All these Video's and Stuff Got My Atten

[WhiteStar]

And I'm itching to get into this model Plane deal after reading the posts here.How hard is it to learn to fly one of these planes? Lets say a Trainer.To start.In the Long run I really would like one of these jets I see on the Video's web site .I would Like to accelerate the learning curve with a simulator program for the computer here. Are those of any value? I have often wanted to purchase a full size Kit plane but have always chickened out,because some where down the road I'd have to fly it,and in turn would likely die.But some of the larger planes (model) with wing spans approaching 70 inches sure look neat.How hard are they to build -Fly -and what is the usual recovery time personally after crashing one( I understand this could vary some). I recently purchased a neat deal from airhogs.com , a storm launcher,which is kinda neat,but about the time I'm about to get the hang of it the batteries wear out. Any Advice to newbies is appreciated,I am out in the boondocks here in Goliad Texas with unlimited cowpastures, and zero local knowledge or help. Your Thoughts for getting started are appreciated.

[Gary]

And I'm itching to get into this model Plane deal after reading the posts here.How hard is it to learn to fly one of these planes? Lets say a Trainer.To start.In the Long run I really would like one of these jets I see on the Video's web site .I would Like to accelerate the learning curve with a simulator program for the computer here. Are those of any value? I have often wanted to purchase a full size Kit plane but have always chickened out,because some where down the road I'd have to fly it,and in turn would likely die.But some of the larger planes (model) with wing spans approaching 70 inches sure look neat.How hard are they to build -Fly -and what is the usual recovery time personally after crashing one( I understand this could vary some). I recently purchased a neat deal from airhogs.com , a storm launcher,which is kinda neat,but about the time I'm about to get the hang of it the batteries wear out. Any Advice to newbies is appreciated,I am out in the boondocks here in Goliad Texas with unlimited cowpastures, and zero local knowledge or help. Your Thoughts for getting started are appreciated.
Larry would be the best guy to answer your questions. But from someone who built a few planes and tried to lean on my own, I wouldnt recommend it. I dont think you have much of a choice though living where you do. Screw it, go for it! Practice on the simulator and pick up a Kadet LT 40 ARF. Go for it bro!

[WhiteStar]

also since your are in loop on the arf-rtf lingo what do these abbreviations mean? I assume one is like almost ready to fly? etc...and what does almost include. I found a pre built p-51 trainer that says ready to fly new for 489.00 or something like that.I am sure there is more satisfaction in building but ,like I said I would like to accelerate the learning curve and get one of these jets. Anyone make a parachute that deploys when it gets out of control? once again thanks.

[Gary]

also since your are in loop on the arf-rtf lingo what do these abbreviations mean? I assume one is like almost ready to fly? etc...and what does almost include. I found a pre built p-51 trainer that says ready to fly new for 489.00 or something like that.I am sure there is more satisfaction in building but ,like I said I would like to accelerate the learning curve and get one of these jets. Anyone make a parachute that deploys when it gets out of control? once again thanks.
ARF= Allmost ready

RTR= Ready to fly.

I dont know why they claim a P-51 as a trainer? Thats a low wing plane and wont settle itself when you let go of the controls. A true trainer is a high wing with a flat underside on the wings. Providing you have enough altitude, when you get in trouble you just let go of the gimbles and the plane will "Float" itself stable so you can get your stuff together again.

Trust me, flying RC planes is very hard. Much harder than flying a real plane. I hate to burst your bubble bro, but without using a simulator and no training, your going to bust up your first 5 planes before you have your first succesfull landing. I would highly suggest getting a simulator to save yourself some grief and money. Google and read all the plane forums you can read, get every plane magazine and book you can find, and then get the Kadet LT-40. Theres a ton of things to learn before you should try and fly. Charging receiver packs, engine break in and tuning, center of gravity, servos, TONS of things to learn. The most important thing to learn is, your going to crash. You will eventually crash every plane youll ever have. Even if you have talent beyond everyone else, your years away from crashing a 5k jet. lol The engine alone is $3000. The stall speed of most jets are about 80 mph.

Start with the trainer bro!

[WhiteStar]

Went and got a Hangar 9 FS One Simulator Today as well as a typhon electric trainer/3d plane today.Hobby Shop guy here in Victoria said it was close to indestructable and would be good learner plane. He stated what you did..your gonna crash just how bad remains to be seen.Mean while after I get going here I anticipate getting a Little fancier deal being built.Thanks and will keep you posted on progress.

[Gary]

Pics required bro! :D

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[wickedinhere]

I would recommend a zagi flying wing thats what i learned to fly on and i crashed it a hundred times and it still flies. I would also look into getting a flight sim for your computer that the easiest way to learn to fly. After i got good at flying my zagi i could fly gas planes with ease.