Feilds in Texas?
 

Ill be getting the Nexstar this summer and i was curious if there are any flying feilds around houston? (like 25 or 30 miles) Plus are there many people who would be willing to train me?

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

Sure there are ....

http://modelaircraft.org/templates/ama/ClubSearch.aspx

enter houson, tx.

gus

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

Thanks, those are all feilds right? Also is it hard to find someone who will help you with your first flights?

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

What part of houston are you in

I live in kingwood and fly near 45 and 1960

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

Those are all clubs, and they probably all have fields. All clubs I have ever encountered have an instructor based system. Clubs basically only exist by attracting new members, and everyone has to start somewhere... so yes, I can bet that 95% of those clubs will be more than willing to take you on and train you up (for free if you are a member of the club).

Then again, I am in Canada, and things certainly seem to be different in the big TX ...

gus

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

I live in Sugar Land. I heard that there is a club out by the gun range on Hyw. 6 is there one?

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

It is called Scobee Field... If you are in Sugarland go by Jim Rose's Hobby shop. He can tell you where all of the flying fields in your area are..

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

Join one of those clubs that is convenient to you. Check them out. Don't just join the closest one. Once you join, you will most likely be required to fly with an instructor for a bit. At least until you solo, and can prove that you can operate/fly the aircraft safely enough to land, take off, fly a pattern and perform basic manuevers including a deadstick landing. Don't let any of this scare you. It's easy enough to learn, and will surely save your bacon when need it. You'll be glad you did.

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

I live in Sugar Land also and have been flying for a couple of months. In the area there are 2 fields. Scobee which is west of 6 on Westheimer its a county field and you can fly there with out being a member but must have AMA. The club there is the Bayou City RC. I've tried to get lessons there but unfortunately the instructor would never show. Got there early and waited for over an hour. Did that a couple of times and samething everytime so I don't know if you'll have better luck. The other one is at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds and the Fort Bend Flyers is the club same set up you can fly there with out being a member but you gotta have AMA. Haven't been able to get in touch with those guys as their site is down and haven't been able to get a phone number. The RC hobby shop over on Hwy 59 usually have flyers for the local clubs but last time I was in they didn't have any. http://www.bcflyers.com/sys-tmpl/door/

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

How do you get AMA, and how much is it?

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

Also I am only 15 would that kep me from getting into the AMA? Also are u talking about the RC Hobby Shop? If so im like 5 min. away.

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

actually if your 15 AMA is cheaper for you. I believe the membership only is just a dollar. If you want the magazine its a little more but beats paying $58 for it.

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

Thanks guys but i think that this is just too much, like the membership and club cost and running equiptment. I have several trucks and i think ill just stick with them

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

Don't give it up yet- you need to find someone to take you under his wing and show you the ropes. I'm north of Houston, but I'm sure there's someone closer- come on guys- speak up and give this guy a hand!

RE: Feilds in Texas?
 

I'd suggest going to the local fields and asking questions... join the club that seems to have people willing to answer your questions... you can also try emailing the club instructor and seeing if he/she can meet you at the field one day to answer your questions. I stopped by the field on Westheimer last year when I was in Richmond visiting my sister... they've got a nice set-up.

Don't give up too soon...it really is a fun hobby with a lot of good people!