Instruction Manual

Hovering

Once the helicopter is up in the air, try to hold the helicopter in one spot. If this

is your ﬁ rst model helicopter, it will require some practice. Wind or air currents

have a big effect on the stability of the helicopter. Be patient and try to anticipate

where the helicopter will move.

Landing

Level the helicopter into a steady hover and slowly decrease power until the

helicopter settles onto the ground.

Basic Maneuvers

Slow Pirouettes – Add a small amount of tail rotor (left or right) and try rotating

the helicopter slightly sideways and see if you can hold it there. If you feel

uncomfortable, then bring the tail back toward you. Once you start getting

comfortable, try moving the helicopter to the side. Then turn back and ﬂ y back

to the other side in straight lines. Then work into rotating the helicopter around

360°, which is called a pirouette. The helicopter can drift during these so make

sure you have plenty of room when you ﬁ rst start practicing.

Nose-in Hovering – After pirouettes it’s time to move on to nose-in hovering.

Take off and climb to 10 feet [3m]. Practice half pirouettes from tail in to nose-

in hovering and try to lengthen the delay in between. This will give you a little

practice nose-in and still give you a chance to get out of trouble. As your skills

improve you’ll remain nose-in for longer periods of time.

Forward Flight – Now it’s time to work into basic forward ﬂ ight. Just take the

basic hovering maneuvers listed above and slowly ﬂ y out farther and faster

and always bring the helicopter back after one pass. Practice controlled slow

ﬂ ight in close as well. The more time you spend practicing here the easier

things will be later on.

GOOD LUCK AND GREAT FLYING!

ORDERING PARTS

Replacement parts for the Heli-Max MD-530 are available using the order

numbers in the Replacement Parts List that follows. The fastest, most

economical service can be provided by your hobby dealer.

To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Heli-Max web site at www.helimax-rc.com.

Choose “Where to Buy” at the bottom of the page.

Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services by calling (217) 398-

0007, or via facsimile at (217) 398-7721, but full retail prices and shipping and

handling charges will apply. Illinois and Nevada residents will also be charged