Originally Posted by
lopflyers
Absolutely no. The only safe way to learn to drive a car is with an instructor. The only way to safely fly a RC plane is with an instructor. He lives in an area with at least 50 clubs, it is a densly populated area. Im sure he can find a kind heart instructor. You teach what you know...........
Not true at all and as said, totally out of date.
There are simulators and slow flying planes available. Some even have auto pilot assists that keep your plane level and virtually fly for you.
I agree you won't learn the specifics of manoeuvres but YouTube is a great reference for this.
clubs aren't for everyone and the OP should have all the information to make his own choice. If he wants to go alone it can be done but I think it's a hobby to share with friends. I don't go flying much on my own as my friend is also self teaching. It's a nice social thing and an interest to share with someone. Like golf really which I also play.