Feeling the Need for Speed

Written by Chris Mulcahy RC Helicopters Column As seen in the July 2018 issue of Model Aviation. The R5 looks fast in a hover. Its fuselage is bright and easy to see. One aspect of the hobby that I have never tried is building and flying a dedicated speed helicopter. There aren’t many purpose-built speed machines to choose from, but we certainly have a few more than we used to. During the winter, I had a chance to start on my own speed machine, the Gaui R5. At first glance, the R5 has a stunning appearance. It is extremely slim, with a full-body fuselage and no…