Radio controlled aircraft are so much fun to play with. Be it an airplane or helicopter, it is truly amazing for both young and old enthusiasts but did you know that there are also radio controlled blimps for hobbyists like you and me? Yes, they also make radio controlled blimps. Comparing them to RC airplanes and helicopters, these things are much slower and less maneuverable but that does not make them any less interesting. In fact, there are so many things that you can do with an RC blimp.

A blimp is an airship, dirigible or a self-propelled aircraft capable of being steered by using rudders or propellers. Blimps are lighter-than-air (LTA) aircraft because it weighs less than the air it displaces due to the helium gas which keeps it floating. There are basically two parts to a blimp which are the envelope and the gondola.

The envelope or hull is the upper portion of a blimp. It is actually a balloon filled with helium. The gas contained in the envelope gives the blimp its lift which enables it to float. Nylon is the most common material used for the envelope but other materials can also be used. The main thing is that the material should be strong enough to hold the gas inside and be able to take a little punishment to prevent it from being punctured easily. The envelope comes in various shapes and sizes.

The gondola on the other hand, is the lower portion of a blimp. This is where the motor, battery and the rudder are located. Motors are attached to the gondola to allow maneuverability. These motors allow the blimp to go forward, backward or stay still. As far as maneuvering is concerned, it is very easy to get used to.

There are quite a number of hobbyists who owns these RC blimps. It attracts a lot of hobbyists because of its simplicity. It is easy to assemble and prepare. All you need to do is fill it with helium, check the batteries and you’re ready to go. It is also very quiet which is also a desirable feature. RC blimps are also ideal for indoor use. It does not move too fast so you don’t have to worry about it knocking over the stuff in your house. It can also be used outdoors but it should be at times when there is absolutely no wind because it can easily be carried away by strong winds which will make it harder to control.

One advantage with using blimps is that you can attach a small camera to it to capture stunning images or even video. Imagine being able to do aerial photography at very little cost. It is so rewarding. You can afford to be creative with blimps. All you need is to use your imagination so why don’t you buy one for yourself and experience the joy of flying an RC blimp.