IL2windhawk:

Congratulations on your solo. As stated many times above it is rare when someone is able to solo first flight
with the type plane you did. Again, congratulations and I'm glad you have chosen to join the RC flying ranks.

Please consider joining one of the RC clubs close to you. Sell one of the Mustang's, if necessary, for 1st years dues.
You will never regret it. RC'er's are the greatest people in the world. You will pick up all kinds of useful tips and flying with
someone is thes best.

I have not soloed yet, but the guys both old and young are so good. Everyone wants to help. It's like we are family.

Take heed to some of the above advice from the pro's like RCKen and Mike East and others. They are not
putting you down, but it is out of concern for your safety and the safety of others that they share years
of flying experiences. Remember, even the pros sometimes have accidents and some have been injured.

I like the fact that the members help each other on the flight line with pre-checks, etc. They are constantly another
pair of eyes. I avoided a potential prop injury because someone cared enough about me to mention that
I should not have my neck strap dangling from my neck while tuning the engine. Many other helpful hints and tips
have been freely given which HAS MADE MY RC EXPEREINCE TO DATE MORE ENJOYABLE.

Remember, it only takes 1 second of inattentiveness to wreak havoc.

May the wind always be in your face, the sun to your back and may God's grace rest upon us all.