I think the Alpha is a good plane. We lost all we owned in Katrina. For three and a half years our life was about the business of living. When My bride told me she could not see me without my planes. She went to the local hobby shop and bought me a Alpha, 4 channel radio and a 46 size engine. Many of the club members helped me with the support equipment. I had never seen a Alpha or did I know anything about the plane. Laying off from flying for over three years. Figured I would have to learn all over.
The Alpha got me back flying and with enjoyment. I used the Alpha to teach for three years and finally just gave it away to a young lad. Is the Alpha the best trainer? You can be sure on this forum there will be several opinions about other trainers. Just about all of the trainers on the market have some good things about them. All I can tell you is the Alpha was a good trainer and it is a nice plane. Hope that helps.