Originally Posted by
big_G
We as accomplished/experienced pattern pilots have the responsibility to seek out and develop new blood to our hobby. Remember how intimidated some of us were at our first contest?..Well, new pilots are feeling the same pressure. I challenge everyone reading this post to watch other pilots at your regular field and seek out those that watch you fly and explain what precision flying is all about. Maybe even let them have a pull on your plane. Most will be amazed at how easy they are to fly, and they will be hooked. So far, I have brought 2 pilots into the fold, one in Intermediate and one to Sportsman. The Intermediate pilot will probably finish 2nd in district points, and the Sportsman pilot is currently tied for 1st. They love it! I have possibly 2 more pilots gearing up for next season in Sportsman. Let's hustle!
So what are they flying?? What airframes? This for us is the biggest factor. Not many are willing to pull the trigger on a true pattern plane? At least not 2m size. I know I have personally always tried to preach that it is really not what kind of plane your flying. But who is flying it. Hence one of the reasons I tried to fly the Eflite Splendor at some competitions. At least for 75 percent of new pilots that plane is well with in their reach financially.