ORIGINAL: Stickbuilder
Who have you taught within the hobby, and what have you taught them? Who taught you, and what did they teach you?
Are you interested in learning more, or are you satisfied with your place within the hobby/sport?
What would you like to learn?
Bill, AMA 4720
I teach people how to fly, from the very beginning and even later when they discover the rudder. I also learn from each student and become a better flier because of it. We use simulators and the buddy box to get to solo in a safe and timely manner.
I built two RC planes and had them hanging on the ceiling...I wanted to fly but didn't know how to get started. I was taught in the late '80s, before anyone around had a buddy box. My fiend wasn't interested in RC, but his dad flew, so I would get a ride with him to the field on Saturday. We would hand the controller back and forth...I learned patience and persistence as well as how to take constructive criticism.
I've learned that the right attitude makes all the difference. Each of us has to approach flying with the intent to learn if that is what we want to do...
I'd still like to learn to perform precision aerobatics under pressure. The harmony of solid equipment, a well practiced routine and trusty caller battling the elements intrigues me.