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Air Hogs Switchblade - Red and Grey 27.195 Mhz | 
| Brand: Air Hogs
Category: Toy
List Price: $69.99
Buy New: $20.49
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Seller: Westside Treasures
Rating:  9 reviews
Sales Rank: 20215
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.7
Dimensions (in): 4.3 x 14.5 x 18
Model: 20021790
UPC: 778988818589
EAN: 0778988818589
ASIN: B001SOIZTK
Release Date: September 15, 2009
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Comes with an RF controller, plug-in charger, extra propellers, and a built in LIPO battery for extreme power and performance. | | • | 2 amazing flyers in 1! | | • | Wing span of 17" (43cm) | | • | Hover like a UFO, fly like a plane! | | • | Great for the backyard or park |
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Product Description
Air Hogs RC Switchblade Transforming Stunt Flier. Switchblade performs a magical in-air transformation using the latest in flight technology. Hover like a UFO, Fly like a Plane!The incredible flier takes off like a UFO and transforms in-air to a high powered aircraft. It's like having 2 amazing flyers in 1. The Switchblade comes with an RF controller, plug-in charger, extra propellers and a built in Lipo battery for extreme power and performance. Nothing like Switchblade in the Market! Hover like a UFO, Fly like a PlaneFeatures:Vertical takeoffTransforms in mid-air. Flies like a jet 27 MHz 300 Feet range Includes reusable carry caseIncludes:1 x Air Hogs Switchblade flier 1 x Controller/Launcher 1 x Launch Base1 x Instruction manual
Amazon.com Review
Junior aviators will enjoy flying the Air Hogs Switchblade, a unique remote-control plane that hovers like a UFO and flies like a jet. Designed for ages ten and older, this marvel-of-the-skies transforms in midair with the push of a "morph" button that propels it forward from a hovering position with incredible velocity. Ideal for play in a neighborhood park or spacious backyard, kids can put on a show with this remote control plane.  | Switchblade Ages:10+
Requires: - 8 "AA" batteries (not included)
- Screwdriver for battery installation
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The Switchblade can hover in mid-air and then transform to fly like a jet. (Black & yellow model shown here.) View larger. | 
Plug the charge nozzle into the plane's charge port and the plane will be ready to fly in 30 minutes. (Black & yellow model shown here.) View larger. | Prepare for Take-Off
With a 17-inch wingspan, durable polyfoam construction, and red-and-grey designs, this remote-control plane can hover in mid-air and then transform to fly like a jet. The remote control features a throttle, direction toggle, trim knob, and "morph" button, making it easy for junior aviators to pilot the Switchblade from up to 300 feet (91 meters) away. Before take-off, adults should install the controller/charger's eight "AA" batteries (not included), then plug the charge nozzle into the plane's charge port. In approximately 30 minutes, a flashing green light on the controller, indicates the plane is ready. First-time pilots then adjust the controller's trim knob to make the plane hover, rather than spin. Take to the Skies like a UFO
The Switchblade is ideal for use in a neighborhood park or spacious backyard. Pilots can position the plane on the included launch base for take-off, or simply release it by hand. Arrows on the plane's body show what direction to rotate the plane's wings so that the propellers are facing opposite directions. When the trim is properly adjusted, the plane will ascend with ease. Fly with the Stealth of a Jet Plane
The plane's steady ascension is a marvel to watch, but it hardly compares to the sudden midair transformation that takes place at the touch of the "morph" button. Instantly, the plane shoots forward with remarkable speed. From there, it's up to you to steer it safely. The Switchblade should be piloted over grassy areas in temperatures of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or above for safe flying and optimal performance. In the event of an accidental air collision or landing mishap, a piece of tape is usually sufficient for repair. The plane also comes with four replacement propellers which should be installed with adult supervision. What's in the Box
Switchblade remote-control plane (Red & grey), controller/charger, controller antenna, launch base, wind speed/direction ribbon, four spare propellers, and instruction manual.
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 Takes a little practice February 14, 2010
K. Schneider (Plano, TX USA)
Definitely very exciting for my 7-yr old son -- me too. Takes a little practice to get launched! Make sure there's NO wind the first time you take it out because it makes taking off very difficult. Also, make sure you've got PLENTY of space! We went to a big open field at a park -- about 2 football fields worth of open area. That's about as small as you can manage. Definitely stay away from trees because it's a tree magnet and gets stuck easily. (Learned the hard way!)
My Grown-up Boys Loved them December 28, 2009
Jeretta Landry
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought two of these in both colors for my grown boys (39 and 35)and they had a
ball playing with them. It took a while for them to get the hang of how to fly them so I don't know if young boys could do it or not. I always get my boys a toy
for Christmas and these were definitely a hit.
 Fun while it lasts January 18, 2010
Doug Mercer (Austin, TX)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I got two of these for Christmas for a couple of 10 year old boys. They flew them on a baseball field over the weekend. While they really loved them and flew them a LOT, by the end of the weekend, the charge in the planes was getting less and less-- and yes, I changed out the batteries in the controllers. It definitely does what it says. It spirals up about 30-40 feet in the air and then it changes to plane mode and flies around, but don't think you are going to be able to control the flight more than making a slight turn here or there. I have purchased Airhog planes before, and here is my assessment: They are really fun toys that will be used 2-3 weeks before either the battery in the planes can't charge enough or the wings get dinged up too much affecting the flight. Don't even think about flying this thing on concrete! Hey, if you've got $50 or $60, and you want a fun toy for a while it is great, but don't think it will last.
 Doesn't work/not durable January 19, 2010
asmith
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Purchased as a christmas gift, the toy didn't last christmas day. Charge would not last. Low hoover only. Not worth the money
remote control airplane February 12, 2010
Laurie J. Ebright (Arizona)
My Son is not very happy with the product it doesn't seem to hold a charge
very well thus it doesn't fly for very long. It is a real disappointment
I wish we could return it for him and get his money back as he is 11yrs old
and used his own money to buy it.
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