Airplanes Remote Control
Model Airplanes – A Great Hobby To Pursue
Executive summary of article by Victor Epand
If you are truly new to flying, then buying a remote controlled glider is a much better choice, since the speed of this glider is quite slow and therefore you can exercise greater control over your flight. The remote control of these gliders normally has 2 channels to control the elevator and the rudder or aileron. There are also powered gliders, which have a built in folding motor. You can power the motor during take off or if your glider starts coming down. You could choose a Ready-to-Fly [RTF] glider if you do not have the confidence or time to construct your own glider. If you also want to experience the joy of building your first glider, then you could purchase an Almost-Ready-to-Fly ARF glider, where you might have to do the final assembly of your glider yourself!
Once you have mastered the art of flying gliders, then you can move on to flying RC airplanes. Again choose a trainer plane such as a Cessna or a Cub, which is a steady plane and is hence easier to fly. However, choose a remote transmitter with 3 or 4 channels to get better control over your plane. You can again start with an Almost-Ready-to-Fly plane so that you can have fun assembling as well as flying your airplane. Start with an electric powered plane before taking on a gasoline powered one. Electric airplanes are silent, reliable and easy to maintain as compared to gasoline-powered airplanes.
