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RC Firebird Freedom 3-Channel RTF
The Firebird Freedom is a 3-Channel RC airplane that can be flown by beginners to advanced flyers.
RC Firebird Freedom 3-Channel RTF
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Specifications

For new pilots, HobbyZone’s Firebird Freedom RTF makes learning to fly a 3 channel system easier than ever.

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This Firebird Freedom comes ready to fly (RTF) with everything that you need to teach yourself how to be a pilot, including a battery pack for the plane, batteries for the transmitter and an instructional video and manual.

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Anti-Crash Technology™

With HobbyZone's revolutionary anti-crash technology (ACT) the Firebird Freedom makes learning to fly a 3 channel airplane easier and safer than ever before.

Two sensors on the fuselage, one on the top and one on the bottom, monitor the position of the plane in relation to the ground.

When the plane is flying level, the top sensor sees the sky while the bottom sensor sees the ground, and they tell the onboard computer (receiver) that the plane is flying correctly.

If the plane enters a severe dive, the sensors detect the change in orientation and react to the danger.


Anti-Crash Technology
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Anti-crash technology

The software in the receiver will then temporarily cut the motor, and correct the severe angle and pitch of the plane. This causes the nose to come up and pulls the plane out of the dive to help prevent the plane from crashing.

The pilot is then able to regain control. If pilots are flying correctly and do not put the plane into a severe dive situation while ACT is engaged, they will have complete control of the plane’s flight pattern.

Once you have gained a higher level of confidence and experience, you can switch the ACT off. With this increased manoeuvrability, seasoned pilots can even race around pylons or engage other pilots in aerial combat.

3-Channel system

A new pilot to RC can explore the higher performance offered by a 3-channel system thanks to the ACT technology.

The third channel allows for pitch control so that pilots can make tighter turns and have a wider range of manoeuvres, as well as the option to make pitch trim adjustments while the plane is in the air.

X-Port for Extra Fun

For extra fun and excitement, the Firebird Commander comes standard with an innovative X-Port that lets you add exciting optional plug-in accessories like the Sonic Combat Module and Aerial Drop Module and Night Flight Mode (all sold separately).

Aerial Drop Module Sonic Combat Module Everything you need to fly
The parachutist that comes with the Aerial Drop Module (sold separately) drops from the basket when the electromagnetic latch is released via the transmitter X-Port button.
Plug in the Sonic Combat Module (sold separately) and take on similarly equipped HobbyZone planes in aerial combat. When "hit" the SCM temporarily disables your motor, while allowing you to steer.
Everything you need to fly, including AA batteries, a 3-channel proportional radio system, variable rate DC peak charger, an 8.4V 900mAh Ni-MH battery pack.

A detailed instruction manual and video CD that instruct pilots on the proper techniques and steps that need to be taken to get their Firebird Freedom in the air and flying safely

The 3-channel Firebird Freedom is ideal for beginners and expert pilots allowing them to select the level of control they feel is best given their flying skills
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Firebird Freedom Features:

• One Firebird Freedom
Revolutionary Anti-Crash Technology™ (ACT)
Two transmitter-selectable flight modes, with Anti-Crash Technology “on” or “off”
Ready to fly (RTF) out of the box: attach wings, landing gear and battery only
A soft, resilient rubber nose that cushions the force of a hard landing impact
Radio control available on 6 frequencies
3-channel proportional radio system
• Trim Scheme Colours: White with blue, red, and black decals
• Powerful 480 motor for faster climbs and higher speeds
• X-Port: optional Sonic Combat, Aerial Drop and Night Flight Modules
• Full instructions and video CD included
• Specially designed 2-piece wing
• Fixed steel wire landing gear with foam wheels

Firebird Freedom Specifications:

• Wing Span: 50.0 in (1,270mm)
• Overall Length: 33.0 in (840mm)
Motor Size: 480 Power
• Flying Weight: 23.0 oz (650 g)
• Transmitter Range: 2,500 ft (755 m)
• Average Flight Time: 12 minutes to 15 minutes
• Assembly time: 3 minutes
• Charge time: 40 minutes
• Elevator: Proportional
• Rudder: Proportional
• Throttle: Proportional

Firebird Freedom batteries

• 8.4V 6-cell 900mAh Ni-MH battery
• Charger: variable rate DC peak
• 8x AA batteries included


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Accessories:

Sonic Combat Module Sonic Combat Module
Take on similarly equipped HobbyZone planes in aerial combat.
  Qty: £16.95
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Aerial Drop Module Aerial Drop Module
Plug in the Aerial Drop Module and you can drop a streamer bomb or parachute.
  Qty: £16.95
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AA Batteries - 4 pack AA Batteries - 4 pack
Fujistsu AA 4-Pack is a high quality, long lasting, durable alkaline battery.
  Qty: £2.29
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8.4v 900 mAh battery 8.4v 900 mAh battery
Add extra performance to your Hobbyzone RC airplanes with this battery pack.
  Qty: £14.95
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Aerial Drop Module Aerial Drop Module
Plug in the Aerial Drop Module and you can drop a streamer bomb or parachute.
  Qty: £16.95
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8.4v 900 mAh battery 8.4v 900 mAh battery
Add extra performance to your Hobbyzone RC airplanes with this battery pack.
  Qty: £14.95
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Customer reviews:

5 of 5 Stars! 04/01/2008
Reviewer: Kevin Potts

open I am new to R/C aircraft and have never flown one before but have always wanted to, so on looking at various web sites I saw the Firebird range and opted for the Freedom model (well if your going to have a go might as well start at the top)I looked at a few forums which advised to practice on a flight simulator and clicked on the link provided for the free download, I spent around 2 hours in total practicing. When my Firebird arived i promptly put it together, cahrged the battery and went to the local playing field. I Hand launched the plane with A.C.T on and the plane was off up in the air. to my delight it was easy to control easier than the simulator,I managed to fly and land 7 times without any problems, the landings are easy enough just have to master getting the plane closer to me. This plane does everything and more that it says, I found I coulsd fly for around 20 to 25 minutes by flyung high then gliding back to earth saving the battery. I have read quite a few reviews that slated this plane saying it was difficult to handle and not for beginners well all I can say is what a load of twaddle I am proof of that I had never laid hands on a RC aircraft prior to this one. I would highly recomend this plane to any beginner. So in short I wanted to put the record streight this plane is fantastic for beginners closed
 
5 of 5 Stars! 02/06/2006
Reviewer: Malcolm Jay

open Hobbyzone Firebird Freedom On my return to model aircraft flying after a long absence. I decided on something simple, easy to fly, and electric. Of the many suitable aircraft I chose the ‘Firebird Freedom’. Everything is in the box and ready to fly (RTF). It is, and it would be so tempting to charge up the battery and on to the flying field. Fortunately when I bought the ‘Freedom’ the wind was blowing about 25 knots. So it gave me time to examine the bits in the box. All the parts were well-packed and tied down with cable ties. These were cut and the parts removed. I took out the package that contained the instruction manual and CD. I normally don’t bother to read manuals until I get stuck in the construction of the items that I am building. But this time I did. So I installed the batteries in the transmitter and went to put the battery into the fuselage. Where did it go? A diagram in the manual shows the canopy lifting up. There is a small screw on top so I supposed that the screw had to be removed. As I went to remove this screw I noticed that the canopy moved. I realised that it was held down by a rubber band and hinged at the rear. Turn on the transmitter said the manual. Install the flight battery into the fuselage and plug it into the connector. This puzzled me, as I thought why should you do this? Why? Because there is no switch. I did not like this idea. So later I found a small slide switch, and tapped it into the power lead. I cut a small hole in the side of the fuselage above the wing root, where I screwed in the switch. With the flight battery installed I noticed that there was a gap between the front of the canopy and fuselage. Even without the battery the gap was still there. “Dam big air brake” this could cause whilst the aircraft was flying. So I placed a strip of selotape over the gap to cure this. The Wings go together well and seem quite tight when attached to the fuselage. They are nicely formed and smooth. But the decoration decals had loads of air bubbles under them. Surly this could affect the smooth airflow over the wings. I found that these sticky decals can be carefully peeled back and replaced with the air bubbles removed. FIRST TEST FLIGHT The wind had been blowing almost gales for the last three days since I bought my ‘Freedom’. But early on the Sunday morning I noticed that the trees were not bending so much. I am fortunate that at the rear of my home I have a sports field. So Taking my ‘Freedom’ I went out of my back gate onto the field. First I did a range check. As I was on my own I placed the aircraft on the ground with the rear towards me. As I walked away I checked that the control surfaces were doing what they should and blipped the engine. I had with me a small but powerful pair of binoculars. At 100 metres I could still see the control surfaces working and the prop spinning. I did not have the antenna of the TX extended. To me that is good enough. With the wheels removed and the radio on, I did a hand launch (without motor) to check the trim. It was OK. But it needed a bit of up trim to flatten out the glide. I did another and that was also fine. Oh it was so tempting. I gave half throttle and launched the ‘freedom’. It went straight and level at about 2 metres from the ground, after about 100metres I turned off the power and the aircraft landed gently. I did this twice more with no problems. But the wind was picking up and I was not willing to take risks. So I went back indoors and cleaned off the mud from the underneath, and put it back in its box for another day. FIRST FLIGHTS These were not very successful. As I found that the aircraft was badly trimmed. I Gave full power and launched the Freedom into the air. It was all over the place and difficult to control. I managed to get it up to about twenty feet and cut the power. I managed to keep it straight and landed it. The second time that I launched it into wind, I took it higher and tried a turn. It dived into the ground. I had the switch on top of the transmitter switched to the anti-crash technology (ACT), but it did not seem to help. One side of the ‘V’ tail broke. The battery had been thrown out and a lead from the connector had pulled out. I repaired the tail with epoxy glue and scotch tape. The battery lead was replaced in the connector and the radio was tested. All was OK. The next session I did some more test ‘chuck and glides’ to sort out the trim. With full power the ‘Firebird Freedom’ at last was flying as I expected it should. The ACT WAS NOT SWITCHED ON. This gave much better response with the controls. I have had quite a few good flights with it now that the trim has been sorted out. I have even managed to do take offs from the ground. As I said the tail had been broken and also the wings have creases but still air worthy. I have purchased a spare tail and wings with spar, and these only cost £16.38 with post. On the box it states ‘Teach yourself to fly’. Not if you are an absolute beginner you will be very lucky if you have no knowledge of these RTF models. As they are mass-produced, and you should get an experienced model flyer to help you trim and fly the ‘Freedom’ The ‘Firebird Freedom’ is a great aircraft for an introduction into model flying. With the cheap spare parts you will not go wrong. Malcolm Jay. closed
 
 
 
 
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