ORIGINAL: jester_s1
Sounds like the OP just wants a toy to go and break. To actually fly RC requires a minimum $400 investment (that's if you are a good shopper) and a rather long training period (as compared to other hobbies) before the fun starts. Toys will get up in the air and might even land a few times without breaking, but they won't do much else.
I am about sick of these posts.. I can prove that you can be into the hobby with RTF plane, and basic starting package for under $350.
Sorry for sounding off, but every time someone makes a post like this three more would be RC'ers leave the hobby because "its too expensive"
Heres a link that proves it:
http://www.hobbyzone.com/rc-planes-h...rainer-rtf.htm
Add $20 for a gallon of fuel, and $35 for the glow igniter, rubber bands and chicken stick. Thats $344, I get fuel for $19 right now, and the other things can be had for less than $35 so my estimate is actually high.
This took me 5 minutes to set up, I spent longer typing the post! In addition, a frugal shopper could cut it down even more. So, why dont we all stop saying how expensive this hobby is and start being a bit more constructive..