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A good quality
RC transmitter

is a radio controller's dream come true. Whether it's just a simple three channel analog unit or a sophisticated 10 channel computerized radio, we want it to carry out our commands reliably.

It is actually an extension of our hands that reaches out invisibly to direct the model wherever we want it to go.

I don't know if it's ever happened to you, but to watch in suspense as the car, boat or airplane that we've invested time and money in fails to respond and inevitably crashes is just so disheartening.

One of the very first radio control planes I bought many years ago came with it's own RC transmitter, just a 2 channel unit. The plane itself was all plastic and I had a tough time getting it to fly because it was so heavy but eventually it took to the air. But not for long because the transmitter range was so short that within minutes my little toy plane disappeared into the blue yonder!

After that experience, I made sure that I had a "real" radio with a well known brand name like Airtronics, Futaba, Hitec or JR. In fact, my current RC transmitter is a JR 652 computer radio and I love it not just for the extra bells and whistles but because of it's quality workmanship...I've never lost anymore models due to a cheap radio!!

So if you're just starting out in model airplanes, I heartily recommend the high quality 4 channel
JR radios

because they will do 90% of what you need without complaint such as rudder, elevator, ailerons and throttle. Update: I now consider the
Hitec Laser 4 transmitter

an even better value because it features the very useful v-tail and elevon mixing functions all at an incredibly low price!


Once you've got some flight time under your belt and more than one model to fly, consider the advantages of multiple setups for those different models, and separate end point adjustments on both high and low throttle making idle and high-end setting a snap.

Other features will include a trainer system, servo reverse on all channels, mixing functions, landing gear and a rechargeable battery.

I've found a great selection of makes and models of RC transmitter with competitive pricing and must-have reliability at both the RC Discounts and HobbyTron online merchants so you'll be confident of complete control whenever you take to the skies!