The Firebird Scout is ready-to-fly, right out of the box, even if you've never touched a remote control plane before. The exclusive Smart-TrakĀ® anti-crash, adaptable software technology makes this airplane so easy to fly, you can actually teach yourself.The only controls you have to master are power and steering. The exclusive flight control software analyzes and adjusts control, so you don't over control and get into an unrecoverable situation.With the Firebird Scout, you get a smooth, successful first flight with none of the struggle and all of the fun! At the heart of this simplicity is the Smart-TrakĀ® control system that gives you two ways to fly: Standard Mode and Expert Mode.If you've never flown before, Standard Mode keep turns smooth and responsive without allowing you to turn too steeply. Once you've mastered the basics, you can unlock Expert Mode for tighter turning performance; opening the door up to even more thrills. It's as though you have two plans in one.The Firebird Scout is ready to fly in just minutes and comes with everything you need, including batteries and instructional video CD. You won't need anything extra to get this bird flying! Just charge the battery, put on the wing and you're ready for take-off!