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16-03-2006, 12:45 AM
Getting Started
Which kind of airplane and radio do I need?
The power source
The workshop
Basics of building
Building your first ARF model
Building with wood
Covering and finishing
Field equipment
Learning to fly
Basic maneuvers and areobatics
The next step
Prop talk
Glossary of aviation terms
Useful addresses and websites
Websites
Conversion charts
Preflight checklist
http://www.daddyhobby.com/images/2025.jpg
This volume on R/C aeromodeling will ensure your success when you start out in one of the most fascinating and exciting hobbies of our time. Gerry Yarrish - an editor of Model Airplane News magazine who has a lifetime of experience in the hobby - writes specifically for the novice who wants to learn to build and fly model airplanes quickly and successfully.
You'll learn about the advantages of joining a modeling club, the types of model "trainer aircraft" from which you may choose, and how you can best meet the variety of challenges faced by all new modelers.
From equipping a workshop area and building your first plane to flying in a pattern around your local flying field - all the tricks and tips you'll need are described clearly and succinctly.
Once you've mastered your first R/C trainer, you'll be prepared to take on that next challenge, whether it is in scale competition, aerobatic flying or giant-scale aircraft or involves any of the many other special-interest areas in R/C aeromodeling.
Gerry concludes with a description of the many avenues you can follow to get the most out of this exciting hobby and sport, but be warned: it's addictive! Your life is about to change forever!
Which kind of airplane and radio do I need?
The power source
The workshop
Basics of building
Building your first ARF model
Building with wood
Covering and finishing
Field equipment
Learning to fly
Basic maneuvers and areobatics
The next step
Prop talk
Glossary of aviation terms
Useful addresses and websites
Websites
Conversion charts
Preflight checklist
http://www.daddyhobby.com/images/2025.jpg
This volume on R/C aeromodeling will ensure your success when you start out in one of the most fascinating and exciting hobbies of our time. Gerry Yarrish - an editor of Model Airplane News magazine who has a lifetime of experience in the hobby - writes specifically for the novice who wants to learn to build and fly model airplanes quickly and successfully.
You'll learn about the advantages of joining a modeling club, the types of model "trainer aircraft" from which you may choose, and how you can best meet the variety of challenges faced by all new modelers.
From equipping a workshop area and building your first plane to flying in a pattern around your local flying field - all the tricks and tips you'll need are described clearly and succinctly.
Once you've mastered your first R/C trainer, you'll be prepared to take on that next challenge, whether it is in scale competition, aerobatic flying or giant-scale aircraft or involves any of the many other special-interest areas in R/C aeromodeling.
Gerry concludes with a description of the many avenues you can follow to get the most out of this exciting hobby and sport, but be warned: it's addictive! Your life is about to change forever!