"Dave, I'd recommend first a simulator program. Get a decent transmitter like a Spectrum DX7s, a compatible dongle and try Phoenix RC5 or another sim program that has quads. As far as a trainer goes, I tried a Hubsan X4, it's around $65 on Amazon and…"
"Hi Doug, wonderful group you started. Your bird on the table looks great...unlike mine that is a stock DIY store purchase and without a canopy. Can you give me an idea of where you purchased your canopy? My intentions are not to fly in the rain, but…"