ORIGINAL: vogelweh99
Thanks for the input. I like the look of the Aero Cruiser, but was a little concerned because it is a 3 channel. I am a total beginner and don't want to get in over my head.....of course I also need something that is going to be durable. I have been leaning toward the [link=http://www.boondoggles.com/product.asp?ProductID=6752&source=goto&engine=over ture!1722&keyword=firebird+commander]Firebird Commander[/link] because of all the good thinks I have read about it and beginners. What do you think of this plane and how does it compare to the Aero Cruiser????
Thanks for your help,
Brian
Not to be rude, however IMO you are digging a deep hole for someone that wants to not get in over his head.
Being a total beginner, you think of RC airplanes like an rc car, a baseball bat/glove, basketball, etc. It's not all that simple. Batteries must be cared for, equipment maintained and above all you need to learn a skill unlike most others that most people have ever experienced. That skill is simply learning to FLY.
You don't want to get in deep and you want to be only an occasional flier. None of these go along with being a PROFICIENT flier. Non-proficient fliers spend even more on aircraft maintenance.
For your own well-being, check with your local H/S or the AMA web for a good club around you and ask them some questions. Be prepared that they may provide answers that you may not wish to hear. OTOH if you accept that you need to LEARN how to fly, well welcome to a great sport and hobby. Don't be surprised if t you lose that occasional thing.
