Every day of the year, there are hundreds of thousands of RC enthusiasts around the world flying RC model aircraft, and they have one thing in common – they all had to learn how to fly! Well, learning to fly at Retford MFC is easy. We have a structured training programme, and this is how it works:
First of all, we’ll put you in touch with one of our Club Training Instructors who’ll meet up with you at the flying field for your very first flight. Don’t think that you need to come along with a brand spanking new model and all the radio gear, because you don’t – we provide everything – all you need is you, and your enthusiasm. However, if you already own an RC model and radio gear, that’s fine; bring them along and we’ll check out if they can be used from day one.
Retford MFC’s indemnity insurance covers first time visitors to the club who have no previous model flying experience and this insurance fully covers you for three separate visits. So, before committing yourself to join our club or spending your hard-earned cash on RC equipment, you’ll be able to come along and have three good sessions to see how you go on.
During these sessions, you’ll be flying one of our modern club training aircraft just like the one shown here.
You’ll also be using our buddy-box radio equipment. A buddy-box system is where two transmitters are linked together – one for the student and one for the instructor – a bit like dual controls when you’re learning to drive.
Before you know it, you’ll be taking off, flying straight and level, circling the flying area, completing a figure of eight, and landing, all in a safe and controlled manner and, with a bit of luck, before your third session ends, you could even be flying solo.
If you’re interested in learning how to fly, click here and send us a message.
