Estes A816E Mini Heli

Reader Reviews
I didn't buy mine on here. I found it at my local Hobby Lobby (It's a craft store like Michael's here in the US southeast). Price was 34.99 but I downloaded a "40% off any single item" coupon to my phone, used it at checkout and got it for roughly 20 bucks. For that price I am more than satisfied. First thing I'd like to point out is this is the exact same helicopter as the Syma S110G. It's not a copy or a clone but it is the same exact thing, built by Syma but with Estes badges put on it. So you know you're getting a well known brand. In fact, if you can't find a lot of info or videos on this copter, just search for the s110g. There are plenty of reviews, discussions, mods, parts etc. on those. I have experience with other small helis and although this one is not as fast as some, it is nearly effortless to fly. I find myself going to this one more and more. It's so small and easy to use, it's great for the house. Also because it is a mere 16.5 grams, it seems nearly indestructible. It just doesn't weigh enough to cause itself damage. I think you'd have to really be trying hard to bust this thing. In fact, I found a video of a German guy purposely throwing one of these things into the wall and it just kept working flawlessly This is the heli I let beginners try because it is so durable and easy to learn. In short, I love this heli and I definitely would buy another one. Another thing I was impressed with is the throttle. It is not spring loaded so you can set it and take your hands away. This heli will hover hands free and it is very stable. In summation, I love this thing. I would definitely recommend this product to others, especially beginners looking to get into the hobby.