What Planes are good?
 

I dont know much about rc planes but i want somthing for a beginner, electric, and not expensie.
Thanks

RE: What Planes are good?
 

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.

RE: What Planes are good?
 

This is a great way to start

http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products...ProdID=HBZ7300

RE: What Planes are good?
 

ya i figured they weren't cheap haha

RE: What Planes are good?
 

That IS cheap! :D

RE: What Planes are good?
 

hahah

RE: What Planes are good?
 

For a quality airplane, from a good manufacturer that actually works right out of the box, that Super Cub is a great value.

RE: What Planes are good?
 

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

http://www.rcplanet.com/v/vspfiles/photos/PKZ1300-2.jpg

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

http://site.xheli.com/esky34A_silver_2.jpg

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!

RE: What Planes are good?
 

thanks guys i think im going to save up for the super cub.

RE: What Planes are good?
 

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