hobby on ANY trainer. There are aerodynamic features that keep the NexSTAR from stalling or spinning as well as speed brake flaps to keep airspeed down. They have included a flight simulator so you can actually fly the NexSTAR on your computer without risking your model. The plane includes fully re-chargeable batteries and a top of the line OS motor. All this plus much more will be covered in this in-depth review of this one-of-a-kind trainer.

The NexSTAR ARF allows modelers to use the radio and engine of their choice. It's a top-of-the-line trainer that not only looks better, flies better and teaches better...it also offers more flexibility! Still the most advanced training system EVER — with many special features. You can have your NexSTAR ARF flight-ready in 20 minutes. Its advances make perfect assembly a snap! State-of-the-art aerodynamics – including a carefully researched and specially designed airfoil – let you fly at unbelievably slow and comfortable speeds. The large, 68.5" span wing makes the NexSTAR ARF easy to see and follow in the sky...a big advantage compared to other, smaller R/C trainers. After basic training, with just a few quick adjustments your NexSTAR ARF becomes a more advanced model capable of greater speeds and maneuverability. It's like getting two planes in one! .

FEATURES:

SPECS:

  Futaba 4YBF 4-Channel Radio System

Already installed and ready to operate.

• Professional quality, from the world's leader in R/C electronics.
• Link your transmitter's built-in trainer system to an instructor's transmitter with the optional trainer cord and share control until you're ready to solo.

• Built-in AFS ™ (Active Flight Stabilization) makes corrections automatically if your plane gets into trouble.

.46 FXi™ Engine

• Based on the popular FX Series engines—famous for superior, long-lasting, low-maintenance power.
• Consistently quick and easy to start.
• No tuning necessary—comes factory-set for use.
• Dual ball bearings offer durability and smooth operation.
• Special IsoSmooth™ engine mount isolates the airframe and on-board radio gear from potentially damaging vibration.
• Factory-installed needle valve limiter holds settings within the optimal range, preventing accidental over-adjustment.

• Practice flying the NexSTAR at any time. The skills you learn on the simulator will be used out at the flying field! The RealFlight NexSTAR Edition's exclusive RealPhysics technology accurately recreates the trainer's flight characteristics on your computer screen.
• With the USB transmitter interface, fly your simulated NexSTAR with the same transmitter you'll use at the flying field. It installs with "plug and play" ease and gives you valuable, risk-free experience with radio operation.
• Expand your R/C skills with the NexSTAR Edition's Virtual Flight Instructor! An award-winning R/C professional gives you private flying lessons.
• Like the actual model, the RealFlight NexSTAR Edition simulation includes Active Flight Stabilization (AFS) to restore stable flight automatically when you release the transmitter sticks.

• The software's AFS sensitivity can be adjusted like that of the model. Make it less quick to react, and give yourself more time to solve flight problems on your own – all in a safe, virtual environment.

Optimum System Requirements:
Intel Pentium 600 or equivalent
3D accelerated video card with 16 MB (or more) RAM (VooDoo 1 and VooDoo 2 video cards are not supported)
128 MB RAM