Starter looking for first plane
 

Hi Guys,

im looking to buy an rc plane, i want something electric and at first RTF. if i enjoy it then ill want something abit more hands on etc.

im from the uk and dont really want to spend anymore than £100 on everything. id like to purchase from the uk so i dont have to pay any import tax.

this is my local model shop: http://www.abcmodelsport.net i was looking at the [link=http://www.abcmodelsport.net/c40498/ARTF-JP.html]JP 480 (ZAGI)[/link]
can someone explain what the two different models are? and what the more expensive versions are which say inc tx (package deals).

thanks for any help.

Alex.

RE: Starter looking for first plane
 

The less expensive model is an unpowered glider designed for slope soaring. It would be rather dissappointing if one were to try to fly it out at the local football field. It is designed to be thrown from the top of a hill while the pilot works with wind currents and thermals to maintain or even gain altitude without the benefit of a motor.

This kind of flying is quite popular in areas suited for it.

The only plane near your price range I noticed at that website which was close to what you're looking for was the Aerobird Extreme:

http://www.abcmodelsport.net/p76645/...d-Extreme.html

I've seen these fly, it is an impressive RC plane despite the unconvential design.

Good luck and good shopping!

RE: Starter looking for first plane
 

Thanks for the reply bigedmustafa, are there any other models that i could have a look on the uk model shops for? ive had a look on the list here and it wasnt clear what were electric and not.

are the parkzone planes any good for learners?[link=http://www.abcmodelsport.net/c38267/Parkzone-Ready-to-Fly-Radio-Controlled-Planes.html]here[/link] ill be teaching myself as there isnt anywhere local to learn, im pretty good at picking things like this up and i have a cheap £10 plane that im currently modifying befor i set flight seriously.

Alex.

RE: Starter looking for first plane
 

Cheak out ebay it will be easy to find some thin in your price range...

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-KYOSHO-RC-...QQcmdZViewItem

RE: Starter looking for first plane
 

Parkzone makes some really great RTF airplanes. Their Slo-V is a great beginner's airplane. It can actually be flown indoors in a large gymnasium when wind and rain won't cooperate with outdoor flying.

Another very good first electric aircraft would be the wing dragon:

http://www.rchobby.co.uk/wing_dragon...f_trainer.html

It's pretty close to your ideal price range as well, with everything you need delivered to your door for L110

The Hobbyzone Super Cub RTF airplane package is another very good solid value for a nice starter electric airplane. I didn't see the Super Cub listed at the e-tailer you provided the link to, however.

Feel free to post back with any additional questions. Good shopping, and good luck!

RE: Starter looking for first plane
 

i have been looking on ebay but i didnt really know what i was looking for. i like the look of the super cub. i think its becuase it looks more like an areoplane plane than the others. it retails for £110 over here in the uk from [link=http://www.modelmaniacsonline.co.uk/categories.php?CatID=7&SubCatID=120]here[/link] or [link=http://www.modelsinmotion.co.uk/category.asp?catcode=442]here[/link] i might pop into my local to see if they can get it me and how much. i also like the idea of the sonic combat module as my cousin will be learning to fly with me.

are there any good websites for tips / videos to learn?

Thanks for all the help.

Alex.

RE: Starter looking for first plane
 

The Hobbyzone Super Cub actually comes with an instructional video right in the box to help you get started with final assembly and flying.

RE: Starter looking for first plane
 

great :)

if me and my cousin buy the same model will we be able to fly them both at the same time? sorry its such a noob question

RE: Starter looking for first plane
 

I learned on the hobby-zone super-cub. Thats what I recommend. If you and your cousin want to fly at the same time ,you just need to make sure your receivers are o0n different channels.

RE: Starter looking for first plane
 

Hobbyzone offers about 6 different channels for the Super Cub RTF, as zoott mentioned. Just make sure you purchase two different frequencies and you'll be good to go. If you buy from a local hobby dealer, there will be a sticker with the plane's channel on the outside of the box. If you order online, just request two different channels. If you order at two different times online, whoever purchases his plane last just has to request any frequency other than the first.

Good luck and good shopping!

RE: Starter looking for first plane
 

:D thanks for clearning that up guys. thats a great help. ill let you know how i get on :)

RE: Starter looking for first plane
 

Go with the HobbyZone Super Cub - great first plane and the mods you can do to it are almost limitless, so it can change as your skills increase - my review and user mods here:

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