Catch22Kid
New member
Hey all! I'm Matt from Ohio, and I'm brand new. Been wanting to fly since I was little, but never could afford it. I've always had a fascination with aviation (military aviation particularly) and have long been a big military history nerd. I found flite test about a year and a half ago and discovered how cheaply these little guys can be built, and I think I'm ready to dip my toes in the water. I want to build a simple scout, as it seems pretty beginner friendly, and it's pretty sweet looking. I'd go with the tiny trainer, but I know I won't stick with it without a touch of cool factor. Id eventually like to figure out doing a Junkers D.I, my favorite of the WWI monoplanes. I have some questions though.
Are the hobbyking transmitters decent for a beginner? I don't want to drop a whole bunch of cash up front in case I don't stick with it.
Can I build with ailerons and just avoid using them at first while I'm learning the ropes? Or is it recommended to leave them off at first?
If I trim the vertical stabilizer/rudder to a more rounded shape, will it negatively affect performance?
Are the hobbyking transmitters decent for a beginner? I don't want to drop a whole bunch of cash up front in case I don't stick with it.
Can I build with ailerons and just avoid using them at first while I'm learning the ropes? Or is it recommended to leave them off at first?
If I trim the vertical stabilizer/rudder to a more rounded shape, will it negatively affect performance?