I was reading in another thread about the high investment needed to start this hobby when people don't even know if they are going to like it. One of my friends had ideas to popularize this hobby by giving introductory lessons and flights for a nominal fee to cover the fuel and other expenses. If you get interested then you can invest in your own model. I got his permission to post his number here, you can contact Sashi @9902344448.

[Admin Note] The above information is for Bangalore only.  For Chennai, please see the post by "rcforall" later in this same thread.

hmmmm... sounds familiar.
wish someone would do that somewhere around cochin. maybe i will check with him the next time i got bangalore.

Sunil, you should get trained ASAP, and offer the same in Kochi   

NB: Made the topic sticky.

Would be glad to do that.

Any one wanting  a similar situation could come over and try their hand on my good old battered but still going strong Multiplex Easy Cub on Sunday Mornings  for a start .

Once they feel they can handle it they could then invest on a set up . No charges for these  trail flights , just a way for prospective aero modelers  trying their hand on the real thing before proceeding.

Contact me on 09380577074.

Anwar please make this a separate info. thread  if you needed 

Sai

Generous offer Sai   

So you plan to put the newcomers on a buddy/trainer cord ?

If you are an ugly dork you'll be put on trainer cord and made to stand 2m away. If you are a good looking girl, hug method will be used.

JK....

What is the location where the training flights are given in B'lore?

I guess the location will depend on the day. I'm just the messenger here, I'm not the person giving the training. You'll have to call the number and talk to Sashi directly to work out the details.

Wonder if you will also bring a laptop loaded with one of the simulators, and have the person play with it for the first 15 to 30 minutes ?   

This is actually a dream of mine.. to have an instructor on a regular basis (bi-weekly atleast) to hangout here, so newbies can get trained. I may fly but can't train as yet. I can only motivate and share.

I live in a town where 3 clubs have gone under.

My Job - help learn via Sim and help buy a model - join me on a sunday on your own risk 

Joe - Can you update your profile with your current city/town ?  http://www.rcindia.org/profile/?u=5;sa=forumProfile

Quote from: RotorZone on July 08, 2009, 05:55:26 PM
If you are an ugly dork you'll be put on trainer cord and made to stand 2m away. If you are a good looking girl, hug method will be used.

JK....

good one !!

- Chan

Can I still contact Shashi....Quite an old thread so just wanted a confirmation.
Anyone else from bangalore...how wants to help voluntarily... desperately looking for some one who can help me out..I dont know where else on this forum can I find such information..I remember reading something like this on this forum but now I am not able to find out..Anyone can help??

Not sure about Sashi, been out of touch for a while now.  Why don't you join the folks who are flying at one of the fields there, just see this thread :

http://www.rcindia.org/rc-locations-and-clubs/mega-list-of-rc-fields-locations-clubs-in-india/

Jakkur is access controlled, so you might want to try one of the other places first.

Where do you stay and what kind of help are you looking for?

I stay in kaggadaspura (C V Ramannagar) area.
I have a model which I got from one of my friend with broken wings. I want help in repairing it.
I am also looking for someone with whom I can go to one of flying location in Bangalore to have my first experience.
Some one who is ready to share knowledge in this field. I have knowledge of flight dynamics and currently doing well on realflight simulator. I feel I just need a breakthrough.

Any one from bangalore 

Hey i stay in maruthi nagar 3km from your place First flight not done yet - model almost done, waiting for motor. We can meet some time next week

AMA members are providing flying training for newbees at all locations listed on the website,new aspirants can contact us for details.

We have also contacted schools in Delhi to provide theory of flight ,introduction and glider construction to all levels,R/C aircraft can also be offered to senior students.

If any of the vendors are interested in making special offers for this cause,we will include their names in the literature we give and also their website address.

Let's make the hobby educative,affordable and enjoyable.

Quote from: rajathv8 on March 22, 2011, 11:03:28 PM
Hey i stay in maruthi nagar 3km from your place First flight not done yet - model almost done, waiting for motor. We can meet some time next week

Quote from: dineshk13 on March 22, 2011, 10:41:48 PM
Any one from bangalore 

Folks, you can join us at Hoskote (see the location map : http://www.rcindia.org/rc-locations-and-clubs/mega-list-of-rc-fields-locations-clubs-in-india/ ).

There are bunch of newbies like me and experts like Ashta/Sharat fly.

People fly there week round, but if you happen to hit there early morning Saturdays, you can catch Ashta and on Sunday my with other fellow flyers.

Dinesh, please psot the pic of the plane  you have and the material its made of. Only then we can help you repair it. you can come down to my place on Sat (Kormangla) if you need other tools to fix.

Thanks ujjawana ...got few peoples references who are staying nearby and ready to help me out . Now I think..very soon I will be zooming ..For the details of my airplanes broken wings.
http://www.rcindia.org/rc-people/sanjeev-from-bangalore/msg53920/#msg53920

Hi Ujjawana, what time do you fly in hoskote during the weekends, i will try to come over.. I have tried searching the place twice but coudn;t find it, any idea how far is this place from TC Palaya or Garden City College. I stay there.. Are u folks planning o be there this week

Hi Everyone

I have built my first Quadrotor and am anxious to learn flying. Are there any groups in Chennai i can join? I don't mind paying for lessons also.

Thanks
Srinath

Hi All,

I just bought a Yak54 and need help to learn to fly...Please help !! I live in south Bangalore.

regards,
ravi