Thanks guys.

You know, there are probably a combination of all of the above that helps people fly better. I adjusted the springs on my new DX7 transmitter a couple weeks ago and that seems to help with straight lines in maneuvers. When I 'pull' for, say a loop, I use my index finger to center the stick (sort of do that automatically) then pull straight back using my thumb for a guide. Sort of a modified pinch. Then, as I said above, at times, I put the thumb on top and fly the rest of the maneuver that way. Any maneuver that requires a straight pull or straight push becomes a consentration method of straight stick movement to the side or up and down.

The rudder and elevator seem to be one that gets to be a bit of a 'problem' with me. I am right handed so I have more control with my right hand and, it seems, more coordination. When adding or reducing throttle, for instance, I seem to add rudder, either one way or the other. And, when I push or pull the rudder, I seem to change the throttle setting slightly. It's not as much of a problem with the rudder/throttle mix but the throttle/rudder mix can be a problem in a windy cross wind on landing. But, not so much that is over controlled. Just another thing to focus on while flying.

Thanks again. I will add some of the above to my training sylabus for the club.

Oh, one more little thing. I 'trained' Chris (Overbored) in his RC flying. It wasn't much of a challenge to me, Chris already had the hand-eye coordination and just needed to be 'introduced' to the third dimension, vertical movement. After one or two flights, he was pretty much on his own. I watched him and his finger use and did not try to change his method. He sort of figured that out after asking a few questions. The sign of a good RC flyer, for sure. See you tomorrow eve at the meeting, Chris.

DS.