Greg Covey

Hi,

I'm reviewing the Firebird Commander 2 from [link=http://www.horizonhobby.com/Shop/ByCategory/Product/Default.aspx?ProdID=HBZ2600]HobbyZone[/link] with the amazing new Anti-Crash Technology (ACT). ACT is the most innovative development to ready-to-fly airplanes since HobbyZone began. Optical sensors detect the ground and sky, and then give input that pulls the plane out of a spiral dive that could lead to a crash.

Everything you need to get your Firebird Commander 2 in the air is included in the box, even the transmitter batteries!

Features:
[ul][*] Revolutionary Anti-Crash Technology™ (ACT) is unique to HobbyZone and ground breaking because there is no other technology on the market that accomplishes what ACT does. It makes learning to fly easier and safer than ever before.[*] A one-box purchase, which means that everything that’s needed to get flying comes in the box, including batteries for the proportional 2-channel transmitter[*] A ready-to-fly design that allows users to get in the air quickly. They simply need to attach the wing and landing gear, and install the rechargeable battery pack, to get flying[*] A powerful 380 motor that permits users to have great climb rate and power while flying their Firebird Commander 2[*] Two transmitter-selectable flight modes, with Anti-Crash Technology “on” or “off”, for pilots to select the level of control they feel is best given their flying skills[*] A detailed instruction manual and video CD that instructs consumers on the proper techniques and steps that need to be taken to get their Firebird Commander 2 in the air and flying safely[*] X-Port technology that allows pilots to use exciting plug-in accessories, such as the Sonic Combat Module™ to dog fight with other X-Port equipped planes, the Aerial Drop Module™ to drop bombs or a parachutist, or the Night Flight Module™[*] A soft, resilient rubber nose that cushions the force of impact and decreases damage if the pilot has a hard landing[*] A fully proportional 2-channel FM radio system, including batteries for the transmitter, that is offered in six frequencies[*] A rechargeable 6-cell 7.2V 900mAh Ni-MH battery pack[*] An AC wall charger, with LED and timer, that charges your battery pack in three hours when it is completely discharged
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Specifications:
[ul][*] Wing Span: 41.0 in/1025mm[*] Overall Length: 31.0 in/790mm[*] Flying Weight: 17 oz/480 g[*] Motor Size: 380 Power[*] Radio: FM 2-channel proportional[*] Trim Scheme Colors: white/blue/black[*] Recommended Battery: 900mAh 7.2V Ni-MH (included)[*] Transmitter Range: 2500 ft.[*] Available Frequencies: 6 frequencies on 27 MHz[*] X-Port: yes[*] Charger: AC wall charger w/timer and LED[*] Landing Gear: yes[*] Steering: Proportional
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