3D Freestyle RC Planes

Created to withstand the most complex and wildest of aerial tricks, you’ll need to have built up a fair bit of skill and experience flying RC planes before you can truly appreciate the manoeuvrability of these 3D RC plane models. 

What Are 3D Freestyle RC Planes? 

One of the key things to know about 3D planes is that they were designed with speed and agility in mind. With a higher power-to-weight ratio and larger control surfaces than most RC plane models, these types of aircraft are perfect for freestyle flying, i.e. the art of performing complex, sophisticated manoeuvres in the air. 

Contrary toregular RC planes, 3D freestyle models can do much more than the basic twists, turns and rolls. The best freestyle pilots execute high G manoeuvres very close to the ground, where even the tiniest mistake can mean irreversibly damaging the plane. 

Who Are 3D Freestyle RC Planes For? 

If you’re new to RC flying, the description above may have deterred you from purchasing a 3D freestyle RC plane model for yourself. Don’t worry, though. If pulling off crazy tricks in the air with these highly controllable planes is something that sounds appealing to you, you don’t have to get a different model first or complete some sort of a training programme before you can try your hand at freestyle flying. 

In fact, plenty of 3D RC plane models are actually much cheaper than the more “traditional” aircraft types. This is because while they are capable of pulling off hardcore aerial tricks, they’re actually much less sophisticated when it comes to their overall build and the number of parts that come together to create such a plane. 

So, if you’re an RC newbie, but feel strongly drawn towards the 3D freestyle flying style, don’t hesitate to pick up a model suited for that purpose and learn the ropes with it! 

Is It Difficult to Fly a 3D Freestyle RC Plane?

Beginners can definitely start out using 3D planes, that much is true. However, they obviously won’t be capable of performing a hover, harrier, or waterfall right out of the gate (if these names confuse you, don’t worry, we’ll explain what they mean in a moment). It takes long hours of arduous practice to get to a high enough level to pull off complex tricks. 

On the other hand, while it’s definitely difficult to fly a 3D RC plane like a pro, learning how to fly those vehicles is as simple of a process as it is in the case of regulartrainer RC models. 

Make the Sky Your Playground With Your Brand New 3D RC Plane 

If freestyle RC flying sounds like something you want to try your hand at, take a look at our collection of 3D planes below. Pick up a model that works best for your skill level and budget, and get practicing! With enough patience and determination, you’ll be able to carry out freestyle manoeuvers, such as: 

• Hover:This is the simplest 3D trick. Once you learn it, you’ll be able to use it to pull off much more complicated stunts. The hover is all about getting the plane high up in the air, putting it in a vertical position, using only the propeller to hold it in the air, much like you would anRC helicopter. 

• Harrier:With the plane all but stalled, the pilot keeps on flying it forward with the nose at a sharp 45-degree angle, precisely balancing the aircraft using its elevator and throttle. 

Waterfall:One of the most impressive (and difficult) freestyle tricks. With a full elevator throw, the pilot pulls a 360 degree pivot of the plane along the pitch axes, using both the elevator and throttle.