Hi Guys,

I have been flying for a number of years and recently got interested in competition aerobatics. My question is what is the difference as far as the manuevers between 401, 402, 403 and 411, 412, 413. I know the first is Pattern and the second is Scale Aerobatics? But what is really the difference between the the types of manuevers and the types of airplanes. I can do probably all intermediate Pattern and Sportsman type manuuevers but being new to the competition side of this what would the recomendation be to start in, Sportman Pattern or Scale Aerobatics Sportsman? Where should I begin? What competitions are more available to find, Sportsman or Sacle Aerobatics? I live in the NorthEast. What type of plane is recomended for both directions. Which is more expensive, Pattern or RC Scale or are they close to the same?

I have A 60" - "Cap-580" "U-Can - Do 3D" An old Hobbico Spectrum - (similar to the old 60 size Ultrasport) or should I start with something new. What are the recomended engines? As you can see I feel like a beginner all over, O'Boy what fun. It's like a new spark. You know every few years I try a new avenue of RC,it keeps the blood thriving. I have done the fun-Fly stuff, Q-500 racing and the Warbirds. I want to try something different like this. I like not to destroy good airplanes on purpose but one day I will try Combat, but not now. I don't have that much time to re-build. LOL HA HA.......... Anyway I await the great info I know that is heading my way now.

Thanks in advance Guys.

Ed