radio controlled airplane kits
So you are interested to become a radio controlled hobbyist. Most hobbyists start with toy grade RCs. They may be radio controlled airplane kits, helicopters, boats, cars or trucks. These are the five major types of RC vehicles. What they have in common is that they are all controlled by a transmitter that sends a series of signals to a receiver located in the vehicle. The receiver then sends the commands it receives to the electronic speed controller.
Like most enthusiasts you will want to start with ready to run units but as you get more comfortable you will want to switch to hobby grade RCs. These are more expensive because they are professional grade and are made to [perform like real cars, helicopters or boats. Kits are available that have to be built from parts and are built to the hobbyists’ dream model. Each part is durable, may be upgraded and therefore is more expensive.