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Welcome Back, We Missed You: Part Two
Here is Part II of Welcome Back (home) for returning modelers. This part covers the birth of RTF and the growth of ARF aircraft. Just why today’s airplanes fly so well is also covered. What happened to my .60 engines is explained. What should be my first returning airplane? Read Part II and get some ideas.
Welcome Back! We Missed You! Part One
Welcome Back. We are happy you are returning to model aviation. As you have been looking around and thinking about g4etting started again, you have noticed that there are many changes since your last takeoff. This first article in the three-part Welcome Back (Home?) series explains the advancements made in radio systems, servos and batteries and then goes out on a limb making some equipment suggestions. Welcome Back, We Missed You.
Crasher Five
Take one RC Blooper video meant for fun, mix in a different perspective, and you get a fun, educational video for the new RC pilot. Watching control inputs and situational problems get resolved in the worst way possible will show what not to do. And you might have a good time while learning. Open the Baggage Compartment door, grab the video and learn.
Revell's PILOTO
Designed for new pilots 8 Y/o and up, the Revell Piloto is a very safe, very rugged, indoor RC biplane that costs just $10. That’s right, only $10 complete and totally ready to fly. It is good looking and very east to fly. It will fly in any small gym or hall. Come out to the Park Pilot field and giver the Piloto a try.
Revell's Fire Strike Pro RTF HELICOPTER
Movies Added! The first in a low-cost, just $70, co-axial helicopters designed for younger pilots, the Revell Fire Strike Pro is a great looking quad-rotor helicopter that is safe, durable and easy to fly. Check out this exciting machine in the Park Pilot Section.
ParkZone's Etomic RTF VAPOR
Movies Added! At last, a true indoor Ready-To-Fly fixed wing aircraft. With its traditional indoor “clear covering” appearance, the ParkZone Vapor really surprises for very little money. While easy to takeoff, fly and land, the ParkZone Vapor can perform far above its gentle looks. Come inside the Park Pilot Section, get out of the cold and wind, and give this low-cost, high value RTF airplane a good test flight starting with some outside loops!
A Free Guide to Indoor RC Flying
RC Micro World is offering a free presentation for anyone who has access to a computer and the Internet, to tell and show what the micro RC world is and how those interested can get further information.

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