Prince Edward Radio Control Flying Club

Pete's unothodox helicopter learning method!

Thursday, 19 February 2009 15:29 Peter Dodd

Hi guys, I thought a note on how I learnt to fly helicopters might be useful to some. I am assuming here that we are dealing with a RTF, ready to fly, electric helicopter, and someone that has never had a hand on a helicopter before. One word of warning there is no such thing as a ready to fly helicopter in the hands of a novice. If you think that you are going to give it gas and fly off into the wild blue yonder, forget it, and go back to watching television. If you have seen the experts lift a helicopter out of the grass into a perfectly steady hover without a twitch or a shake just remember that is a long way down the road. You are going to need all of your patience, determination and lots of time to get to that stage.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 24 February 2009 06:33 Read more...

My adventures in the hobby of Radio Control Flying Toys

Thursday, 19 February 2009 15:25 Brian Crozier

I have been building and flying radio control models for about 15 years or so. Thanks to my brother who introduced me to radio control planes He had four or five at the time. After watching a unsuccessful attempt at flying one of his models i was hooked. I purchased a Sig LT 40 from the local hobby shop and got the plane built within a month or so.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 24 February 2009 06:34 Read more...

Aero Modeling Join the FUN!

Monday, 23 February 2009 20:49 Brian Crozier

Aero-modeling has been around since man first starting putting the dreams of flight into practice.

This is one of the most exciting and enjoyable hobbies in existence, encompassing so many different aspects. The hobby involves fresh air outdoor activity as well as aerodynamics, drafting, electronics, mechanics, working with wood and composite materials including the required skills and components that make all these work together. Joining a local club will also bring new friends and fellowship. National Model associations in almost every country around the world are operated by volunteers,yet another venue of participation.It is not a hobby where boredom will show up for many years, if ever in a lifetime.Areo-modeling attracts a remarkable diverse following. People from all walks of life enjoy this exciting hobby.

Last Updated on Thursday, 19 March 2009 06:06 Read more...