RE: R/C club "experts" snubbing newbies
Sorry you have had that kind of experience. I for one have started flying R/C this year, U control for a while but never in a club. Everyone that I have come across at my club has been more then helpful in every way possible. When I broke my plane I had offers to help me fix it, I even had someone offer me a new fuselage to help me get back in the air quickly. What a great bunch of guys at KRC ! From the first time I came by to visit I have felt welcome by the experts and students alike, I think it is up to the experts to create this kind of welcome while the student is in training.
One of the club rules is that ANY member has to get checked off by two trainers before they can fly. I think this is a very good way to insure the safety of everyone at the field. Drop me a line if you ever visit Pa. I would be happy to introduce you to many of our members at KRC
Dave