subject: The Basics Of Rc Electric Airplanes [print this page] The RC electric airplanes hobby can be a very enjoyable and rewarding one. Flying RC airplanes can give you the thrill and freedom of flying, without all the expense and hassle of taking flying lessons. There are some things that you need to know before you just go out and buy the first plane you see.
There are many different models of RC electric airplanes. If you are just starting out in this hobby, it is a good idea to begin with the most simple designs you can, because you can expect to crash your plane many times before you get the hang of it, and it is cheaper to replace a simple model that really expensive ones. You should really do some research on this, to find RC airplanes that are durable, yet inexpensive.
There are an abundance of resources online for learning how to fly RC electric airplanes, and each person has their own points and tips for flying. Some people suggest that before you start trying to fly RC airplanes that you should do some flight simulator training first. No many people can afford to rent out an actual flight simulator, but there are many inexpensive software programs that can help. If you decide to use one of these, make sure that it is about fly RC planes, not real flight simulations. You may even want to by a joystick controller for your computer to help you further.
While this is suggested, you don't have to use a flight simulator to fly RC electric airplanes. The first thing you should always do is read your owner's manual carefully before taking your plane on a first flight. Because these are electric RC airplanes, you want to charge the battery pack up fully, and make sure there are fresh batteries in your controller.
You need to fly your plane in an area where there are very little obstructions, and you may want to check with the authorities if there are any flying restrictions. If you are all right, you want to check the wind speed and direction of flight first. This is important, because wind is a big factor in flying these electric RC airplanes. You need at least a gentle breeze, and you need to take off in the opposite direction the wind is going for lift.
Go over your pre-flight checklist, making sure that the remote is moving the airplane's anions properly, tail fin, etc. Start the engine, check to make sure the throttle is working. If you are flying from a strip, point the plane into the wind, or if you are using the hand through type RC electric airplanes, then have a friend with you so they can launch it. Launch your RC planes in a straight line with a slight upwards angle, and as soon as it is free, throttle up slowly and get some altitude. When turning, just tap the stick slightly, don't try to bank hard or you'll crash.
This is just a really simple basic understanding on how to fly RC electric airplanes. RC airplanes are not that complicated, once you get the hang of it. If you are still not sure, then you should go online and really study one of the sites on flying one of these planes.
