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3 Tips For RC Airplane Beginners   by Tod Barren

Radio controlled or RC airplanes are becoming quite the fad these days, particularly the electric versions. Globally, RC flying is one of the fastest growing of all pastimes and the sport or competitive side of the hobby is also seeing quite an increase in both participants and spectators. Hobby, sporting event, stress-buster, family entertainment – RC aviation is many things to many people. It can be enjoyed by all age and gender groups and is within the reach of most budgets. If you are ready to get started, your best bet is to look at RC planes for beginners.

RC airplanes are miniature aircraft which are remotely controlled with a handheld transmitter and receiver. While flying an RC airplane is not exactly like piloting a full-size plane – after all, that’s a plastic figure in the cockpit, not you – it is eerily similar and can be a very satisfying physical and mental experience. Many fly strictly for relaxation but these airplanes are as challenging as you want them to be, once you move on to higher levels of flight skills. Those just taking up the hobby should start at the very beginning, with RC planes for beginners.

Here are some helpful tips for those who are just starting out.

1. Opt for a Ready to Fly (RTF) model with a high wing over fuselage design for added stability and ease of control. This type plane will exempt you from the hassle of assembling the aircraft and installing the various components. RTFs are good RC planes for beginners and most models will come with everything you need except AA batteries.

2. For most newcomers, the electric model is better than a glow or nitro-powered plane. Electrics are more reliable and unlike their gas counterparts are quiet, don’t pollute and require very little maintenance. There is no fuel to add or clean off after flights, just charge the battery pack and you are ready for take-off.

3. Jets aircraft are not RC planes for beginners. Jets are much more difficult to fly and should only be operated by intermediate or advanced pilots. If you try to start with a jet there is a good chance you will only total it your first day out. Better to wait until you’re more experienced and well past the beginner stage. With the appropriate first plane, learning to fly needn’t be hard – all you need is practice, persistence and then a little more practice.

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Basic Assembly, Maintenance and Storage of Air Compressors   by MJ Marks

By way of introduction, air compressors are pretty straight forward machines. Most models that the average home owner or small business owner are familiar with work on some pretty basic principles. They use an air tank that has a valve that can be opened and closed, allowing pressurized air to build up inside the tank to be used later to run pneumatic tools. These tools range widely from simple tire inflators, to paint sprayers, to nail guns and others.

The power plants on these machines are usually either electric motors that just plug into standard outlets, or gasoline powered engines that require fuel. Both are good options and each has its advantages. Electricity is clean, quiet and inexpensive. Gasoline allows air compressors to be truly portable. Your application will determine which is the best option for you.

Air compressors come in both stationary and portable form, but their basic function and use is the same. Assembly of each type is simple. Once you have the unit unpacked and have verified that all the needed parts are there you can begin. On some portable units there is no need for assembly. These are truly as simple as it gets. Just attach an air hose and tool, make sure the air tank is closed and set the air gauge to your required setting. Plug it in and let the pressure build, being sure to monitor the pressure so you can adjust it according to what you need. That way things stay safe.

Larger air compressors require you to do some basic assembly. This usually amounts to attaching a handle on the back, maybe a couple wheels on the other end, and a few rubber feet. One thing to remember when doing this is to make sure there is a small tilt toward the drain valve. Air compressors build up moisture during use that has to be drained out of the tank every time you are finished using it. Doing so will help insure that rust and corrosion doesn’t shorten the life of the tank.

As for maintenance on air compressors, it is also a pretty simple affair. As with any machine that does work, it is a good idea to keep it clean, and to keep moving parts oiled and lubed. Electric units just need to be kept clean. When you first hook up a tool to the hose, just add a couple drops of tool oil into the air connector on the tool. This is probably the biggest help you can do yourself for insuring longevity of your tools.

Air compressors have safety valves. These should also be checked often to verify their proper function. If your unit uses oil, just be sure to stay on top of regular oil changes. Air filters come on these models and are just as simple to check. Remembering to do the basics is usually the challenge. We get busy and forget. I like to keep maintenance records. Find what works for you.

Storing air compressors couldn’t be easier. Cool, clean places where they are protected from getting banged into is about it. The larger models are usually located where they are stored. Smaller units can be taken out and used and put back when finished. Many find that just putting these back in the original box is a great way to store them safely.

Air compressors set up easily, are simple to maintain and require nothing special to safely store. They are amazing machines that can be expected to give years of faithful service.

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MJ is a freelance writer for Clickshops, Inc. where you can find a great selection of air compressors for your home or business at www.durableaircompressors.com.

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