Like he said...

But DO join the local club.

If someone comes knocking on your door because of your activities it gives this sport a bad name.

There are liability issues, and the whole thing about potentially being perceived as a community nusiance.

Join the club.

Get going on the glows.

The club membership will make your PTS P-51 last longer than a day. Most clubs have trainers to take your first few (FREE) lessons on, then you can move onto the P-51 PTS.

Yeah you have to pay for AMA membership and THEN club membership, but it is all well worth it. The club will save you it's cost in parts alone. Often you pick up planes in raffles, etc. making the club a better value... then the club also keeps the field going.

It's a big win for everyone involved.


Once you get very proficient, look at the .20-.30 sized electrics.

You may be able to get these flying in your yard, though be forwarned, electrics tend to be more expensive when everything else is equal.

A small electric (E-Flite Ultimate FX 3D) is great for a small field like yours and fun for when you cannot get down to the field.

Once you start with the Nitro planes, you'll stick with the bigger breeds though.