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Old 07-31-2003 | 09:14 PM
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jdoyle
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p47D pilot,
I am just getting back into RC after a 40 year layoff.
I am 65 and just ordered a Superstar trainer.
When I used to fly 40 yrs ago you had one button on the radio
and the servos were called escapments and powered with rubber bands.
You pushed the button once for left and twice for right and three times for up and 4 times for down and it was hell to pay when you forgot where you were in the button pushing sequence.
I think I will have more fun this time as the equipment is better and they have a buddy box and people to help you get started.
I think 1/2 of the guys at our club are in there 60s.
Go for it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
JIM