| Flying Aircraft of any type is not a skill we | | | | powered. Support equipment for each type is |
| Humans are born with. This fact seems to be left | | | | different and quite expensive to acquire. |
| out of any conversations when interested folks | | | | Technology has brought the electric power |
| are seeking information on the subject of Radio | | | | availability to larger models with better batteries |
| Control Aircraft from Hobby Shops or in the | | | | and motors. Each type has there benefits. Do |
| marketing of these machines. Buying any radio | | | | some research and choose the type you prefer. |
| control aircraft and attempting to fly it without | | | | This is a hobby and enjoyment is the foremost |
| some basic knowledge will result in the destruction | | | | goal. Using a Flight Simulator A flight simulator can |
| of the model. At this point most folks get | | | | be used for orientation training and learning new |
| discouraged and just pass on this most interesting | | | | maneuvers. |
| hobby. Flying rc aircraft is not difficult but does | | | | These are not the real thing and most planes |
| require some practice to become proficient | | | | react much differently in the air. A simulator is |
| enough to have your model grace the sky's and | | | | exactly what the name implies, a program that |
| return to earth all in one piece. Finding a local | | | | simulates the actions of an airplane. It is an easy |
| Model Flying Club and getting some help from the | | | | and convenient way to practice the simplest turns |
| experienced folks is the Ultimate way to learn. | | | | to the most complex maneuvers even when it is |
| Teaching yourself to fly RC Aircraft is possible. I | | | | dark, wet, windy, cold, etc. When a model is flying |
| learnt this way. If you are prepared for the | | | | toward the flyer or approaching, the controls are |
| inevitable repairs and replacement of broken parts | | | | backwards. To make the model go to the flyer's |
| this can be a rewarding experience. The most | | | | right, the stick is moved to the left. Being able to |
| cost effective way to get flying radio control | | | | move the stick in the correct direction without |
| airplanes in today's market is by purchasing a RTF | | | | thinking takes a lot of practice. This can be done |
| (ready to fly) Trainer package being offered from | | | | on a simulator. |
| the various manufactures. Both Nitro Powered | | | | Joining the National Model Association in your |
| and Electric kits are available and come complete | | | | county will usually provide insurance coverage and |
| with everything required to get you in the air. | | | | give you access to information on local clubs and |
| These kits are generally cheaper than the | | | | the radio control modeling events and news. |
| individual components can be purchased. If there | | | | These associations are instrumental in dealing with |
| is a local club in your area. There is usually used | | | | the various governments with any subjects |
| equipment for sale by other modelers who have | | | | related to radio control aircraft flying. Remember |
| moved up from trainers to more advanced | | | | these airplanes fly in the space controlled by |
| aircraft. Ebay is also a good source for new and | | | | government in most countries. Support your |
| used rc planes and equipment as well as the for | | | | national organization when possible. More info |
| sale sections of the many online rc forums. | | | | related to the how to's and where's of rc |
| Some thought should be given to which type of | | | | modeling can be found at Be sure to always Have |
| models you personally prefer. Electric or gas | | | | Fun!!! |