RE: Beginner Electric Pattern Airplane
Thanks everyone, for all your suggestions. I'll do some research on each of them.
Kolsso12:
You made an insightful comment:
"If you have fly an EasyStar it will be a big step to get a 40-size pattern plane, maybe too big."
Since the EasyStar does not have ailerons or wheels, you have a very good point. I've been practicing on FMS for weeks with the Multiplex Magister, a nice electric trainer with ailerons and tricycle wheels, and have gotten pretty good. However, I've also played with the Formosa (with no D/R, expo, mix, etc) and have found it difficult to fly. If I program my 7CAP to use D/R, expo, and Ail/Rudder mix, do you think I can tame it enough to get going and slowly increase the rates as I get the hang of it? Or do I need an non-pattern plane for my 2nd plane? I certainly don't want to get over my head and crash a nice plane, only to be demoralized and feel like quitting.