TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Aircraft Product Category
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Syma - 3 Channel Electric Helicopter RTF w/ Auto Stabilizing Gyro + Metal Frames + Cool Strobing Head Lights by
TOY WONDERS INC.S032 Syma - 3 Channel Electric Helicopter RTF w/ Auto Stabilizing Gyro + Metal Frames + Cool Strobing Head Lights. 11.5" long helicopter comes with battery, charger and transmitter. The Syma S032 RC helicopter can go forward, backward, left, and right. This S032 even equipped with bright strobing LED head lights, so you can enjoy flying in the dark. The unique co-axial rotors counter-rotate for unprecedented stability. Light and safe, this helicopter will transform any indoor environment into a cool chopper fly zone. Get about 12 minutes flight time per charge. S032 is in RED & WHITE 2-tone colors.
— As of 12/17/2012 this product had 4.1 out of 5 stars from 899 reviews on Amazon.com. 12/15/2010 (Price: $70)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Syma - 3 Channel Radio Controlled Infrared Remote Controlled Electric RC Micro Mini Helicopter w/ Gyro by
TOY WONDERS INC.S107 Syma - 3 Channel Radio Controlled Infrared Remote Controlled Electric RC Micro Mini Helicopter w/ Gyro + Colorful Strobing LED Lights. This S107 equipped with NEW Gyroscope System for simpliest controls and stabilities, NEW Metal Frame & Body for extra durabilities, NEW Awesome Look and Design, and Bright strobing muti-color LED headlights so you can enjoy flying in the dark. At only 7" long, it easily fits in the palm of your hand and is fully functional. This S107 even has the option to charge directly from computer's USB port (USB cable included) or transmitter which uses "AA" batteries! S107 is in RED & YELLOW colors. Each Helicopter is individually packed in a window box. Box size: 17.75"L x 3"W x 7.25"H.
— As of 05/21/2012 this product had 4 out of 5 stars from 730 reviews on Amazon.com. PROS: Lightweight, durable, two methods of charging. CONS: Not suitable for children under 14; repairs are difficult.
12/15/2010 (Price: $60)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Air Hogs Hawk Eye Camera Copter by
SPIN MASTER TOYSThe Air Hogs Hawk Eye Camera Copter is the first indoor helicopter that can take video and photos while flying. The helicopter can capture up to 5 minutes of video at a resolution of 320 x 240 or hundreds of photos at a resolution of 640 x 480. Requires 3 AAA batteries, not included. 12/1/2010 (Price: $85.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Foxtail Sonic by
KLUTZThis Foxtail breaks the sound barrier every time you throw it. Whistles lodged in the leather-covered soft sponge ball shriek as it whizzes through the air. 11/24/2010 (Price: $10.95)
D-FLY XL Alloy with Gyro Helicopter by
EMIRIMAGE CORP.The D-FLY XL Alloy with Gyro Helicopter, is an extra large sized remote control helicopter, approximately 1.5 feet long. It comes with LED Rockets, easy to fly, and very stable for indoor and outdoor flight. Features a Li-Po battery for longer flying time. 11/5/2010 (Price: $140.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] DARKHAWK Defender XL 3 ch w/ GYRO by
EMIRIMAGE CORP.The Darkhawk Defender XL Helicopter, is an extra large sized military RC helicopter with 3 channels, Gyroscope and LED Lights, and with action figures. The Darkhawk Defender XL Helicopter is fabricated with high impact plastic materials. It is completely stable and can be flown indoors and outdoors. It comes with Li-Po battery for longer flying time. 11/5/2010 (Price: $43.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Micro X Copter E-AGLE by
EMIRIMAGE CORP.The Micro X Copter E-agle Metal with Gyro and LED lights, is a mini Infrared 3 channels helicopter and it is one of our upgrade versions of the Micro X Copter. It comes in 4 assorted colors and includes a USB cable. There are 3 different infrared frequency bands available. The Micro X Copter E-agle Metal with Gyro is fabricated with high impact alloy materials. It is infrared controlled. The three frequencies makes possible to fly three Micro X Copter E-agle Metal with Gyro at the same time with no interference. The Micro X Copter E-agle Metal with Gyro is an indoors helicopter. 11/5/2010 (Price: $18.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Syma S107 Mini Indoor Built-in Gyroscope RC Helicopter by
RC TOY HOUSEEquipped with gyroscope technology, this helicopter can fly up, down, left, right, forward and backward. It measures 7.5" x 3.8" x 7.5," and can be charged by transmitter or USB cable.
— As of 7.26.2010, this product had 4.5 out of 5 stars from 44 reviews on Amazon.com, and was listed No. 15 in the top 100 best-selling toys and games.
PROS: Moves in multiple directions and is durable and stable. Comes with LED lights and a USB charger.
CONS: Moves somewhat slowly. USB charger can mean a longer recharge time. 7/26/2010 (Price: $59.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Elite Fleet V-Wing Back Yard Flyer by
KID GALAXY INC.This plane can go from charger to flying in just 10 seconds with the easy-to-use, all in one hand-held charger/launcher. The plane is designed to fly for 30 seconds or more, and stand up to many back yard landings. It features a single-pull trigger, requires three AA batteries, and can fly up to 100 feet.
— The owner of
Kid’s Center in Tucson, Ariz., told
TDmonthly they ordered from ASTRA 2010 a Kid Galaxy “back yard flyer that we had not seen operational before” — one of their favorite products of the show.
— In a November 2011 survey Lisa LeStrange, owner of
Lucky Duck Toys in Wayne, Pa., told
TDmonthly that their "Top selling flying toy is Backyard Flyer by Kid Galaxy...Depends on the season, but in warm weather we sell maybe 10 per month." 7/15/2010
Cobra Elite Mini RC Helicopter with Gyro by
COBRA RC TOYSThis mini Alloy 3.5 channel helicopter is a premium precision RC aircraft that can be charged via battery or by USB connection. The L99267 also includes a Gyroscopic control chip that maximizes stability during flight.
— Kim Emigh, manager of e-commerce at
Growing Tree Toys in State College, Pa., told
TDmonthly that "We do not sell many, if any, hobby items;" however, "We did bring in the Cobra RC Helicopter this year."
— Though Kim Emigh, VP of e-commerce at Growing Tree Toys in State College, Pa., told
TDmonthly in a Fall 2012 survey that they don't carry many hobby items, she said they have the Cobra Elite Helicopter and it sells well. 6/28/2010 (Price: $49.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] T-33A Shooting Star 1:72 Die Cast Model by
FALCON COLLECTIBLE MINIATURESReplicating a T-33A Shooting Star — the two-seat trainer version of the USAF’s first combat-capable jet fighter stationed in 1953 Korea — this 1:72 scale die cast airplane features engraved panel lines and simulated rivets, a detailed cockpit with an opening canopy, prototypical wingtip fuel tanks and wing-mounted bombs, optional-position landing gear, and authentic markings, including "The Red Devil" painted on the front wheel well doors. Its wingspan measures 6.25". 6/25/2010 (Price: $42.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] F9F-2B Panther 1/72 Die Cast Model: VMF-311, Pohang, Korea, 1952 by
FALCON COLLECTIBLE MINIATURESReplicating a Grumman F9F-2B Panther flown by the U.S. Marines' VMF-311 "Tomcats" in 1952 Korea, this 1:72 scale die cast airplane features engraved panel and hatch lines, a detailed cockpit with an opening canopy, four 20mm cannons mounted in the nose, prototypical wing roots with detailed engine air intakes, wing-mounted HVAR rockets, optional-position landing gear, and authentic "panther head" nose markings. Its wingspan measures 6.25". 6/25/2010 (Price: $42.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Back Yard Flyer - Vector by
KID GALAXY INC.The Delta wing style of the Back Yard Flyer Vector is ready to launch in seconds for fast paced flying. Kids wear the high performance stealth charger on their wrists to fully charge the Back Yard Flyer Vector in 10 seconds for up to a 45 second flight. Requires 3 "AA" batteries, not included. 5/28/2010 (Price: $19.99)
Pullback Fighter Jets by
DARON WORLDWIDE TRADINGA variety of designs are available in this pullback fighter jet collection from Daron.
— Katie Harris, manager of
Key West Toy Factory in Key West, Fla., listed these planes as best sellers in May 2010. “Boys love to collect them,” she told
TDmonthly. “They are affordable and fun toys that fit in any suitcase.”
— In a August 2014 survey, two out of 10 retailers told
TDmonthly that die-cast planes were one of their best-selling die-cast toys. 5/27/2010 (Price: $6.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] P-51D Mustang 1/48 Die Cast Model: Lt. Col. Glenn Eagleston, 354th Fighter Group, 1945 by
Hobby MasterReplicating "Feeble Eagle," the P-51D Mustang flown by 18½-victory ace Lt. Col. Glenn Eagleston, has the following features: engraved panel lines; a detailed cockpit with a sliding canopy and a removable pilot figure; a rotating propeller; movable wing flaps and an opening radiator coolant scoop; two styles of removable drop tanks; optional-position landing gear; and authentic markings, including Eagleston's trademark eagle on the fuselage and victory symbols. It has a 9.25" wingspan and includes a display stand. "[The] 1/48 scale Mustangs reach a whole new level of accuracy with this limited edition release from Hobby Master," Sarah Broadwater, Marketing, Historic Sales, told
TDmonthly. 5/14/2010 (Price: $62.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Mini HoverDrone by
THINKGEEK INC.This impressive flying R/C device has a diameter not much larger than a silver dollar and a single propeller on the bottom. The HoverDrone floats in the air as it spins and flashes its blue LED. The simple slider control allows only up-and down movement, making it so easy to fly that anyone can instantly control it. Launch date: 2010.
Product Features:
- Incredibly tiny flying r/c toy looks like a Mini-UFO
- Up/Down slider on remote controls hovering height
- Blue flashing LED on the top
- Charges from remote
- 10 minute charge time. 5-7 minute fly time
- Requires 6 AA batteries (not included)
- Two different channels allow you to fly two HoverDrones at once
- Dimensions: 60mm in diameter, 65mm high
4/22/2010 (Price: $28.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Aeroforce Glider by
UBERSTIXUberstix introduces a construction toy that flies and performs stunts. One can build and design their own Gliders while experimenting with the placement of Wings, Wheels, Nosecones and Tailfins. Make your glider do stunts. Learn about the forces that affect aerodynamics. These flexible Glider Kits are made with lightweight foam wings they will soar for long distances. Each has a 13.5 inch wingspan. They come in a variety of 8 graphic designs including the "CYPRUSO", "ELECTICUS", "FOURBARRELL", "PLASMOS", "SKORGE", "STEAMTANK", "TURBINER", and "VORTICIES." Launch date: 2010. 4/21/2010
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Air Hogs RC Switchblade by
SPIN MASTER TOYSThis transforming stunt flyer lifts off like a UFO but changes in the air to fly like a jet, for a two-in-one effect. The Switchblade features durable polyfoam construction and includes a controller/charger, a lunch base and an instruction manual. The flight range is 300' and it requires eight AA batteries. 4/6/2010
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] R/C Helicopter by
SKYWIDE LIMITEDThree channel remote-controlled helicopter with gyroscope technology. Launch date: 2010.
( Watch Video) 3/30/2010
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] E-flite Blade SR Helicopter by
O'REILLY MODEL PRODUCTSE-Flite Blade SR is a single rotor collective pitch remote-controlled helicopter with LiPo battery and a Spektrum 2.4ghz radio. It is 100% factory-assembled, test-flown and ready-to-fly. Launch date: 2010. 3/19/2010 (Price: $199.99)
F-22 Raptor 1/72 Die Cast Model by
Hobby MasterReplicating that first F-22, which was delivered to the "Fighting Eagles" at Langley Air Force Base, this 1/72 scale, die cast Hobby Master model features engraved panel lines, a detailed cockpit with an optional-position canopy and a pilot figure, sidewinder and AIM-120C missiles, optional-position missile bay doors and landing gear, a two-tone camouflage scheme with authentic markings, and more. Measures approximately 10¼" long with a 7½" wingspan and includes a display stand. Launch date: April 2010. 3/15/2010 (Price: $69.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Air Hogs R/C Vectron Wave by
SPIN MASTER TOYSThe Vectron Wave is a hand-size UFO that is equipped with a state-of-the-art level sensor allowing the Vectron Wave to sense objects below it and thus automatically adjust its height accordingly to hover above them. With this built-in automatic level sensor, the Vector Wave does not need a remote control and is guided by a wave of your hand (or other object). Requires 1 LIPO battery (included) and 6 AA batteries (not included). Awards: Parent's Choice Award 2010
— "I thought this product was great and placed an order for it at the show, " Jeanette Lauture, owner of
Aunt Jean's Toys & Treats, told
TDmonthly at
Toy Fair 2010.
( Watch Video) 2/15/2010 (Price: $24.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Little Sky Riders by
DANO2 Designer ToysThis line of modern toy airplanes is compatible with most wooden train systems and is proudly made in the USA with FDA-compliant materials that are PVC, BPA, lead and phthalate free. Parents can visit the Little Sky Riders website to experience how these planes can help teach children the alphabet. "Little Sky Riders' personalities set them apart from all other toy airplanes on the market. Add in that they are made in the USA and have an online educational component and you have a modern classic," Daniel Monahan, President, DANO2, told
TDmonthly. Launch date: July 4, 2010.
Watch Little Sky Riders: Top-5 Video, Toy Fair 2010 2/4/2010 (Price: $10)
Super Looper by
VANTEThe Super Looper, using solely the power of aerodynamics and no electronics whatsoever, gives kids hours of non-stop playing. Just take the Super Looper, throw it, and watch it fly back into your hands.
( Watch Video) 2/1/2010
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] nubyplane™ US Airways Kids Back Pack by
IDT JETSLet your kids be the envy of all their friends with their very own nübyplane™ US Airways Back Pack. This beautifully tailored back pack features 2 storage compartments with a secret mini storage pouch, cool see through windows, adjustable shoulder straps, logo embroidery, and airline zipper pulls. Available in US Airways, jetBlue, and WestJet markings. Upcoming designs include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Continental, AirTran, and Southwest markings. Constructed of durable material with mesh backing, the backpack features two storage compartments wtih soft zipper tags, adjustable shoulder straps, and is 15" tall. 1/21/2010
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