Is This the BEST GPS RC Helicopter? Rotorscale UH-1Y Venom Maiden Flight & Review
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In this video, I take a detailed look at the Rotor Scale UH-1Y Venom 200 size RC helicopter in Marine livery, a ready-to-fly scale model packed with advanced features like GPS positioning, optical flow (vision sensor), and LiDAR altitude hold.
We start with a full unboxing and setup, including what’s in the box, battery details, and transmitter overview. I walk through blade installation, radio functions, and a complete compass calibration procedure step-by-step, so you can get flying quickly and safely.
At the field, we perform a full maiden flight test in windy conditions to evaluate real-world performance. I test:
• GPS position hold stability
• Visual (optical flow) mode
• Manual flight performance
• Return-to-home (RTH) accuracy
• Flight characteristics in different rate modes (Novice, Sport, S+)
I also compare this helicopter to the Goosky E2, highlighting similarities and differences, and share honest feedback on battery fitment, flight time, and limitations of tail motor helicopters.
💡 Key insights:
• Excellent stability in GPS mode even in wind
• Smooth and responsive in manual mode
• Accurate return-to-home within a few feet
• Tight battery compartment (important consideration for long-term use)
If you’re looking for a scale RC helicopter with GPS and beginner-friendly features, this UH-1Y Venom is a strong contender.
👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and check out my other RC helicopter reviews, builds, and flight tests!
#RChelicopter #UH1YVenom #RotorScale #GooskyE2 #RCHeli #GPSHelicopter #Flight6677
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Chapters
0:00 Intro – UH-1Y Venom Overview
0:38 Unboxing & What’s Included
2:10 Helicopter Overview (Scale Details & Features)
3:12 Parts Breakdown & Accessories
4:00 Battery & Charging Setup
4:35 Transmitter Overview (A8 Controller)
6:03 Key Features – GPS, Optical Flow & LiDAR
7:48 Tail Blade Installation
8:53 Main Blade Installation (Step-by-Step)
11:03 Completed Assembly Check
11:23 Transmitter Controls Explained
12:45 LED Status & Flight Modes Explained
13:48 Motor Start & Arming Procedure
14:14 Compass Calibration Step-by-Step
17:35 Comparison with Goosky E2
19:31 Maiden Flight Setup at Field
21:01 Compass Calibration (Live Demo)
23:11 GPS Lock & Takeoff
24:16 GPS Position Hold Test (Wind Test)
25:28 S+ Mode Flight Performance
26:07 Visual Mode Test
26:45 Manual Mode Performance
27:58 Return-To-Home Test
29:03 Novice Mode Demonstration
30:27 Tail Motor Behavior in Turns
32:30 GPS Stability Check
33:12 Flight Time Review
34:13 Return-To-Home Landing Test
34:40 Battery Performance & Voltage Check
35:08 Flight Time Recommendation
36:12 Final Thoughts & Pros/Cons
11 Comments
Mine has the armaments but the decals are different. It came with blades installed.
Is This the BEST GPS RC Helicopter? Rotorscale UH-1Y Venom Maiden Flight & Review
Flight6677
7,908 views
In this video, I take a detailed look at the Rotor Scale UH-1Y Venom 200 size RC helicopter in Marine livery, a ready-to-fly scale model packed with advanced features like GPS positioning, optical flow (vision sensor), and LiDAR altitude hold.
We start with a full unboxing and setup, including what’s in the box, battery details, and transmitter overview. I walk through blade installation, radio functions, and a complete compass calibration procedure step-by-step, so you can get flying quickly and safely.
At the field, we perform a full maiden flight test in windy conditions to evaluate real-world performance. I test:
• GPS position hold stability
• Visual (optical flow) mode
• Manual flight performance
• Return-to-home (RTH) accuracy
• Flight characteristics in different rate modes (Novice, Sport, S+)
I also compare this helicopter to the Goosky E2, highlighting similarities and differences, and share honest feedback on battery fitment, flight time, and limitations of tail motor helicopters.
💡 Key insights:
• Excellent stability in GPS mode even in wind
• Smooth and responsive in manual mode
• Accurate return-to-home within a few feet
• Tight battery compartment (important consideration for long-term use)
If you’re looking for a scale RC helicopter with GPS and beginner-friendly features, this UH-1Y Venom is a strong contender.
👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and check out my other RC helicopter reviews, builds, and flight tests!
#RChelicopter #UH1YVenom #RotorScale #GooskyE2 #RCHeli #GPSHelicopter #Flight6677
Get yours using my 15%disocunt:
Use my exclusive 15% discount code: 6677
Stirlingkit: https://bit.ly/4p3ZAav
https://www.stirlingkit.com/products/...
or here:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/DKm...
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/mGD...
Chapters
0:00 Intro – UH-1Y Venom Overview
0:38 Unboxing & What’s Included
2:10 Helicopter Overview (Scale Details & Features)
3:12 Parts Breakdown & Accessories
4:00 Battery & Charging Setup
4:35 Transmitter Overview (A8 Controller)
6:03 Key Features – GPS, Optical Flow & LiDAR
7:48 Tail Blade Installation
8:53 Main Blade Installation (Step-by-Step)
11:03 Completed Assembly Check
11:23 Transmitter Controls Explained
12:45 LED Status & Flight Modes Explained
13:48 Motor Start & Arming Procedure
14:14 Compass Calibration Step-by-Step
17:35 Comparison with Goosky E2
19:31 Maiden Flight Setup at Field
21:01 Compass Calibration (Live Demo)
23:11 GPS Lock & Takeoff
24:16 GPS Position Hold Test (Wind Test)
25:28 S+ Mode Flight Performance
26:07 Visual Mode Test
26:45 Manual Mode Performance
27:58 Return-To-Home Test
29:03 Novice Mode Demonstration
30:27 Tail Motor Behavior in Turns
32:30 GPS Stability Check
33:12 Flight Time Review
34:13 Return-To-Home Landing Test
34:40 Battery Performance & Voltage Check
35:08 Flight Time Recommendation
36:12 Final Thoughts & Pros/Cons