ORIGINAL: luker737
I'm 68 years old and I been trying to learn to fly RC air plane. I have crashed about 14 or 15 planes. I do fly without a buddy cord and do pretty good the biggest problem is landing.I seem to try to land to fast and i also have had other problems like putting my planes in tree and losing the wing in the air.I should say that i do fly glow and like it better then electric. what do you think give up the hobby or not?</p>
Have you considered buying Realflight to practice? It really helps with reaction to varying orientations.... and take-offs & landings. I've flown many a flight beautifully only to ruin my plane on a bad landing and I've destroyed my planes several times on take-off with seconds due to errors on my part.
Flying is an exercise in patience.... mistakes and crashes can be frustrating & costly time & dollar wise ... but if you enjoy the flying and you will get better as you go its worth it imho.
Going to a local club to get buddy boxed and some help to build your confidence is a good idea...most guys at most clubs love to help others
Are you flying in calm or windy conditions?
What plane or planes have you been trying to fly? Maybe your choice isn't suited to your experience level. I started on 3D foamies and ruined many ... obviously a tame Super Cub would have been easier/smarter... but whatever gives u enjoyment go with... but maybe a tame slow flyer as a practice plane is what you need. Or buy/build a cheap easy to repair foamy like a 40 inch profile you can really slow fly.
The bottom line is everyone crashes... and you crash a lot more as a newbie and when learning.... especially if you only fly occasionally....... its just part of the hobby......... but if it interests you & you enjoy it then stick with it.