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Learn To Fly - It's Fun and Easy To Learn

First-time pilots should always seek the help of an instructor. At ARCA we have the help you need to be successful at enjoying this hobby to its fullest. From the purchase of a great trainer and right equipment to completing your first solo ARCA has you covered.

How do I get started? An important part of working with an instructor is making sure that your radio is compatible with standard "trainer systems" or "buddy boxes" (Low cost planes do not have this capability and are a waste of your money). The trainer system allows you to connect your radio to your instructor's, using a cable. You'll still be the one controlling your model, so long as your instructor holds down the trainer switch on his transmitter. But if you start having trouble, all the instructor has to do is release the switch to take over full control of your aircraft. This saves you from crashing your airplane.  With your ARCA club membership and your AMA card, we will provide an instructor FREE of charge. You'll learn faster and with more confidence than if you start out and try to solo by yourself. Your plane will last longer too! You do need to have an AMA license in order to fly at any AMA sanctioned field. The AMA license provides the pilot with insurance as well as other nice things. This insurance protects you in case of an accident involving another person or person’s property (like his car etc..).

The AMA website where you can get your license is www.modelaircraft.org.

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