I've always flown alone, been doing it for over 20 years. Only once did I ever go to an event with other flyers, it was fun and I had a great time. I fly alone because I have a private flying field and none of my friend are into the hobby, so off I go with the sky to myself. Is it dangerous? No, not anymore than mowing the grass at home, or doing any of the thousands of other day to day activities that could cause an injury (ever hear of somebody falling in a bathtub?). Why even worry about such things? I've been in Iraq for two months now and flying a toy RC plane is so far down on the perspective list of danger that it barely gets a nod. Be aware of the potential for injury and use common sense, but don't let it spoil your fun by any means.

I buy I build I fly I crash
I buy I build I fly I crash
I buy I build I fly I crash