The 10 best remote-control aircraft for 2019

Finding the best remote-control aircraft suitable for your needs isnt easy. With hundreds of choices can distract you. Knowing whats bad and whats good can be something of a minefield. In this article, weve done the hard work for you.

Best remote-control aircraft

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Top Race Remote Control Airplane, 3 Channel RC Airplane Aircraft Built in 6 Axis Gyro System Super Easy to Fly RTF (TR-C285) Top Race Remote Control Airplane, 3 Channel RC Airplane Aircraft Built in 6 Axis Gyro System Super Easy to Fly RTF (TR-C285)
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RC Helicopter, Radio Remote Control Helicopter 3.5 Channel Durable RC Drone Aircraft Helicopter Toy Gift for Kids & Adult with Gyro and LED Light Ready to Fly Indoor Outdoor (S880) RC Helicopter, Radio Remote Control Helicopter 3.5 Channel Durable RC Drone Aircraft Helicopter Toy Gift for Kids & Adult with Gyro and LED Light Ready to Fly Indoor Outdoor (S880)
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Visdron F949 3 Channel Remote Control Airplane, RTF RC Plane Drone with 2.4GHZ Control Flying Paper Aircraft Toys Indoors & Outdoors Easy to Fly Visdron F949 3 Channel Remote Control Airplane, RTF RC Plane Drone with 2.4GHZ Control Flying Paper Aircraft Toys Indoors & Outdoors Easy to Fly
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Drone with Camera Syma X23W Mini RC Quadcopter Live Stream APP Control Waypoint Control Gravity Control Headless Mode 360 Degree Flip and Hover Function Remote Control Aircraft White Drone with Camera Syma X23W Mini RC Quadcopter Live Stream APP Control Waypoint Control Gravity Control Headless Mode 360 Degree Flip and Hover Function Remote Control Aircraft White
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Crazepony RC Airplane C-17 Transport EPP DIY Aircraft 2 Channels 2.4Ghz Remote Control 3-Axis Gyro Airplane Toy Gift for Kids Boys 8-12 Years Old Crazepony RC Airplane C-17 Transport EPP DIY Aircraft 2 Channels 2.4Ghz Remote Control 3-Axis Gyro Airplane Toy Gift for Kids Boys 8-12 Years Old
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GoolRC F949 Cessna 182 Remote Control 3ch Fixed Wing Drone Plane Rc Toys Airplane Aircraft GoolRC F949 Cessna 182 Remote Control 3ch Fixed Wing Drone Plane Rc Toys Airplane Aircraft
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30 30" Radio Remote Control Warship Challenger
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Gsmatt RC Helicopter Flying Toys Minion Avengers Heroes Mini Drone Remote Control Aircraft Toy with Led Birthday for Children Kids Infrared Toys Christmas (Spider-Man) Gsmatt RC Helicopter Flying Toys Minion Avengers Heroes Mini Drone Remote Control Aircraft Toy with Led Birthday for Children Kids Infrared Toys Christmas (Spider-Man)
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Halffle X107 Mini Drone, Photography Remote Control Aircraft, Pocket Remote Control Aircraft Mini Four-axis Drone, One Button Return Drone for Kids (Black) Halffle X107 Mini Drone, Photography Remote Control Aircraft, Pocket Remote Control Aircraft Mini Four-axis Drone, One Button Return Drone for Kids (Black)
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QWinOut FQ777 FQ28 Mini Folding Remote Control Aircraft RC Drone 200W Camera WiFi FPV Real-time Transmission (Black) QWinOut FQ777 FQ28 Mini Folding Remote Control Aircraft RC Drone 200W Camera WiFi FPV Real-time Transmission (Black)
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1. Top Race Remote Control Airplane, 3 Channel RC Airplane Aircraft Built in 6 Axis Gyro System Super Easy to Fly RTF (TR-C285)

Feature

Top Race 3 Channel Remote Control Airplane, Built in 6 Axis Gyro System Super Easy to Fly RTF Great for Beginners (TR-C285)
Fully Assembled Ready To Fly (RTF); Electric Powered (EP); Complete Full 3 Channel (Elevator, Rudder, Throttle) RC Airplane
Perfect training plane for new pilots and intermediate due to 6-axis gyro ultra stable Self stabilization of gyro system,
2.4Ghz Radio Control distance of over 320 Ft. 8mm Coreless Motor, Flying time of up to 12 min. on a single charge
Wingspan: 15.7" Length: 12.2" Height: 4.1" Battery: 3.7V 180mah LiPo, Includes: TR-C285 Airplane, 2.4Ghz Remote, 3.7V 180mah Battery for Plane, Charging cable, Extra propellers, Wheels and Manual. Transmitter requires 4 AA batteries (Not included)

Description

Top Race 3 Channel Remote Control Airplane, The TR-C285 was designed Ready To Fly (RTF) for training for new pilots and intermediate pilots. The Top Race Trainer TR-C285 is a Full 3 Channel (Elevator, Rudder, Throttle) Airplane, Fully Assembled The plane operates on 3 channels: 1 channel operates the elevator, 1 channel operates the rudder and 1 operates the throttle control with a variable speed control knob perfect due to the built in 6-axis gyro system. On beginner mode Self-stabilization of gyro system helps flying in any weather condition even in windy days. 3 mode digital radio control system: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert, 2.4Ghz control technology for high flying of up to 320 feet. The 2.4Ghz technology will also allow more than 20 aircraft's to fly at the same time. Light weight and durable EPP Shock resistant material. Battery: New and improved Li-Po (3.7V 180mAH) for longer lasting flight time of up to 15 min. on a single charge of about 90 min. Excellent gliding function.The control rods are steel and are pre attached to the servos, Nice convenient size makes it easy to take along anywhere you go

CAUTION: This plane is intended for new pilots, please be very careful on how you handle this plane, please follow the instructions carefully and do NOT fly in high altitude until you got proper parctice, or you will crash and damage your plane.If you need help with your product please do NOT return to Amazon please contact the manufacturer for help.



Specifications
Flying Range: up to 320 FT
Battery: New and improved Li-Po (3.7V 180mAH)
Wingspan: 15.7" (400mm) -
Length: 12.2" (310mm)
Height: 4.1" (105mm)
Flying Weight: 1oz (30g)
Battery: 3.7V 180mah LiPo
Servo: 2 x 1.3g - Brushed Motor: Coreless 8MM
Gyro: 6-Axis

Enjoy your flight!!!

2. RC Helicopter, Radio Remote Control Helicopter 3.5 Channel Durable RC Drone Aircraft Helicopter Toy Gift for Kids & Adult with Gyro and LED Light Ready to Fly Indoor Outdoor (S880)

Feature

Full 3.5 Channels &Stable Flight - Infrared Control allows for Up/Down, Left/Right, Forward/Backward and Hover movements. Coaxial design and built-in latest gyroscope technology ensures flying more stable and more easily to operate.
LED Light - RC Helicopter with multicolored LED flash lights make it easy to fly in the dark at night.
3 Selectable Radio Channels - Transmitter has 3 selectable frequencies, so you can fly up to 3 Helicopters at a time. Charging is easy via the remote control or via the supplied USB charging cable.
Sturdy & Ready To Fly - Made of strong and high tenacity engineering plastic material which provides outstanding crashworthiness. It passed test with certificates: FCC, CE, ROHS, EN71, EN62115, EN60825, HR4040, 7P, ASTM. Compatible with US and EU standard. No assembly required, easy to fly, ideal for beginners, and kids toys children gifts.
Reliable After-Sale Service - Enjoy free exchange or full refund within 30 days. Any questions please feel free to tell us, we will respond within 24 hours and try our best to solve your problem and meet your request.

Description

Features:

Robust Body: After bending,the plane's recovery is very strong, it's difficult to damage.
Infrared Remote Control: Easy to fly and control, just turn on helicopter and bind with the remote and enjoy the flight.
Easy Charging: Easy to charge through your computer. It just need about 40mins to charge.
A Great Gift for Children: It's palm-sized, colorful, good workmanship, perfect helicopter toys for children who love RC as a beginner. A good present for your children and friends.

Specifications:

Built-in Gyro: Yes
Night Flight: Yes
Channel: 3.5-Channels
Control Distance: About 32 ft
Charging Time: 40 - 50mins
Flying Time with full charge: 6 - 8mins approx.
Control Battery: 6 x 1.5V AA batteries ( Not Included )
Power Battery: 3.7V 150mAh Li-polymer Battery with Protective Board.
Remote Control: IRFRARED Remote Control
Material: Electronic Components, Plastic, Alloy
Function: Up / Down, Forward / Backward, Turn Left / Right, Hovering, With light.
Package weight: 1 lb
Product size: 8.5 x 1.8 x 4.7 inches

Package Contents:

1 x Helicopter
1 x Remote Controller
1 x USB Charging Line
2 x Replace Propeller
1 x Tail Propeller
1 x Screwdriver
1 x User Manual

After Service:

1. Free replacement within 30 days counting from the date payment cleared.
2. Free accessories sent within 1 year counting from the date payment cleared.
3. If you don't know how to fix the problem or have any questions, just feel free to contact us by click the "contact buyer" button in your orders. All the emails will be replied in 24 hours.

3. Visdron F949 3 Channel Remote Control Airplane, RTF RC Plane Drone with 2.4GHZ Control Flying Paper Aircraft Toys Indoors & Outdoors Easy to Fly

Feature

--- Designed according to Cessna-182 real plane, with cool appearance. 3 coreless motors combination, stronger driving power.
--- Please fly on Open grassland, no concrete floor, or tree, electric pole nearby.
--- Rudder volume size adjustable, and you can do all kinds of difficult movements accurately, such as going forward, up/down, turn left/right, fine tuning, 360-degree rotation, spiral moxement, loops, etc.
--- Apply to indoor and outdoor flight, longer remote control distance, Flying range up to 200m.
--- Any problem please feel free to contact with "Wotryit" , we'll try our best to make it right. And please click "Wotryit" come to our store and get more nice products

Description

Features:

Designed according to Cessna-182 real plane, with cool appearance.
3 coreless motors combination, stronger driving power.
EPP composite material, high flexibility, excellent recovery, and not easy to break.
Easy operation, suitable for beginners and intermediate flight game players.
Apply to indoor and outdoor flight, longer remote control distance, Flying range up to 200m.
Rudder volume size adjustable, and you can do all kinds of difficult movements accurately, such as going forward, up/down, turn left/right, fine tuning, 360-degree rotation, spiral moxement, loops, etc.

Specification:

Brand Name: WLtoys
Mode:F949
Flight time: about 25 minutes
Charging time: 40~60minutes
Frequency:2.4G Hz
Number of driving motor:3 coreless motor combination
Control distance:200m
Controller Battery: 1.5V "AA"6 (not included)
Battery details: 1 set of 3.7V (500MAH) lithium battery
Flying weight:58g
Dimention:500393192mm(WLH)
Suitable for: age 14+
Package size: 54.61221.5 cm / 21.58.54.7in
Package weight: 710g

Package Include:

1 x Airplane
1 x Li-Po Battery(In the plane)
1 x Propeller
1 x USB Charger
1 x Screwdriver
1 x User Manual
1 x Tires (front and rear)
1 x Colorful package

4. Drone with Camera Syma X23W Mini RC Quadcopter Live Stream APP Control Waypoint Control Gravity Control Headless Mode 360 Degree Flip and Hover Function Remote Control Aircraft White

Feature

App Control: Operate your drone through the app after connecting it with your phone via Wi-Fi, offering you real-time image transmission so that you can easily shoot fun video and pics to share with your friends and family
Altitude Hold Mode: With the altitude hold mode, this drone can perform altitude hold for more stable flight. Beginners can easily get to grips with it and be taking clearer pictures and video from the sky in no time
Interesting Flight: Use your finger to draw a line on the mobile screen, and the drone will fly according to this trajectory in the air; with the gravity induction, you can wiggle your mobile right or left, and the drone will fly like this too
Easy to play: Even cool skills can be easily operated. 3D filp,take off and landing functions,just need one key can do it .You do not have to worry about orientation and your drone will rise to a height or land with the simple press of a button, perfect for beginners
Portable Size: The drone's size is 8.27*8.27*1.97 inch.You can put it into your pocket and take it go everywhere.No matter what time and where is it,play it when you want.And we have an extra bonus battery,the drone can have a longer flight time

5. Crazepony RC Airplane C-17 Transport EPP DIY Aircraft 2 Channels 2.4Ghz Remote Control 3-Axis Gyro Airplane Toy Gift for Kids Boys 8-12 Years Old

Feature

Lightweight Material: The fuselage is made by durable EPP foam, which can keep the airplane safe from crashing.With the lightweight body, this aircraft is easy to fly high in the sky.
Adopted with high discharge rate battery,this airplane can fly 15 minutes long in the sky. Charging time is 40 minutes.
DIY Design: Comes with detail instructions ,the rc plane is simple to assemble.Great to enjoy the fun of DIY with family
Remote Control: 2 channels 2.4Ghz, easy to operate and maneuver.Suitable for beginners and kids.
3-Axis Gyroscope Building: Reasonable aerodynamic layout. The aircraft can be more stable to fly and easy to handle with 3-axis gyroscope system

Description

Recommended Age: 14 years up
Specification:
Item Name: C-17 Transport
Material: EPP
Wingspan: 373mm
Length: 400mm
Motor: 716A
Battery: 3.7V 300mAh Lipo
Flying Weight: 50g
Flying Time: About 15min
Charging Time: 40min
Remote Control: 2.4Ghz
Control Range: 100m - 200m
Package Size: 41.5 x 21 x 10cm
High efficiency 716A motor
High discharge rate battery

Note:
1. For better using,after glued the airplne, please wait for few minutes untill it's dry.
2. Pay attention to insert the socket while connecting the motor wires with PCB board


Package Including
1 * C-17 Transport 373mm EPP DIY RC Airplane
1 * Transmitter
1 * Receiver Board
1 * Battery
1 * USB Charging Cable
1 * Manual

6. GoolRC F949 Cessna 182 Remote Control 3ch Fixed Wing Drone Plane Rc Toys Airplane Aircraft

Feature

Designed according to Cessna-182 real plane,with cool appearance.
EPP composite material, high flexibility, excellent recovery,and not easy to break
3 coreless motors combination,stronger driving power
Easy operation,suitable for beginners and intermediate flight game players
Bonus battery for longer outside play, and extra propeller for backup.

Description

Features:
Desined according to Cessna-182 real plane,with cool appearance.
3 coreless motors combination,stronger driving power
EPP composite material, high flexibility, excellent recovery,and not easy to break
Easy operation,suitable for beginners and intermediate flight game players
Apply to indoor and outdoor flight, longer remote control distance.Flying range up to 200m
Rudder volume size adjustble,and you can do all kinds of difficult movements accurately,such as going forward, up/down, turn left/right, fine tuning, 360-degree rotation,spiral moxement,loops,etc.

Specification:
Brand Name: GoolRC
Mode: F949
Wingspan: 500mm
Fuselage length: 393mm
Hight: 132mm
Flight time: about 25 minutes
Charging time: 40~60minutes
Frequency: 2.4GHz
Transmitter battery: 6 * AA Battery(not included)
Airplane battery: 3.7V 500mah Li-Po Battery
Number of drivering motor: 3 coreless motor combination
Control distance: 200m
Flying weight: 58g
Dimention: 500 * 393 * 192mm(W*L*H)
Suitble for: age 14+
Package size: 55 * 22 * 12cm / 21.7 * 8.7 * 4.7in
Package weight: 766g / 1.7lb

Note: Transmitter is model 2 (Left hand throttle)

Package list:
1 * F949 Airplane
1 * 2.4G Transmitter (Model 2)
1 * 3.7V 500mah Li-Po Battery
1 * Spare propeller
1 * USB Charger
1 * Screwdriver
1 * English user manual

7. 30" Radio Remote Control Warship Challenger

Feature

1:275 scale, Realistic details
Dual Propellers
Speed: 5 -10 mph
Rechargeable battery pack
Operating range: 60 feet

Description

This brand new 30" radio remote control Challenger warship is absolutely one of a kind, with realistic looking showcase quality scale model warship. Equipped with radio remote control system provides the best handling of the boat. Package came assembled and is ready to play. Dimension: 30" x 6" x 8" (L x W x H) Equipped with: -9.6V 1700mAh Ni-CD battery pack -AC Charger -Remote Control Transmitter -Display stand

8. Gsmatt RC Helicopter Flying Toys Minion Avengers Heroes Mini Drone Remote Control Aircraft Toy with Led Birthday for Children Kids Infrared Toys Christmas (Spider-Man)

Feature

MATERIAL QUALITY AND FLYING TIME(BATTERY LIFE) CHARGING .PORT ETC. ARE IMPORTANT IN OUR PRODUCT, DON'T BUY IMITATED PRODUCT. OUR ITEMS ARE HIGH QUALITY PRODUCT BUT OTHER SELLERS SELL IMITATIONS.
Auto-sensing design, the flying fairy doll can fly,up, down, easy to operate.Flight time 6-8 minutes, USB Charging time 25 minutes. Auto-sensing, during down flight, when it sense the object, it will automatically up flying.Items Cannot be used while charging.
Open the switch, hand hold the flying fairies legs, the Fairy rotation then left the hand! The flying fairies began as low-speed rotation, the speed will reach a certain lift after take off.
Environmental friendly non-toxic materials. The wings and the body are strong and tested over and over again
Best gift: It is a best gift for children, kids and teenagers Birthday and Christmas, and festivals, Children's day, Christmas and suitable for any of festival's gift to kids. If the product has any problems,we offer you 24 hours customer service support and free lifetime technical support and Full refund of your money

Description

THIS PRODUCT IS "BEST4USA" PRODUCTS AND DO NOT BUY FROM OTHER SELLERS, THEY IMITATE OUR ITEM WITH SAME LOOK BUT QUALITY IS DIFFERENT. MATERIAL QUALITY AND FLYING TIME(BATTERY LIFE), CHARGING PORT ETC. ARE IMPORTANT IN OUR PRODUCT Built in rechargeable Li-poly battery USB charging cable Automatic take off and can be controlled by hand or foot. Easy to use, Suitable for 6 years and older kids Excellent gift for Christmas. It comes with usb cable. This product is not remote controlled product. You can control it by your hands.

9. Halffle X107 Mini Drone, Photography Remote Control Aircraft, Pocket Remote Control Aircraft Mini Four-axis Drone, One Button Return Drone for Kids (Black)

Feature

-------Please rest assured to buy, We will be shipped within 2 days, I promise to receive the goods before Christmas-----------Product features: 2.4G control / four-axis aircraft / with light / six-axis screw / headless mode / 360 roll / one-button return, one-button rotation function / can add WIFI camera.
Your pocket photographer: With high-definition video analytics and high-definition still photo resolution, whether it's traveling, sports or gatherings, you can capture stunning and stunning images.
Gravity Sensing: A powerful APP experience function, only need to download the Android or IOS version of the app, control the direction through the phone swing, more humane.
Ambilight at night: The four lights on the bottom of the aircraft are filled with brilliant LED lights, which are filled with dreamy colors, adding a beautiful figure to the night sky flight.
Six-axis screw control system: Ensures that the drone can always maintain balance and stability while flying, providing favorable innate conditions for aerial photography.

10. QWinOut FQ777 FQ28 Mini Folding Remote Control Aircraft RC Drone 200W Camera WiFi FPV Real-time Transmission (Black)

Feature

2.0MP camera with Wifi real-time transmission FPV system, allows you to get great selfies effortlessly and record remarkable moments.
Egg shaped cute design make it portable and unique
Headless mode and 3D flip, completely solving pilot loss-of-orientation problem and bring a lot of flying fun
G-sensor mode and barometer altitude hold function, easily control your drone by tilting the phone and provide one-key takeoff / land simple operation
Foldable fuselage design, provides great portability and easy to carry

Description

Features:
Specifications: Brand Name: FQ777
Item Name: FQ28
Built-in Gyro: 6 Axis Gyro
Channel: 4CH
Remote Control: WiFi Remote Control
Material: ABS & electric components
Functions: Sideward flight/Turn left/right,Up/down,Forward/backward/3D rollover/WIFI FPV/Gravity Sense Control/Headless Mode/Altitude Hold
Control Distance: About 30-50m
Battery: 3.7V 400mAh lipo battery (built-in)
Flying Time: 6-7mins
Charging Time: about 60mins
Camera: 2.0MP
Product weight: 49.4g
Product size(folded): 9.3 * 5.5 * 5.5cm (folded) / 10.8 * 10.8 * 9.3cm (unfolded)
There might be some deviation due to manual measurement.
Package information:
Package size: 13 * 7.8 * 7.8cm / 5.1 * 3.1 * 3.1in
Package weight: 165g / 5.8oz
Gift box package
Package list:
1 * FQ28 Quadcopter
1 * remote control
1 * USB Charger
4 * Spare Propeller
1 * Screw Driver
1 * Wrench
1 * English Manual

Conclusion

All above are our suggestions for remote-control aircraft. This might not suit you, so we prefer that you read all detail information also customer reviews to choose yours. Please also help to share your experience when using remote-control aircraft with us by comment in this post. Thank you!

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