Futaba 6EXAP_c6 6-Channel FM Flight Transmitter for Airplane & Helicopter Models  [6EXAP_c6]

System overview

This Futaba 6EXAP_c6 transmitter is an RC-scale 6-channel FM control system designed for radio-controlled airplanes and helicopters. The unit focuses on channel assignment, in-field trimming and basic trainer connectivity rather than advanced telemetry. Key front-panel controls include aileron/elevator stick, throttle/rudder stick, trim levers for each axis, dual-rate switch for aileron/elevator/rudder, and a dedicated flap dial assigned to channel 6.

Installation and receiver pairing use the supplied R136F receiver form factor and standard servo wiring. The transmitter provides a MODE/SELECT interface and an LCD for navigating functions such as travel adjustments, exponential selection, and trainer setup. Physical controls relevant to installation and setup include a charging jack for the transmitter battery pack, a visible antenna for signal transmission, and a trainer port for instructor/student link via a trainer cord.

Tuning role and field use: pilots use the dual-rate switch to swap between high and low control throws and to toggle exponential settings where needed, the flap dial to position flaps through channel 6, and the retractable gear switch to operate a gear servo on channel 5. The throttle-cut button permits an immediate engine shutoff procedure in nitro models when combined with a reduced throttle stick position. These controls make the unit suited for basic tuning tasks, pre-flight checks, and trainer-assisted flights.

For pilots needing a straightforward 6-channel FM transmitter with dedicated flap and gear controls, trainer connectivity, and conventional trim and dual-rate functions, this Futaba 6EXAP_c6 offers a practical package for model setup and basic flight training.