Well, I'm afraid I cannot really help you guys. I work with Corel Draw and though mine is not the most professional version, it still cost a pretty penny, a VERY PRETTY one. Not as expensives as what Craig quoted, but still. If this is only for a hobby, then it is an expensive one. However, I got mine also for my work, which justifies the price I had to pay. Perhaps if you know someone (who knows someone) who works with/has design programs in their comp, they may be able to help you. I have no idea where you can get these programs for very little money. Perhaps second hand comp stores? Just guessing there. One thing for sure, there is no place where you can download such program for free. The programs are way too complicated and expensive to make. Oh, and I don't think these program will become that much cheaper, not if you buy it new.
As far as templates, we all make our own. It's a basic illustration program and not made specifically for airplane illustrations. That means it does not come with DC 10s or other. We just have to start from scratch and make the templates, which is the most time consuming part. That's why they all look slightly different. Like our signature.
So, I'm sorry to be of no help. If anyone else know something better, then please chime in. An if I find out something' I'll let you know.
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