Guys,
I was into RC for 20 years (mostly planes/helis), then gradually lost interest due to full scale planes. Haven't flown RC in 15 years. I find myself with some extra time now, and thoughts of returning back in to RC.

I still have all my old stuff, 20 years worth..... that's why I'm writing.

The motors are likely going to need to be gone through and bearings replaced as necessary. I'm OK with that, unless someone has a good source for aftermarket bearings?

The airframes? I have several, from trainers, to pattern/turn around, to 1/4-1/3 scale. Do I dare try to fly them? They were all built from kits, constructed using Jet/Super Jet for the most part, with plastic (Monokote/whatever) covering, whick appears to still be in pretty good shape. Can anyone share any experience flying this old stuff? I guess my main concern is about how the super glued joints are holding up - on a long term basis. I mean, are they going to fold up in flight if pushed hard?

What about my radio stuff? The primary transmitter is a Futaba Heli FP T7UHF. Is it usable, pitch it, update it, what? Flight packs/receivers? I suppose that depends on what the deal is on the transmitter, but assuming it must be replaced, will my servo's/wiring harnesses be usable? Batteries I know are junk. I don't think I could trust them.

Any ideas/thoughts welcome. Thanks much, -Al