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Old 08-18-2003 | 02:59 PM
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Default Newbie needs help

I am the newest newbie to the sport and am in need of dyer help. I purchase a Hangar 9 Xtra Easy 2 rtf and am having problems. This thing is like trying to fly a drunken sailor. This plane is unpredictable at best. Haven't had it for 2 weeks and already had to order a new fuselage for it. The first flight lasted about 5 seconds. It got about 5 feet off of the ground, it banked hard left and nose dived straight into the ground. After some gluing and some other repairs, tried it again. The second flight lasted alittle longer, but had the same outcome. About thirty feet off of the ground, it started circling left. I tried to compensate with power down and right rudder but didn't respond. Went into a nosedive and....well, you now the rest. Yep, CRASH!!! I've adjusted the sub-trim and travel in the radio and everything seems to be in proper working order.I really want to learn the sport because I love flying but I hate blowing money, so you can understand my frustration. I bought my son a Firebird 2 and can fly and land in almost perfectly. I just cant figure it out. Am I missing something or is this plane to advanced for me? Should I consider getting electric? Are they easier to fly than nitro? If someone could shed some light on this problem, I would be greatly appreciative. Thanks