As for that H4 flying buzz saw/death trap, the manufacturer cannot test the parachute because it’s illegal to do so in Japan. The procedure to test it would be to turn all the engins off and hope it works perfectly the first time. What are the chances that ANYTHInG works perfectly the first time? Fixed pitch is not suitable for human transport. As for landing on 3 engines, check how small and light the test pilot is – I doubt if 3 engines would keep a normal size person safely airborn or even land without incident.

I’m sorry, WiredEarp, but your ill researched opinions could get someone killed.

As to the H4 and engines quitting, that is always a safety aspect to consider. However, hk’s argument that if an engine quits, that the others will quit due to overheating doesn’t hold water as i’d imagine that the moment you had ANY type of engine trouble in a craft like this, that you’d want to land ASAP. I think the 3 remaining engines would be sufficient if you descend immediately… I’d like to see the parachute system fully operational and tested before I flew in one tho

Sorry about your bad experience. I’ve been flying RC model helicopters for about 20 years and understand how you would feel the way you do. It’s an expensive and difficult hobby even if one is talented in all the correct disciplines. A good way to approach this is to join an RC club, observe and talk to the members out at a flying field. Since the helicopter is the most difficult RC model to fly, it would make sense to start out with a lower cost ready to fly electric “Park” flyer (airplane) with at least a three channel radio (throttle, rudder, and elevator). Many good radios have a “buddy” connection that lets an experienced pilot take over with his control box before you crash!! A lot cheaper in the long run.

The cheaper ones only have 1 or two channels and are MUCH harder to fly. Once mastered, more difficult models can be attempted. Once these are mastered, one would learn more about model helicopters before making a purchase. I have several model planes and helicopters, and the hardest one to fly (heli) is the one I saw advertised on TV for $34.95. It’s marketed as a toy, but few will ever master flying it!!

The helicopter you purchased is called a “fixed pitch” helicopter and is more difficult to fly (and cheaper) than the more responsive and precise “variable pitch” technology.
The models must by nature be very light, but are still very expensive to fix!! The very thing that makes the hobby so difficult, is what makes it so rewarding to master.

Good Luck!!