Background

• Introduction
• How To Use This Guide
• Very Basically What Is A Model Aircraft Or Airplane?
• Have You Already Witnessed A Flight Of An R/C Aircraft?
• Lets Say You Haven’t Yet Seen A Model Aircraft In Flight --- Where Can You Hope To Find One And Get That First Look?

Getting Started

• Types Of Aircraft
• The Two Basics Types Of R/C Model Aircraft Power Systems
• Electric Power
• R/C Systems
• Safety
• Choices Of Demo Trainer Aircraft For Our Quick Start Guide
• Reasons For This Electric Powered Basic Trainer
• Details Of Getting Your First Model Aircraft Into Flight

Electric Power (Easy Star) Three Channel Function RTF

• Electric Power (Easy Star) Three Channel Function RTF
• Preparation For That First Flight
• Flying (General)
• Simulator Information
• Trainer Cables
• We Are Now Ready To Fly!
• Flying The Easy Star (Electric RTF)

Additional Thoughts On Flying
Moving On To Four Channel Control
Don’t Forget Fuelpower As An Alternate Source

Why Join The AMA?
How To Join The AMA!

What Else Can Help You Enter The Hobby Of Model Aviation?

• AMA/Model Aviation Feature Articles For Beginners
• Model Aircraft Hobby Magazines
• R/C Hobby Model Forums And Nets
• Attending Regional And National Hobby Trade Shows
• Manufacturer Website Info
• Manufacturer/Distributor Websites

Things To Look Forward To As You Progress In The Hobby

Summary

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