This is just as important as your helicopter itself, as this is what you will control the copter with.  Ensure all of the sticks move the control surfaces in the correct direction.  For example, if you give a forward cyclic command, make sure your swashplate tilts forwards, not sideways or backwards.  Tilt your sticks left and right, and see if the swashplate responds respectively to the commands. Increase the throttle stick.  This should show an increase in both the engine speed and collective pitch on your swashplate. Give a right tail rotor command and see how your helicopter responds.  The pitch of the tail rotor blades should change so that they are blowing air out the right, which in turn thrusts the tail boom to the left.  Similarly, a left tail rotor command should blow air out the left side, thrusting the tail boom to the right. Hold the helicopter by the middle of the rotor blades.  Tile the blades so that one is pointing straight down, while the other is pointing straight up.  If the CG is top heavy, the tail boom will rotate upwards.  If the CG is bottom heavy, the nose will rotate upwards.  A perfect CG is when the body of the helicopter sits perfectly perpendicular to that of the rotor blades.  Another method to use is to hold your helicopter by the fly bar (if equipped with one).  The helicopter will begin to pivot back and forth.  If it begins to tilt backwards or forwards permanently, the CG is off. If your CG is off, you will need to remove and position the battery pack in a more equidistant position.  This could mean removing it with a screwdriver, or a pair of pliers, depending on how your battery pack is attached. If you are using a gas powered helicopter, it is even more important to consistently check the CG.  Small changes in the amount of fuel can drastically change the center of gravity. The single bolt and lock nut hold together the main and tail rotor blades.  If you over or under tighten these blades, it could cause your helicopter to not function properly.  A simple way to check the tightness is to hold your helicopter outright, perpendicular to the ground.  The bolts should be tight enough that the blades don't pivot downwards by the pull of gravity, but loose enough so that they will move when you give the helicopter a minor shake. The larger your helicopter is, the more secure you will want to make the rotor blades.  This is especially true when the blade size reaches over 750mm.  Smaller helicopters will need looser blades. Use your wrench to tighten or loosen the secure bolt, depending on the size of your helicopter.

Summary: Play around with your radio transmitter. Check the center of gravity (CG). Tighten your rotor blades.


Beyond incorporating vitamin-rich foods to your diet, you can boost your levels of Vitamins A, C, D, or E through supplements. Beta-carotene supplements are available without a prescription, but are typically used to treat skin conditions.  Work beta-carotene-rich foods into your diet before turning to supplements. Consult your doctor to see which, if any, supplements are right for you. Speak with your doctor about this process if you’re looking to treat vitiligo, eczema, psoriasis, or another condition. You may be prescribed a 10 mg (0.00035 oz) melanin tablet to take orally. This is followed by a photochemotherapy treatment involving exposure to UV light. Alternatively, the tablet can be dissolved in a bath and taken topically. The synthetic peptide hormone Melanotan II will speed up the body’s production of melanin. This results in a darker skin tone without any UV exposure. In consultation with your doctor, acquire the product legally with a prescription. You can use a sterile 27 gauge 1 mL (0.034  fl oz) needle to inject a dose (0.025 mg (8.8×10−7 oz) of the hormone per 1 kg (2.2 lb) of body weight) into your abdominal folds. Repeat this process on a weekly basis until you reach your desired skin tone.  Note that Melanotan-II is not FDA approved. It is typically sold online. However, sale and consumption are banned in the U.S., Europe, and Australia.  Dermatologists warn against taking these injections due to the unknown long-term effects.  Melanotan II was designed as an erectile dysfunction treatment. Be aware of the hormone’s ED-related effects.

Summary: Take vitamin supplements to combat vitamin deficiencies. Consider melanin pills and PUVA therapy to treat serious skin conditions. Take synthetic melanin hormone injections to darken your skin.


Like ash blonde hair, light ash brown hair often turns a brassy yellow color after a few weeks. Because of how light it is, a simple wash with purple shampoo may rejuvenate your color and cancel out the yellow tones.  Each brand of purple shampoo is a little different, so follow the instructions on the bottle. Most need to sit on your hair for 2-10 minutes to be effective. Since purple and yellow are complementary colors, the purple tones in the shampoo can help neutralize the yellow brassiness in your hair. Toner, gloss, and glaze are different words for the same procedure. Toners and glosses deposit a translucent ashy color on your hair that brings cool tones back to life and restores shine to dull, dry locks. The results aren't permanent and only last for a few weeks. You can buy glosses and glazes at beauty supply stores, some drug stores, at salons, and online. Be sure to buy a toner shade that matches your hair. Purple toner works best on light shades, while blue toner works better on medium to dark shades.

Summary: Try a purple toning shampoo if you have light ash brown hair. Use a toner, gloss, or glaze to rejuvenate your cool tones.


Whatever you’d like to watch. There’s really no wrong answer. Use Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Crackle, or wherever else on the Internet you like to get film. Your bed, your couch, your favorite chair, the bathtub. You’ll want to make sure the area is prepped and ready to accommodate however you’re watching the movie. Whether it’s on a big screen or a small one you’ll want to make sure you’re ready to sit down for at least an hour or so. You’ll want to make sure your screen works and that you have sound before you start. Troubleshooting in the middle of a movie or just after you begin it is frustrating and can be easily avoided. If your display has pre-set color values make sure they’re suitable for the movie you’re watching, as an incorrectly calibrated display can cause colors to seem overexposed or lacking in intensity. Prepare your favorite snacks and drinks, pick a comfortable position, sit back, and relax.  You should make sure you’re in an optimal viewing angle and that you are positioned within range of your speakers. If you’re watching multiple movies, queuing them in a playlist is a useful feature in most media players. Make whatever food you enjoy. Popcorn is an easy and cheap snack for movies, and is extremely simple to make . You can go big as well and have an elaborate meal, but it adds to your cleanup and prep time considerably. Any drinks you enjoy should be stocked as well so you can stay refreshed throughout the movie. This is the easy part. Keep your eyes open and your ears unclogged. Have your phone on silent if you’d like to minimize distractions. It shouldn’t be a big mess depending on how low-key you kept your snacks. If you use the popcorn recipe provided, you should only have a bowl and a pot to clean up. Make sure you’ve swept the area for any debris and that it’s in the condition it was in before you used it.
Summary: Pick a movie. Decide where you’re going to watch. Set up the display. Get comfortable. Watch the movie. Clean up after.