rodderstrotter

Hi Clarky, where in Essex is the club you are joining?

Thanks Murray for the encouragement.

Hi Danny, thanks for the reply. Agree that very small RTF's can be difficult. My son gave me a 'toy' AeroJex, for Christmas. This is what has ignited my interest. Yes it is at the mercy of the wind, but this sure helps you start to learn to control the beast. Last night it was dead calm and I flew for 5~6 mins on one battery, up to 78~80 feet I estimate, it was good fun!!! Now the family has bought me a Hobbyzone Commander 2, lucky me!! Not flown yet as the field I use is very rough for landings. Whole plane, FM radio was £60.00 from Howes Modeles online.

Hi all, new to flying and looking for help. I want to fly electric RTF's as it seems to be a good entry point as costs are low and the models are designed to take some 'novice' punishment whilst at the same time provide fun flying. Having found a number of clubs in Kent, I find that they are not interested in providing training on these RTF models. Why?.....ummm, my conclusion is that these models are seen to be 'toys' and therefore the clubs do not want to be involved. Instead I should spend around £250~300 on a trainer, join a club £100 and with the necessary insurance this amounts to £500 just to find out if I can fly and enjoy the experience!!! If anyone has any positive suggestions or knows of a 'welcoming' club please reply, if anyone is in a similar position and would like to form a RTF Flyers For Fun (RTFFFF) club then let me know. Happy to travel up to one hour from Orpington to achieve this.