ORIGINAL: Charlie P.

I have been a vocal opponent to gyros for a learning tool or a crutch. Until I got a little 14.7'' UMX Beast 3D AS3X biplane. This has three-axis gyros that prevent the wind from buffeting this tiny 2 oz model and allow it to fly incredibly well outdoors and in good breezes (about up to 10mph or so). The gyros won't regain level flight if you release the sticks, but instead they keep the model flying on track until additional stick input comes along. They certainly DO NOT turn the Beast into a trainer.

I also fly gas and glow. This ridiculous little foamy flies as smoothly as a .60 size glow and is a LOT more maneuverable than most sport models. It flies a LOT better than my Seagull .46 Ultimate biplane. [img][/img] At least under my thumbs.