I just got into RC planes a few months back, been buying planes, motors, controllers,etc, from here and off ebay. Well, I finally flew one of them. When I first started getting into to all of this I figured I'd get one of the local club guys to get me off the ground and buddy-box me thru a couple of fights. But after spending quite of bit of time on the GP flight simulator I figured I'll just do it on my own. A buddy from work met me at the airfield to help me out, as well as be a witness to what I figured to be at least one good crash. Well, I took off 3 times, and landed 3 times! Oh sure, neither were very pretty or graceful, but hey, I did it and the plane is ready to go again.

I did join the AMA months ago so I'm covered on that front. But still, if any of ya'll feel like ya must scold me, go right ahead. I had my fun, now you can have yours!
But seriously, it was a hoot to finally fly. I'm definitely hooked on this hobby. Heck I better be, I've already spent a good sum of money!
See ya'll at the airfield!