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Best books to learn Radio-control planes and flying, in order

RC flying is a skill that punishes impatience, since a wrong first plane or a rushed maiden flight usually ends in a crash. A good reading arc starts with choosing a stable trainer and understanding the gear and aerodynamics, then building and setup, then learning to fly through orientation, takeoff, and landing step by step, so you earn the aerobatics and scale models only after your thumbs are trustworthy.

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How should I approach learning radio-control planes and flying?
RC flying is a skill that punishes impatience, since a wrong first plane or a rushed maiden flight usually ends in a crash. A good reading arc starts with choosing a stable trainer and understanding the gear and aerodynamics, then building and setup, then learning to fly through orientation, takeoff, and landing step by step, so you earn the aerobatics and scale models only after your thumbs are trustworthy.
What's a good book to start radio-control planes and flying with?
A strong starting point is Basic aerobatics by Geza Szurovy. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
What should I read after radio-control planes and flying?
Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Juggling and circus skills, Fossil hunting and collecting, Comic book collecting.

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