Hi all

I currently fly rc helis.I am self taught and have always wanted to try a rc plane.However i have no idea what plane to start with.Any advice on a start up kit would be great.


Thanks in advance

Hangar 9 makes good ARF trainers.... and you can buy them with a radio, engine, receiver, servo's and batteries included for a good price.... i personally like the P 51 mustang trainer they have...the ARF's will go build quickly(my H9 Alfa trainer took about 45 minutes) and they fly like any other trainer should

RCKen put up a list of trainers and any one of them would work:
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_4537845/tm.htm
I fly helis myself and use my heli radio (Futaba 6EXHS) for my airplanes as well.
You may have a step up in the learning curve from your heli experience but I would still recommend some time on a buddy box.

Alot of good planes out there to start with. Like many other I started with the Sig's LT-40 which I build from a kit you can also buy this as a ARF but I feel that anyone getting to this hobby should at less build one from scratch that way you know what makes up a plane and how everthing fits together. Goodluck!

Thanks for the input.

I also suggest getting a kit, not an ARF for your first plane. The instructions for building trainer planes such as the LT40 are very complete and step by step. They also have lots of pictures to show you which parts and pieces you should be working with. It also shows you in the pictures and instructions how to set up the throw rates, assemble the fuel tank, and balance the airplane. 2nd type planes and ARFs usually have vague instructions, leave out details such as tank assembly, antenna routing ect. because it is assumed that you learned basic airplane construction when you built your trainer. If you buy an ARF as a trainer, you won't really know whats under the covering or how to repair it if you need to. BTW, airplane flying can be taught on a buddy box. Get some help on the buddy box and the plane will easily survive your training period. [8D]

Thanks guys for all the advice.I have to ask the question.What are my chances of giving it a go on my own.I did it with the helis but i know that is very different,as the heli is always in a position to land when learning.With the plane i think i would be ok flying.My problem would be getting it up there and more importantly landing it.[]

On the sim i can do it no problem but through trial and error i know its very diff with the real thing.

I think what i really want to ask is can i get a plane that is really slow ,but still a nitro plane.I was looking at the Nexas but im not sure if i can get it here.


Thanks again

Clint

Clint if ya don"t mind doing some repairing now and again you can learn by yourself ,since you have a sim ramp up the wind on it and see how you do.
its been a while since I have been there, but I remember Ireland being pretty windy and trainers are a bit floaty the wind blows them around allot, were you refering to the NEXTAR ? I re-learned on it and it does fly great. the wind will blow it around a bit but its a easy plane to land,and fly. a Towerhobbies.com trainer works fine also and is cheap. IMHO get a trainer with a OS engine they run forever and you can use it in your next plane no matter what brand you get . best piece of advice after getting your plane find a local club and a little help for your first flights after a few flights you will be fine.

There are some slow moving nitro planes that are more like a powered glider. They have very long wings and are easy to fly. This type of plane would probably have dificulty if its windy though. If you are talking about a plane called a Nexstar, its as fast as most of the other trainers. In other words 40 to 70 mph cruise. Its fine for learning on a box but plenty fast enough to get you in trouble if you are trying to learn on your own. Its a great feeling when the plane can still come home in one piece at the end of the flying day. YOu will feel like crap if you go it alone and the plane pan cakes into the ground in 30 seconds! Get some help. You won't be sorry![8D]

Going to buddy box on the weekend." Will let you know the outcome.He sais that i should be ok once the plane is airbourne.(due to been able to fly the helis according to him would help me as the sticks are similar in forward flight etc).Landing the beast is going to take practice.

Man and who said planes were easy!! Was just wondering how many guys who only fly helis like myself have tried planes as well.They all seem to profess its easy,but yet few of them try it.(man thats going to get me nailed on run ryder!!!)

Thanks again for the advice.


Clint

So what plane are you going to be using??

A T40 of some sorts.to be honest im not sure.In saying that he is very experienced so i am sure he would start myself on the most basic plane.(well i hope so[X(]) my luck he will arrive a turbine jet.