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I want to get into R/C helis but I have some questions. First of all, do I need a special radio? I have a Futaba Skysport 4 already. What I mean is, do I need a radio that has both a throttle and collective functions or are there 4 channel ones available. Secondly comes in learning to fly. Real Flight R/C sim is way too expensive and my club doesn't have a training program for helicopters. I have my "Wings" for fixed wing aircraft, I can fly near perfectly and do some simple tricks. Is it something you have to learn on your own, are there instructional videos, or should I find someone who already knows how that can teach me?  
Lastly, give me some recomendations on good trainers. It must be easy to fly but easy on my wallet too.

Check with Scott or Steve Gray at FlightCraft in Kitchener.....they are on Hwy 7 on the East end of town.....

Check with Scott or Steve Gray at FlightCraft in Kitchener.....they are on Hwy 7 on the East end of town.....

Kitchener is not far but Hobby Hobby deals in Helis to and it's a heck of a lot closer.

The reason I recommend Scott of Steve is because of their knowledge of rotary wing craft.....check into their history on the Cdn Team at the world champs....