How do a fly a radio control ';Super Cup'; without crashing it?

I just got a radio control Super Cub. But how do I start flying it without a crash? The wing span is 47.75 inches,length, 32.5 inches, and weight, 62 ounces. Where should I fly it,when should I fly it,and how can I fly it without crashing its first flight?How do a fly a radio control ';Super Cup'; without crashing it?
These are very normal questions for people starting off in this hobby. The Cub you're talking about sounds like the Parkzone Super Cub from Horizon Hobby. If so the absolute first thing you need to do is deactivate the ACT (anti crash technology). This system, although good in theory, will do nothing but interfere with the aircraft and usually leads to a crash. Deactivate the ACT by simply flipping the toggle switch on the upper right hand part of the transmitter.


Where should you fly? The more open the area the better. Most beginners feel comfortable within the area of about a football field. Keep in mind, absolutely any object that protrudes from the ground will have some ';super natural force'; that will attract your aircraft to it. I'm telling you it's inevitable!


The main requirement as to when you should fly is when it's not windy. For a beginner, if you look outside and can see a flag waiving about or tree leaves rustling, don't fly. When you think it's not that windy out, it is. Wind will be your biggest enemy when trying to learn. So, try and fly in the early AM. Between sunrise and about 1100 AM is usually best, but this varies from place to place.


While flying, always try and keep orientation of the aircraft. I do this by imagining myself inside it. Other pilots do this by facing their bodies and transmitters in the direction the plane is moving. A neat trick to remember is that when the aircraft is flying toward you and begins to bank, a good method for recovering from the bank is by pointing your stick in the direction of the low wing. Never fly directly over your head as this will quickly disorient you.


A great way to build confidence and orientation is by using a simulator. FSOne by Hangar 9 distributed by Horizon Hobby is a great sim and will only set you back $99. A worthy investment it you think you're going to stick with the hobby for a bit. And if anything, it's a fun thing to do while sitting at the office.


My last tip, find some local flyer's. We're all happy to help people learn how to fly. Ask around your town or ask someone at your local hobby shop and get surrounded by people who have been there and done that. Set yourself up for success.


Have fun.