I am completely new to R/C airplanes, but after trolling this site for a few days I have decided it is something that I must do.

I understand that I need to get a trainer airplane and seek out a local club for lessons. In the meantime, I am looking for book recommendations that will teach me some lingo and give me a better idea of what to expect from this hobby? Remember, I don't know the difference between an Aileron and an Elevator, so the more basic the books, the better.

Thanks,

Don Davis

The English wizard of design etc = David Boddington all his books are good value even if a little dated.
USA = "Radio Control Miniature Aircraft" by Robert Lopshire = covers all aspects including building your own field box and power panel (FWIW mine still works well after 15+ years)
UK again = "Radio Control Guide" by Norman Butcher - every thing you needed to know about how to install RC systems and linkages to achieve all mechanical set ups etc..inc motors ab\nf learning to fly. see also =
http://homepages.ihug.co.nz/~atong/
scan down all the headers e.g.
Colours & Visibility,
Covering Materials & Instructions
Electric Flight
Engines,Plugs,Tuning, Petrol, Turbines etc
FAQ for Beginners and Advanced RC'ers
and many many more. the combined input of 000's of modellers
there is much more than just Field Boxes, Fuselage Jig, Wing Jig. Tail wheel
constr, Fibreglass & Mold techniques, Floats and Skis, Foam Wings .. Planes
..SPAD.
in any books.

Try the AMA site http://modelaircraft.org/templates/ama/

Model Airplane News magazine has a very good selection

EXCAP232

Start buying the Higleys books which are advertised in the magazines. First, buy "Getting Airborne, vols. 1 and 2 or "All About ARFs". Then add other titles as your interests dictate. If you don't have these bibles on your shelf you will make a lot of mistakes.

Dave Segal

Thanks for the replies everyone. I appreciate the help.

Don

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