Hi Karl and welcome to the hobby, I am copying your message and this response to the RC Soaring Exchange [RCSE] e-mail list where there are many other soaring enthusiasts who will be more than happy to give you tips and advise to help you get started in the hobby. The choices and possibilities are almost limitless, but there are several good "first time" aircraft out there that will make your entry into the hobby painless both in terms of the learning curve as well as $$$. You may want to join the e-mail list to keep abreast of what's cooking in RC soaring and to connect with a great group of folks who share your interest. You can subscribe to the list by sending an e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Put the word "subscribe" in the subject line. I am also copying your message to a couple of my associate VPs who are also soaring enthusiasts. If you have any specific questions that don't get answered on the e-mail list, I know they will be glad to help you. Bil Malvey ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) Darwin Barrie ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) I hope this helps. Thanks for your note and best wishes; I'm sure you'll enjoy the hobby. Rich Hanson, VP AMA District X -----Original Message----- From: Karl Lehnert [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Monday, April 03, 2000 10:31 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Beginner I am interested in building a RC sailplane and would like to know about what equipment I should use. Firstly what type of radio gear would suit me..? ie what is the difference between AM and FM? How many channels do I need? what other functions can radio gear perform other than servo controll? Thank you Karl RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
