I have not purchased a model plane, but I have flown a model plane, - I didn't buy it, I built it from scratch, from foam and parcel tape ( I had some radio gear and an engine, purchased from someone at work a long time ago).

Rather than go into all the details, I was shunned at a club I wanted to join, ( no doubt because my plane didn't measure up), so I became a self taught flier ( still not fantastic ), I hurt no one, because I flew where there was no one to hurt!

However, I am looking at maybe joining a club this summer (during your winter), which is out in the country and by all accounts sensible and relaxed.

AMA etc. isn't involved here, (down under) of course, and the chances of being sued etc. are much lower than the US (although possible for property, the government takes up the cudgel for personal injury).

I think, that Mike, rather than being an out and out rebel, or renegade, is really only trying to make a point, ie. do we have to be controlled every move we make? - can't we be free of controllers for just one little part of our week, and find a bit of enjoyment? - especially if we fly with a little commonsense.


Is there such a thing as a freedom of choice? or is it just a myth? - Is freedom free or does it have a price tag?

Sounds more like people control than radio control!