Flying Model Reviews

Readytoflyfun.com’s SkySeeker GT is a sturdy park flyer for beginners. My SkySeeker came in the company’s Extreme Value Package, with everything you could ask for and more. The package features the fuselage—fully assembled with tail, motor, propeller, servos, and speed controller—a 3-channel 27Mhz transmitter, two 7.2-volt 600mAh NiMH batteries, an AC/DC peak quick charger, spare wing, tail set, two spare propellers, rubber bands and red frequency ribbon. If you already own a compatible radio, receiver and batteries, the SkySeeker can be purchased without them for $89.95.

The SkySeeker’s transmitter has a single dual-axis stick for rudder and elevator. Throttle control is on the back left side of the transmitter. After several control tests on the SkySeeker, I feel that this RC system is very natural to use.

The fuselage is made of durable polypropylene, with a lift-up canopy for the battery and servos. The radio compartment is easily reached under the wing, and is adequately protected once the wing is attached. My favorite part of this little guy is that its propeller is at the back of the wing rather than on the nose. This proved beneficial as my first launch attempts ended in a nose dive.

My SkySeeker GT needed a few adjustments before getting into the air. The pushrods were too long, making rudder and elevator movement minimal. A few turns of the clevises fixed it.

Prior to my first powered flight, I checked the trim by launching the model into a glide over the field. After a few minor adjustments, everything was smooth and level.

Once correctly set, the SkySeeker GT practically flew out of my hand. The model wants to be in the air, and will put itself there if you just give it a chance. It responds easily to control and has good power. However, it does not have a very long range, so be sure to keep it close.



The SkySeeker GT Extreme Value Package is a decent beginner’s model. It goes together quickly, and it’s fairly easy to control. The recommendation I’ll make to any new pilot is to have an experienced modeler help you learn to fly.