R/C hellcat

[thndregg]

I need a high wing plane and this was suggested to me. http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0001P?&I=LA1068**&P=1

"For beginning to intermediate flyers."... as the specs portion of the page says. At the very least, you are looking somewhat in the right direction. I would recommend, however, that you abandon anything that is a scale model, such as the Cessna. The reason simply is that WHEN(not if) you crash it, it will be easier for you to repair. That way, you can focus that much more on learning to fly. When you've mastered that, along with making proficient, consistent landings, then you could move up to something a little more advanced.

Next month I'll be 37. I've flown off and on since my early 20's. I have yet to get past flying a trainer such as my Eagle, and I'm not ashamed of it. As much as I would love to get a hold of one of my favorite scale models (a PT Stearman biplane), I know I am not ready for it yet. Still, I have loads of fun with what I've got. That's the important thing.

[CAP1]

"For beginning to intermediate flyers."... as the specs portion of the page says. At the very least, you are looking somewhat in the right direction. I would recommend, however, that you abandon anything that is a scale model, such as the Cessna. The reason simply is that WHEN(not if) you crash it, it will be easier for you to repair. That way, you can focus that much more on learning to fly. When you've mastered that, along with making proficient, consistent landings, then you could move up to something a little more advanced.

Next month I'll be 37. I've flown off and on since my early 20's. I have yet to get past flying a trainer such as my Eagle, and I'm not ashamed of it. As much as I would love to get a hold of one of my favorite scale models (a PT Stearman biplane), I know I am not ready for it yet. Still, I have loads of fun with what I've got. That's the important thing.

going from trainers to sport planes is kinda easy. sorta. going from sport planes to warbirds is kinda like going from a 14 second street car to a 9 second drag racer.

 and it is one HELLUVA rush too. 

[PFactorDave]

we have no R/C fields in my area/ though i'm not sure, i will make sure to look for some tomorrow. And i have been researching and found the perfect plane except its to expensive. CURSE THESE HIGH PRICES!!!!!

GA MOUNTAIN RC
Flying Site Details
20.40 miles from Winder GA 
Contact:  WILLIAM DRAKE

201 GREEN HILL CIR NW
GAINESVILLE GA 30504
Phone: 770/532-6109

This AMA member club is relatively close to you, and they accept trainee pilots.

[legoman]

thats the one i found. going to talk to them today.

[CAP1]

thats the one i found. going to talk to them today.

the really cool thing, is that you'll probably drag your dad, or older brother into the hobby too. it's infectious. 

remember.....be respectful, and most of all........listen to these guys. they're going to be your best source of advice.

[legoman]

My dad probably will not want to but he will i guarantee it. 

[CAP1]

My dad probably will not want to but he will i guarantee it. 

he will.


in the 8 years i've been flying, i've seen it over and over again.

[Shuffler]

My dad probably will not want to but he will i guarantee it.  

When your with a club or group remember the instructions to not turn on your transmitter unless you have your color coded channel badge. Not even to test. Lest you interfere with someone in flight.

[legoman]

isn't that attached to the binding plug?

[rhino32]

http://www.masportaviator.com/  for used planes,just a thought
theres prob one for sale at your local feild

[Sol75]

Legoman, and anyone else interested in getting started in RC

It doesn't have ailerons, but that's okay, the concepts are the same, if you can fly a rudder only, you will be fine when you go to the aileron model
http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=HBZ4800#quickOverview  99.99 ready-to-fly, has "anti crash" tech

If you decide to go with a club, and go nitro, you will have to save up, but here is my recommended airplane as a trainer
http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=HAN4400

If you decide to go with a club, and want a larger size airplane (easier to fly) here is an electric version. 
http://www.redrockethobbies.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=EFL2725&Click=6136

A VERY good option if you want to stay electric but have a larger plane for club training.. This one is quite a bit cheaper, and still Ready-to-fly.  You would only need to save up another 80 bucks, as I said, easy enough to do by mowing lawns, washing cars, shovelling snow, etc.
http://www.redrockethobbies.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=HCAA12**

If I had a trainer, I would make it available to you, unfortunately I had purchased one to teach my daughter to fly, and last year, after she learned on it, I gave it away to a local kid for him to learn to fly.... again, my advice for the most satisyfying experience, is to save up for one of the larger models listed above, join a club, drag your dad into it, and enjoy it as a father-son hobby.  I am 34 years old and have been going to the rc field with my dad for 27ish of those years, and to this day we still do.  Some of my best memories with my father have been @ the flying field, and that is something that cannot be replaced.

Sol

[texastc316]

Legoman, post that link I sent you. I'm sure some of these guys would like to see that plane.

[legoman]

where is it, i can't find it

[texastc316]

In the PM I sent you

[Bosco123]

I may come off a little hard, but I love this hobby, and I want other people to love it as much as I do. I would hate to see people have bad experiences that pushes them away from this hobby. I'm sure other people can tell you this, but out of 8 years I've been doing this, I have never had a dull moment no matter what I do. It keeps you out of trouble and gives you the most fun no matter what, except for maybe this game. If I could, I would go every day, but that would be expesive lol.

We would hate to see you have a bad experience, adn I hope that we can guide you into the right direction and give you a good direction that you will hopefully enjoy for the rest of you life.

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