BC,

Whether you get a computer radio or not is more a matter of choice and budget.

While a lot of guys point out the multiple model capabilities and mixing functions as reasons for chosing thiese radios over others. These items a not absolutely necessary for flying most sport planes.


Also lets do a little math on which is cheaper for outfitting two planes with radio gear (These prices were on Towers Web Site)

Computer Radio

futaba 6XAS 219.99

Extra Flight Pack 109.99 (LXXJ51)

Cost 329.98


Two non Computer Futaba 6YG

164.99 each

total 329.98


Both cost the same. Computer radios have plenty of great features that make them attractive but they are not neccessary in order to learn.

As far as saving money by buying one and I don't think that its a valid agrument a standard radio will work in 99% of the sport flying applications. Also having two radios of the same brand gives you your own Buddy box.


Anybody looking to save money is in the wrong hobby!!! This stuff is expensive!!!!!

Also you can sell your old gear after you out grow it

Just a thought.

In all honesty a simple 4ch radio will be fine for leaning some of them are 119.00 airtronics vg400

two of those 238.00 that get you through your first two planes no problem.