What Planes are good?
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Oh boy.. you opened the proverbial can of worms....
First off.. RC airplanes isn't cheap. Or at least.. it depends on what your view of "cheap" is.
You might want to look into one of the foamy RTF trainers... You could get in the air for less then $200.00. (I'd recommend a spare battery or two)
The Hobbyzone Super Cub is a nice little RTF.
First off.. RC airplanes isn't cheap. Or at least.. it depends on what your view of "cheap" is.
You might want to look into one of the foamy RTF trainers... You could get in the air for less then $200.00. (I'd recommend a spare battery or two)
The Hobbyzone Super Cub is a nice little RTF.
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The Hobbyzone Super Cub was designed from the ground up for the complete novice to teach himself to fly. It fits that mission very well, and experienced pilots like the Super Cub as a relaxed "throw around" plane for when they don't have the time or ambition to haul out fancier aircraft.
If the $159 ~ $179 price range is still too expensive, you can also consider the Parkzone Slo-V RTF for $95 ~ $100:
http://www.parkzone.com/Products/Def...ProdID=PKZ1300

The Parkzone Slo-V is like a Ready-to-Fly version of the GWS Slow Stick. The Slo-V is large for it's price; the almost 4' wingspan makes it stable and easy to see. It flies well outdoors in light winds, and it can be flown indoors in a gymnasium or larger area. Spare parts are inexpensive and readily available.
Most RTF electric aircraft priced at $100 or less are just plane disappointing. The Slo-V is a pleasant exception.
Another terrific flying airfcraft suitable for beginners available for $100 or less is the ESky Lama V4 coaxial electric helicopter:
http://www.xheli.com/2-4ghz-lama-v4-...-version-.html

The Lama V4 is best suited for indoor flying, flying outdoors in less-than-dead-calm conditions will simply result in the helicopter being pushed away downwind. It's a very, very nice flying electric helicopter. It will teach new pilots how to control RC aircraft, and spare parts are also inexpensive and easy to find.
Good luck and good shopping!
If the $159 ~ $179 price range is still too expensive, you can also consider the Parkzone Slo-V RTF for $95 ~ $100:
http://www.parkzone.com/Products/Def...ProdID=PKZ1300

The Parkzone Slo-V is like a Ready-to-Fly version of the GWS Slow Stick. The Slo-V is large for it's price; the almost 4' wingspan makes it stable and easy to see. It flies well outdoors in light winds, and it can be flown indoors in a gymnasium or larger area. Spare parts are inexpensive and readily available.
Most RTF electric aircraft priced at $100 or less are just plane disappointing. The Slo-V is a pleasant exception.
Another terrific flying airfcraft suitable for beginners available for $100 or less is the ESky Lama V4 coaxial electric helicopter:
http://www.xheli.com/2-4ghz-lama-v4-...-version-.html

The Lama V4 is best suited for indoor flying, flying outdoors in less-than-dead-calm conditions will simply result in the helicopter being pushed away downwind. It's a very, very nice flying electric helicopter. It will teach new pilots how to control RC aircraft, and spare parts are also inexpensive and easy to find.
Good luck and good shopping!
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Another way to get in cheap. Visit the site of your local flying club. May as well get to know them because this is where you will need to find an instructor.
They may have a club trainer you can take up for a taste of RC.
Check and maybe post a 3 by 5 card Often there is a member who wants to sell a good trainer and perhaps even 4 channel radio to go up a level in aircraft. This can get you in cheap. Also may be a source of used engines. When you find out what you need, there are used engine ads on our forum.
Tom
They may have a club trainer you can take up for a taste of RC.
Check and maybe post a 3 by 5 card Often there is a member who wants to sell a good trainer and perhaps even 4 channel radio to go up a level in aircraft. This can get you in cheap. Also may be a source of used engines. When you find out what you need, there are used engine ads on our forum.
Tom




