watts300
06-24-2008, 03:19 AM
I'm looking for a read-to-fly airplane. RTF because for my first plane, I don't want to have to get my own gear together. I don't know enough (read: anything) about planes to make any assumptions as to what gear will be adequate. The only thing I don't need in the package is a charger... which doesn't mean I'm avoiding those packages. Just that if any one wants to recommend something but is afraid because of it not coming with one.. don't. I've got a quality charger at home.
Any way...
I want something for beginners, obviously. I've been looking at a couple different models, both from Hobbico Flyzone. The Ventura (full size) and the Skyfly 2. They both are listed on Tower Hobbies as good for beginners. Does any one have any input on either of these two? Or maybe even a better question: Does any one have any recommendations at all for any good starter plane?
I like the Ventura because of the "throwing" take off and folding propeller. But I also like the Skyfly because the positioning of the prop would protect it a little more from disaster in the event of a crash (vs. on the nose of the plane) since it is not folding. Landing gear is pretty neat I guess. It's good to be able to learn using them. ;) The "direct drive" motor type has me confused, though.
My dollar limit for my first plane (unless I can be convinced otherwise) is $140-150.
Thanks all.
Any way...
I want something for beginners, obviously. I've been looking at a couple different models, both from Hobbico Flyzone. The Ventura (full size) and the Skyfly 2. They both are listed on Tower Hobbies as good for beginners. Does any one have any input on either of these two? Or maybe even a better question: Does any one have any recommendations at all for any good starter plane?
I like the Ventura because of the "throwing" take off and folding propeller. But I also like the Skyfly because the positioning of the prop would protect it a little more from disaster in the event of a crash (vs. on the nose of the plane) since it is not folding. Landing gear is pretty neat I guess. It's good to be able to learn using them. ;) The "direct drive" motor type has me confused, though.
My dollar limit for my first plane (unless I can be convinced otherwise) is $140-150.
Thanks all.