While it seems too late to discuss what some would like to see [from the Axe] it shows how these forums COULD be used to improve products both overtly and covertly.


Having said that...

The Axe line of helis thus far seem fine for a beginner. I learned (am learning) on one with no previous sim, co-ax, or FP experience.

They do offer a great value if you get one with all the GOOD parts from the factory.
Mine has good motors but a couple of servos had problems.
I was able to hover it out-of-the-box and despite the servo problem(s) have never bent a main shaft or stripped a main gear.
I never had to deal with customer service other than to replace the recalled batteries. That went smooth and I had my new batts. about 10 days after I sent the old ones.

By only offering it with the Tx and other electricals ONLY they will limit their market to beginners. Who would spend $190 and throw away the electricals?
I suspect the high cost of spares is how the product line achieves its margins. I'll leave that to the MBAs.

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Bottom line: it is a great beginners CP heli.
BUT... Better quality NEVER hurts!

RWW