Yup as Mike109 says... what he lists are but a few of the things that can be problematic, and will be fixed/caught by your instructor.

Likewise, fuel issues, power problems, binding, control problems, etc.

A good instructor goes over the student's plane completely before the first flight.

At our club we have "specialists" that show up for training sessions.

They are charged with adjusting and reviewing one part of the planes each.

e.g. one does the engine tuning, another attitude verification tuning, someone else does engine break-in, another does the trims and initial test flights, etc.


The actual instructors are involved in training, and not tuning/setup, to best utilize everyone's time.

Find and instructor ( preferably an experienced club instructor ) and take advantage of their aid.

You'll likely only need help for a session or two, given your experience... but the time spent with the instructor will pay off.

Likewise unless you are flying in somewhat isolated private land, you should join a club and get your memberships... this gives you the liability insurance needed to fly at clubs, and your training/certification.

I've found that my club dues MORE than pays for itself in benefits, events, and even other hardware & planes I've acquired, been given or won, all due to the club.