NOW AVAILABLE AT AIRSTAR INTERNATIONAL

XtremeLink™ 2.4Ghz JR combo package: $189.00 (A846)

Known compatible JR radios: 347, 388, 783, U8, 10S, 10SX, 10X, 10IIs, 8103, 9303, MX-22, and MX-24s.

Note: other radios may be compatible if the module size/shape is the same.

Comes with one XtremeLink™ 2.4GHz transmitter module for Futaba and Hitec radios, and one XtremeLink™ 2.4GHz 8 channel re

 

 

 

REVIEW 

 

EVALUATION OF:

I have been flying the Mongoose for some time. This helicopter is superior in its class. 

Unlike other helis the Mongoose is not a kit. It comes fully assembled and trimmed out.  

The G230 or G260 gasoline engine is a tremendous improvement in reliability over conventional nitro engines. Its airframe, all CNC machined metal parts makes the Mongoose stand out from all plastic constructed  helicopters.  

Because of its design to carry loads, like cameras, video equipment and other attachments it becomes very versatile for the innovated user. For instance the Mongoose is ideal for your scale ship, because it is easy to fly, big and very smooth and stable.

 

Some mild aerobatics are possible, but the Mongoose is not intended for 3-D flying.

 

To sum things up:

THE MONGOOSE IS AN EXCELLENT  FLYING MACHINE

 

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Dear Josef,

 

I wanted to take a second to thank you for the excellent products and services afforded  me during my purchase of my new Mongoose in December of 2006.  I have enjoyed every second of flying my new helicopter and I have complete confidence with my purchase of my Airstar Mongoose: the “Rolls Royce” of helicopters. 

Also, I am very pleased with my new tall landing gear too!  Because of the less than perfect landing areas, my new taller gear has saved me several times adverting tail strikes.  Powder coated to match my copter; light and strong aircraft quality aluminum; it is truly a work of art. 

I am looking forward to purchasing more helicopters and accessories from Airstar International. 

I know I can always depend on excellence in both service and product. 

 

Respectfully, 

Michael Santino

CBS Television Network

HDTV Technical Director / Lead Editor

 

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Airstar

We are in the business of providing aerial imaging for  emergency response incidents and training exercises. When lives are at stake only the very best will do. To do this our equipment must be reliable, durable and stable.  That's why we use the Airstar Mongoose as our aerial platforms. Nothing  else comes close.

Sean Kellythorne

Overhead Imaging LLC

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As an older beginner learning to fly RC helicopters I found it extremely challenging. A friend of mine suggested I try an Airstar Trainer. I was nervous about trying out such a large bird but I soon found out it was a lot easier to fly than the smaller models . It was a lot more stable than anything else I'd tried. Plus, the gas engine was a lot less trouble than fiddling around with fuel, starter motors and cleaning up the messy oil.  I'd recommend the Airstar Trainer to any beginner who wants a real RC helicopter.

Duncan

CA

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When I bring my Airstar out to the field the other pilots become stricken with jealousy.  And when she takes to the air the field becomes silent as everyone watches the smooth flying action.

I'm proud to own the Mercedes Benz of the sky!

David Williams, CA

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4 Servo CCPM 10X programming steps for Airstar Mongoose Helicopter

using 4 Futaba S9550 servos. (adapted from instructions by Danny Snyder)

Step #1. In code 65 (Swash Mix) select the 1 servo swash plate mix.

Note: Steps 2 thru 4 are needed to synchronize the servo throw and to prevent over travel. Initial setup values are given below. During final setup and adjustments the pitch curves (code 68) and dual rates (code 13) will be used to achieve the desired pitch, aileron and elevator travel (do not use travel adjust).

Step #2. Code 12 travel adjust- Increase the aileron, elevator and pitch travel adjustments to 150% in each direction.

Step #3. Code 13 dual rate- adjust the dual rate values for aileron and elevator to 50% in all dual rate positions (0, 1,2).

Step #4. Code 68 pitch curve- Reduce the high pitch setting to 75% and the low pitch setting to 25% in all flight modes (0, 1,2, H).

Step #5. Code 51 mix 1- Mix pitch to aileron at 100% in each direction

Step #6. Code 52 mix 2- Mix aileron to pitch at 100% in each direction an turn on the trim. Note: "negative 100 setting"

Step #7. Code 53 mix 3- Mix pitch to elevator at 100% in each direction.

Note: "negative 100 setting"

Step #8. Code 54 mix 4- Mix elevator to aux 2 at 100% in each direction and turn on the trim.

Step #9. Code 55 mix 5- Mix Pitch to Aux 2 at 100% in each direction.

Plug each servo in as follows

Forward servo- elevator

Rearward servo- Aux. 2

Right servo – Aileron

Left servo - Aux. 1

Code 11 Reverse switches look like this>>>

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                                                                                                             Photo by, Michael Santino