Helpful Tips To Set Up Tail Rotor Control

Written by James Wang RC Helicopters As seen in the Ocotober 2020 issue of Model Aviation. WELCOME TO THE "RC HELICOPTERS" COLUMN. This month, I will share some tips on how to set up tail rotors. In an interview with Curtis Youngbood, the pioneer of 3D flying, he commented that the most important prerequisite to improving one’s flying is to have well-behaved yaw control. Tail Rotor Mechanical and Transmitter Setup To achieve a precise and smooth heading control, it is essential for the tail rotor control mechanism to move smoothly and without slop. Clean and lubricate…