ruralflyer i dont think you sounded spoiled at all, you have a very valid point and its not only teens that have lack of funds,but some of us older guys just getting into the hobby also have limited funds i have always wanted to get in R/C flying but was unable to until now i have a wife and 2 kids so money is tight i am fairly new to this and have been flying for about 6 months even tho i have soloed i still fly the same night as my teacher so i can ask questions and get more training when needed and I WILL BECOME A FREE INSTRUCTOR WHEN I AM CAPABLE. as i agree with what you said about the paid VS free instuctors the free are always going to better teachers as they do it for the love of the sport not the money thanks for listening to my rantings