How to Use an Air Hog Gyrocopter

The Air Hog Gyrocopter is half helicopter and half airplane, making this unit simpler to control than a typical radio-controlled helicopter. The rotors are not powered like a helicopter; they spin due to the Gyrocopter's interaction with the air as it moves. Its lithium battery provides longer playtime and the foam construction protects it from collision-related damage.

Things You'll Need

• Air Hog Gyrocopter
• Phillips screwdriver
• 6 AA batteries

Instructions

Charging Your Air Hog Gyrocopter

1. Remove the battery cover on controller using a Phillips screwdriver. Install 6 AA batteries and replace the battery cover.

2. Push the Gyrocopter's On/Off switch to "Off".

3. Set the controller's On/Off/Charge switch to "Off".

4. Lift the controller charge door and remove the charging cord.

5. Insert the charge cord into the receptacle on the bottom of the Gyrocopter.

6. Push the controller's On/Off/Charge switch to "Charge." The LED light will illuminate green. Charging is complete when the light goes out.

7. Remove the charging cord from the underside of the Gyrocopter and replace it in the controller.

Flying Your Air Hog Gyrocopter

1. Extend the controller antenna fully.

2. Set the controller On/Off/Charge switch to "On." The power LED light will illuminate red.

3. Push the Gyrocraft's On/Off switch to "On."

4. Hold the Gyrocraft by the underside and wave it in an up-and-down motion 5-10 times to start rotation of the rotors.

5. Toss the Gyrocraft gently into the air in a forward motion aiming into the wind. Ease up on the throttle and allow the Gyrocraft to stabilize before attempting to steer.

6. Push throttle stick forward to increase altitude. Push the steering stick right or left to turn the Gyrocraft.

References

• Air Hogs Product Information
• Air Hogs Gyrocopter Instructions