I am finally going to give it a try. I ordered my 1st RC plane, and it will be here Thursday. It comes with a simulator, so I can practice alot, before I attempt to actually fly it.
Here is the one I ordered... http://www.bananahobby.com/1651.html
I also went out and bought 2 used ones yesterday. I think I got a pretty good deal for $175.
The big one is a scratch built kit. It came with everything, including 4 nitro engines. I will finish and fly this one much later, after I have mastered the electrics.
The smaller one is a RTF Cessna 182, complete.
I don't know the value of the scratch built, but I found the Cessna for sale for $199.
http://www.historicaviation.com/product_info.po?ID=13369&product=Models+and+Kits&c ategory=flying&subcategory=277
I think I got a pretty good deal. Now, if I can just keep them from becoming lawn darts...
I really enjoyed RC planes at one time. I still have quite a few but haven't flown for close to 10 years. There are times when I think about getting back into it again.
At one time I was a strong advocate for gas or glow engines but it seems that electric has come a long way and is a good choice.
If you are able, put up some photos of your new plane.
The very FIRST thing you need to do is join a club and pay for a AMA membership.
The SECOND thing is to get an experienced flyer to check your plane and let HIM/HER take it up the first time.
DO NOT TRY THIS YOURSELF.
Don't care how much stick time you get on the sim. There, you just punch the re-set ****on and you've got a new plane.
Real life, you're down to two planes because your first one is a total write-off.
Trust me on this one.
My current ride: Extra 330L with a 82" wing and a 50CC gasser in it. It's not big but it's enough for me at this point in time.
edit-->c'mon guys, seriously. My word above was b.u.t.t.o.n and it got CENSORED!!! Pure stupidity.
Ditto!!!!!!!!!
Your trainer looks like a good one, Contrasting colors on the wings top and bottom will help you allot!
Get the hang of it, before you try that tail dragger.
Originally Posted by voyager_663rd Go to original post
Good advice.Originally Posted by voyager_663rd Go to original post
And let me add, have an experienced flyer to hook you up on a buddy box for the first flights, the sim is a great training tool, but nothing beats a good instructor on the real thing.
And like someone here on these forums used to say : "Welcome to the madness"