Radio-controlled aircraft
RC Planes & Helicopters
Compare UK prices on RC planes, helicopters and aircraft kits. Find a ready-to-fly model, check what a bind-and-fly helicopter needs or choose an airframe to build and equip yourself.
Featured aircraft · WLtoys A310 Brushless RC Biplane
Three ways to fly
Best RC Aircraft
We’ve picked a compact indoor helicopter, a straightforward fixed-wing glider and a four-channel biplane. Each comes with a controller, so you can compare the flying experience and check what else you need before you buy.
Best for a first indoor flight
Ready to fly · 2 channels
Infrared handset and spare rotors included. Add four AA batteries.
£11.44
Best for a simple fixed-wing model
Ready to fly · 2 channels
Transmitter and USB-rechargeable flight battery included. Check handset batteries.
£37.98
Best for a step up in control
Ready to fly · 4 channels
Radio controller and rechargeable flight battery included. Check handset batteries.
£118.99
Choose by aircraft type
Recommended Ready-to-Fly RC Planes
Start with a simple foam glider, a fighter-style model or a biplane with more control. We chose these to show how the controls, stabilisation and flying style change across the range.
Best for a simple fixed-wing model
Ready to fly · 2 channels
A lightweight foam glider for practising basic turns and height changes with two-channel controls. Transmitter and USB-rechargeable flight battery included. Check handset batteries.
£37.98
For a fighter-style model
Ready to fly · 4 channels
The F-16-style foam airframe and six-axis stabilisation make this a different flying choice from the two-channel glider. Transmitter and flight batteries listed. Check the exact battery and charging contents.
£79.99
Best for a step up in control
Ready to fly · 4 channels
Choose the A310 if you want four-channel controls and the option of switching between stabilised and aerobatic modes. Radio controller and rechargeable flight battery included. Check handset batteries.
£118.99
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Recommended RC Helicopters
We’ve picked two assembled indoor helicopters for different kinds of practice and a six-channel bind-and-fly model for experienced pilots. Check which transmitter and batteries each one needs.
Best for a first indoor flight
Ready to fly · 2 channels
Simple height and direction controls make this a compact first indoor helicopter. The flight battery charges through the handset. Infrared handset and spare rotors included. Add four AA batteries.
£11.44
For assisted indoor hovering
Ready to fly · 3.5 channels
Altitude hold and one-button take-off and landing give you more help during indoor practice. Handset, flight battery and USB charging cable included. Add three AAA batteries.
£29.99
For experienced helicopter pilots
Bind and fly · 6 channels
This six-channel helicopter has an integrated ExpressLRS receiver. Choose it if you already have compatible radio gear or are happy to set it up separately. Flight battery included. Add a compatible transmitter and suitable charger.
£399.90
Build and fly
RC Aircraft Kits to Build
Choose a balsa glider, a scale airframe or a partly assembled foam trainer. We picked three different ways to get an aircraft airborne, with a clear list of the equipment you may need to add.
Build a 1.6 m glider
Airframe kit · Challenging build
Build a 1.6 m balsa glider and fit your choice of radio and electric power system. Allow room to build and align the wings. Airframe components and instructions included. Add covering, RC electronics and power components as needed.
£84.40
Build a one-metre scale aircraft
Airframe kit · Challenging build
Assemble the laser-cut balsa and plywood airframe before fitting the flight electronics. This is the airframe-only S3801 offer. Airframe and hardware included. Add covering, adhesives, motor, ESC, servos, radio gear and battery.
£94.03
Assemble a foam land-and-water trainer
Part assembled · Intermediate build
Join the preformed foam sections and set up the wheeled gear or floats. This offers a shorter assembly route than the two balsa builds. Transmitter and pre-fitted servos listed. Confirm flight battery and charger with the seller.
£229.00
Buying guide
How to Choose an RC Aircraft
Start with where you’ll fly
An indoor helicopter suits a clear indoor space. For outdoor aircraft, plan where you can launch and land and check the CAA Drone and Model Aircraft Code and the rules for the site.
Choose a flying style
Think about whether you want to practise hovering, try basic fixed-wing turns or progress to more advanced control. Check the wingspan, flight modes and number of channels for the exact model.
Read the supplied format
Ready-to-fly models usually include a transmitter and can still need charging or final setup. A bind-and-fly model such as the OMPHOBBY M2 V3 Sport RC Helicopter needs a compatible transmitter. A kit can need assembly and additional equipment.
Check the radio and power package
Check the receiver protocol, transmitter, flight battery, charger and any handset batteries. For a bind-and-fly aircraft, confirm that your radio supports the model’s receiver and required channels.
Budget for the full build
An airframe kit such as the Quolefly Savage Bobber S38 Balsa Kit needs more than the wooden parts. Price the covering, adhesives, motor, speed controller, servos, radio gear and battery before comparing it with a partly assembled kit.
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Browse All RC Aircraft
Browse planes, helicopters and kits, then open the listing to check its exact format and equipment. The Planes tab includes fixed-wing kits, and the Helicopters tab includes both ready-to-fly and bind-and-fly models.
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Common questions
RC Aircraft FAQs
What does ready to fly mean for an RC plane?
A ready-to-fly package typically supplies the radio and flight equipment. You may still need to fit parts, charge the flight battery or add handset batteries. Check the exact box contents and setup instructions.
What is a bind-and-fly RC helicopter?
It comes with a receiver that you bind to a compatible transmitter. The OMPHOBBY M2 V3 Sport RC Helicopter has an integrated ExpressLRS receiver and an included flight battery. Check which transmitter and charger you need.
Should I start with an RC plane or a helicopter?
Choose according to your space and the kind of flying you want to learn. The Revell Streak RC Helicopter is a compact indoor helicopter. The Goolsky FX-803 RC Glider gives you simple fixed-wing controls for flying practice.
Do RC aircraft kits come with the electronics?
It depends on the kit. The Quolefly Savage Bobber S38 Balsa Kit is an airframe package that needs separate electronics. The PlaySteam Global Hawk RC Trainer comes with pre-installed servos and a transmitter listed for the matched offer.
What does the number of channels tell me?
Channels are separate control inputs. Check which controls the model gives you, such as throttle, steering or pitch. The number alone does not tell you how much flying experience you’ll need.
How much room do I need for a balsa aircraft kit?
Check the completed wingspan and allow extra bench space for aligning and covering the wing. The DW Hobby Sunbird Balsa Glider Kit spans 1.6 m once built.
Where can I fly a model aircraft in the UK?
Check the current CAA Drone and Model Aircraft Code and any site or club rules before flying outdoors. The CAA explains how to check the requirements that apply to your aircraft and location.