Foam rc airplanes are a wonderful hobby entailing the building and flying of model airplanes that are constructed out of a lightweight but durable foam. More information on this hobby can be found at www.rcfoamairplanes.com.
Any hobbie store you can find foam RC airplans and other airplanes yu might want. Ask the stor clerk if he knows where to get them and you should be on your way.
Aerodynamic means the dynamics that is applied on airplanes. It is used for airplanes and their flights.
You can get the cheapest carbon fiber rods for RC foam planes at rcfoam.com.
I don't really know anything about rc airplanes, but there is lots of information online or in catalogs. Here's a link to an rc apriplane dealer: http://www.hobbytron.com/RCAirplanes.html
You can usually purchase foam RC planes at the dollar store or toy store. You can also purchase a wide variety of foam planes online at http://www.amazon.com.
Information on RC airplanes is available in many books in book stores, libraries, and hobby stores. There are also many websites that have a lot of information on RC airplanes.
Yes but only under adult supervision until the child is at least 12 years old or until you feel comfortable with their attention and skills. Check the instructions for the manufactor's recommendations.
RTF airplanes are pre-assembled RC airplanes built to eliminate assembly time. This option is typically used for younger children or those uninterested in the construction of the planes themselves.
RC model airplanes are just one of the styles and various brands of radio controlled models. For a selection of RC flying machines complete with pictures check out http://www.nitroplanes.com for RC model airplanes, jets and helicopters.
RC airplanes can be made from a wide array of materials at varying costs. Cheap ones can be made from cardboard or foam, and these will also be the easiest for beginning builders (though not necessarily beginning fliers.) Sturdier ones will be made of items such as wood, plastic, or fiberglass. Also, every RC airplane needs a remotely controllable motor. Many RC airplane blueprints/plans are available online. About.com is a good place to start as it links to plans for several material types.
RC airplane parts tend to be used in specific hobby airplanes or in only a few hobby airplanes that it will fit in. There are some parts that are interchangeable among other planes but that is the exception, not the rule.
ebay