ORIGINAL: msett
Okay I am probably now intersted in a RTF Glow Airplane. So If want to order my first one soon, what are some of the good ones and what should I keep in mind when buying one. Also how much space do you need to fly the planes? Will it be easy for me to just take off and land it? Also I dont really want to spend 300 on somthing I never tried and may not totally end up loving. Thanks Again
Matt
BEFORE YOU ORDER ANYTHING, check this out with your local club. AMA has a program that allows a person to fly for 30 days. THE CLUB provides the trainer, radio, fuel, etc. The purpose of the program is to allow people to try flying RC planes before making any financial investment.
As I said above, check this out with your local club. Not every club offers this program.
If the program is available, try flying. If you decide you like it, talk to the instructor and see what they suggest for a plane, engine, radio, etc. Many clubs are also offering training on electrics these days.
Even if the program is not available, again, check at the club, often a member will have a used trainer setup for sale at about 1/2 (or less) of the cost of a new setup.
In any case, I strongly suggest having an instructor. Clubs provide free instructions. When trying to teach yourself to fly, the first flight is USUALLY less than 30 seconds and normally results in damage to the plane (frequently "rekitting" it).
Hope this helps.