Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Helicopters / September 2005

Hi,

Just introducing myself here, I've just recently acquired a Hoverfly Pro.
Had a few flights but with nobody to teach me it's tough. Managed about 1-2
hours flying so far and I can stay airborne in a semi-hover for around a
minute. My longest flight has been about 3 minutes, but not always in
complete control... but I felt good when I managed to tame it again! Not
sure if that's good progress, average or poor. Anyway, I'm happy with what
I've managed so far.

I was brave enough to take off the training undercarriage for my last couple
of flights and everything is still in one piece. I think this little heli is
an amazing bit of kit, it sure can take some abuse, there have been a few
nasty crashes so far and the worst that's happened is the tail boom popped
out its housing!

So if someone wants to give me some advise, as a complete beginner what sort
of stuff should I be practising?