i have no intention on breaking the law i didnt know it was against federal reg. thats why im asking. and i would go to the club in monroe but i only have sundays off so it makes it a bit difficult i have plenty of pasture land to fly. thanks for all the great advice. im trying to figure it out as i go. i didnt think there was so much involved in the hobby. but with you guys help mabe i'll make it. i had a taste of rc flying as a child . i havent been able to get it out of my blood. ill be 30 next year and the wife has calmed down