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Author: B. Underwood


Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/11
Page Numbers: 45, 46

U Bob Underwood fiy sI AS NEWCOMER very often find yourself far questions answers perplexing sometimes answers prove incorrect answer question havent thought ask frustrating Whats body key problem fact NewComer must willing seek help able separate wheat chaff its received Lets explore avenues available Please understand necessarily order importance Magazines monthly magazines very good source information part mere fact ads contain available products important Beyond provide construction articles tips new-product listings few provide product reviews aware latter can vary sharply overall objectivity depends individual does review policy magazine relative telling like Most magazines try eliminate editorializing political issues aeromodeling doesnt always happen issues tend concern NewComer can result being source confusion about specific facts shortcoming magazines feature RC exclusively RC oriented As result Control Line specifically Free Flight receive diminished coverage Books Over recent years have found increasing number books written various aeromodeling subjects Generally concern building techniques materials very good containing photos drawings greatly aid NewComer range simple 8 x 10-inch saddle-stitched stapled papercover issues hardback books important ascertain recent publishing date however two reasons First time lag produce book can quite lengthy leads second problem Materials techniques have tended change very rapidly recent times As result its possible book like computers can find itself dated quickly some areas would suggest contacting Zenith Publications Box 1 Osceola WI 54020 some comprehensive listings available materials Instruction Manuals Yes know obvious However experience suggests individuals subscribe old saying else fails read instructions Dont way Start folder keep piece material youve provided way instructions day age manufacturers tend err side too much opposed enough Dont offended instructions seem overkill Remember vast latitude ability understanding instructions recent years weve enjoyed some excellent presentations regard highly detailed step-by-step descriptions Remember manufacturer will generally pleased note discoveries make relative glitches presentations Manufacturers Distributors Both sources generally will supply help know because largest manufacturers-distributors provided phone number call kits materials Unfortunately manner text presented resulted calls going AMA Generally Technical Director wound up getting Since kit-specific could pass along proper phone number know help provided company response will probably slanted toward specific products help needed Hobby Shops Historically first line helpa bastion knowledgehas local hobby shop Generally operated someone aeromodeler enterprises can invaluable aid getting started keeping moving along skill progression recent years shops have felt beleaguered competition imposed mail-order sources hobby shop owner called upon fountain wisdom source encouragement purveyor nuts bolts modeler obtained big-ticket items such kits engines other sources both types dealers provide needed services would unfortunate local hobby shop passed great modeling heaven sky very small number instances may find shop has very strong bias merchandising may tend hard-sell rare caution must given feel receiving straight skinny check out information guidance other sources Clubs Other Experienced Individuals very valuable step education process contact local clubs and/or aeromodeling individuals area As can see progression listings column has moved very generalized types information gathering can much personalized Whether club-associated acting individuals aeromodelers tend willing share experience expertise Again care must exercised part Some individuals tend very strongly biased types brands equipment use may feel obtaining second opinion good idea find clubs individuals may locate through hobby shop AMA some cases local event such contest fun-fly mall show will provide source picture article newspaper might key finding Remember ability contact individual sitting down solve problem zillion times easier effective trying relate telephoned printed instructions Academy Model Aeronautics AMA can very valuable resource NewComer may direct form supplying materials answering questions other means Lets take some instances Need contact club AMA Membership Department can provide club listing district information document provides name club contact-persons address city interest club Free Flight Control Line Radio Control multi-interest Looking go event month Model Aviation provides list events July issue instance November 1996 45 Kwik Switch fi Charging Jack Mount Se Sorewr Cha rging jack door snaps shut keep dirt fuel out Mount battery switch charging jack convenient location DU BROs hanay Kwik-Switch & Charging Jack Mount 46 Model Aviation 1996 4-color 48 page catalog aee local dealer contact us 1-800-848-9411 Fax 1 -847-526-1604 E-Mail du-bro@ixnetcomcom single set screw locks charging plug place Universal fit radio system DU-BRO Name Can count 480 Bonnor Rd PO Box 815 Wauconda IL 60084 18 pages Need some AMA news Again check magazine Theres whole section called AMA News Its toward back magazine provides much information month district Vice President provides items local interest well list personnel can assist will also find other association officials listed can help specific questions Need some association details operation Check out Membership Manual will find safety suggestions bylaws like also complete frequency related information material mailed yearly AMA member Need safety code Youll find issue Model Aviation Membership Manual Need insurance information Specific help can obtained Special Services department Headquarters Model Aviation youll find page devoted listing department extension numbers theres now fax-on-demand system scads forms etc can obtained through simple faxing procedure just few ideas about can obtain information help key making work carefully monitor printed matter filters way Seek resources available immediate area Collecting set phone numbers addressed also helpful Help around Dont reluctant use Releases k& irds 95 & Birds Prey $1995 FACH S&H SEIJD 20 AMR PRODUCTIONS P0 BOX 1813 TOMS RIVER NJ 08754

Author: B. Underwood


Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/11
Page Numbers: 45, 46

U Bob Underwood fiy sI AS NEWCOMER very often find yourself far questions answers perplexing sometimes answers prove incorrect answer question havent thought ask frustrating Whats body key problem fact NewComer must willing seek help able separate wheat chaff its received Lets explore avenues available Please understand necessarily order importance Magazines monthly magazines very good source information part mere fact ads contain available products important Beyond provide construction articles tips new-product listings few provide product reviews aware latter can vary sharply overall objectivity depends individual does review policy magazine relative telling like Most magazines try eliminate editorializing political issues aeromodeling doesnt always happen issues tend concern NewComer can result being source confusion about specific facts shortcoming magazines feature RC exclusively RC oriented As result Control Line specifically Free Flight receive diminished coverage Books Over recent years have found increasing number books written various aeromodeling subjects Generally concern building techniques materials very good containing photos drawings greatly aid NewComer range simple 8 x 10-inch saddle-stitched stapled papercover issues hardback books important ascertain recent publishing date however two reasons First time lag produce book can quite lengthy leads second problem Materials techniques have tended change very rapidly recent times As result its possible book like computers can find itself dated quickly some areas would suggest contacting Zenith Publications Box 1 Osceola WI 54020 some comprehensive listings available materials Instruction Manuals Yes know obvious However experience suggests individuals subscribe old saying else fails read instructions Dont way Start folder keep piece material youve provided way instructions day age manufacturers tend err side too much opposed enough Dont offended instructions seem overkill Remember vast latitude ability understanding instructions recent years weve enjoyed some excellent presentations regard highly detailed step-by-step descriptions Remember manufacturer will generally pleased note discoveries make relative glitches presentations Manufacturers Distributors Both sources generally will supply help know because largest manufacturers-distributors provided phone number call kits materials Unfortunately manner text presented resulted calls going AMA Generally Technical Director wound up getting Since kit-specific could pass along proper phone number know help provided company response will probably slanted toward specific products help needed Hobby Shops Historically first line helpa bastion knowledgehas local hobby shop Generally operated someone aeromodeler enterprises can invaluable aid getting started keeping moving along skill progression recent years shops have felt beleaguered competition imposed mail-order sources hobby shop owner called upon fountain wisdom source encouragement purveyor nuts bolts modeler obtained big-ticket items such kits engines other sources both types dealers provide needed services would unfortunate local hobby shop passed great modeling heaven sky very small number instances may find shop has very strong bias merchandising may tend hard-sell rare caution must given feel receiving straight skinny check out information guidance other sources Clubs Other Experienced Individuals very valuable step education process contact local clubs and/or aeromodeling individuals area As can see progression listings column has moved very generalized types information gathering can much personalized Whether club-associated acting individuals aeromodelers tend willing share experience expertise Again care must exercised part Some individuals tend very strongly biased types brands equipment use may feel obtaining second opinion good idea find clubs individuals may locate through hobby shop AMA some cases local event such contest fun-fly mall show will provide source picture article newspaper might key finding Remember ability contact individual sitting down solve problem zillion times easier effective trying relate telephoned printed instructions Academy Model Aeronautics AMA can very valuable resource NewComer may direct form supplying materials answering questions other means Lets take some instances Need contact club AMA Membership Department can provide club listing district information document provides name club contact-persons address city interest club Free Flight Control Line Radio Control multi-interest Looking go event month Model Aviation provides list events July issue instance November 1996 45 Kwik Switch fi Charging Jack Mount Se Sorewr Cha rging jack door snaps shut keep dirt fuel out Mount battery switch charging jack convenient location DU BROs hanay Kwik-Switch & Charging Jack Mount 46 Model Aviation 1996 4-color 48 page catalog aee local dealer contact us 1-800-848-9411 Fax 1 -847-526-1604 E-Mail du-bro@ixnetcomcom single set screw locks charging plug place Universal fit radio system DU-BRO Name Can count 480 Bonnor Rd PO Box 815 Wauconda IL 60084 18 pages Need some AMA news Again check magazine Theres whole section called AMA News Its toward back magazine provides much information month district Vice President provides items local interest well list personnel can assist will also find other association officials listed can help specific questions Need some association details operation Check out Membership Manual will find safety suggestions bylaws like also complete frequency related information material mailed yearly AMA member Need safety code Youll find issue Model Aviation Membership Manual Need insurance information Specific help can obtained Special Services department Headquarters Model Aviation youll find page devoted listing department extension numbers theres now fax-on-demand system scads forms etc can obtained through simple faxing procedure just few ideas about can obtain information help key making work carefully monitor printed matter filters way Seek resources available immediate area Collecting set phone numbers addressed also helpful Help around Dont reluctant use Releases k& irds 95 & Birds Prey $1995 FACH S&H SEIJD 20 AMR PRODUCTIONS P0 BOX 1813 TOMS RIVER NJ 08754

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