Guys, many thanks for your replies, they make a lot of sence and i will be taking your advice. I will join my local club and drop the gyro idea.Also thanks for your suggested trainers, i will research a bit brfore starting one of the builds.
Thanks kc for the links, you are correct i love building from raw material and plans but want to take things further and start actually flying the models.
Great forum and appreciate your help.
Chris