| Purchasing your first beginner RC airplane should be a | | | | * Requires a few hours for complete assembly. |
| great experience. But if you select the wrong model | | | | * Large wingspan 60"- 70" inches. |
| aircraft, it could turn out to be a less than satisfying | | | | Large wingspans allow for better visibility and |
| experience. There are some classifications model | | | | orientation. |
| airplanes fall into for beginner pilots. | | | | Now, if you would prefer to build your first aircraft, then |
| For clarification purposes we discuss the high-wing | | | | choose a kit (airplanes that require building). |
| trainer model aircraft. This model is highly | | | | * It requires time to build - 2 weeks to 1 month. |
| recommended to learn how to fly radio control aircraft. | | | | * Balsa wood, ply wood, and plans (blue prints of an |
| These airplanes are designed with new beginner pilots | | | | airplane). |
| in mind. | | | | * Hardware and wheels. |
| What is a high-wing trainer? It is a airplane, that allows | | | | Most new r-c pilots prefer to fly now and build later. |
| the wing to be placed on top of the fuselage. Aircraft | | | | However you can do several things... |
| with this wing configuration, tend to allow slower | | | | 1. Visit a local hobby store in your city. |
| gentler flight characteristics for beginner pilots. | | | | 2. Ask the store salesman to assist you in selecting |
| Yes! this is just what novice pilots need while learning | | | | the proper aircraft and accessories. |
| to fly radio control airplanes. A trainer is a fun aircraft | | | | 3. Ask the salesman, to suggest a radio control |
| to develop your flying skills. This is the very reason a | | | | airplane instructor to assist you in flying your new |
| newcomer, should not select a fast low-wing aircraft. | | | | aircraft. |
| A low-wing requires more skill to fly it safely through | | | | 4. Visit a radio control flying field in your city and |
| the sky. | | | | observe the different aircraft. |
| Well! what kind of trainer should you look for? | | | | 5. Introduce yourself, and ask the club members what |
| OK! you should look for an airplane with a... | | | | they would recommend in a trainer airplane. |
| * A-R-F(Almost Ready To Fly) High-Wing Trainer. | | | | Caution: Do not attempt to fly your aircraft ALONE! |
| * Factory built. | | | | |