Being late in the season (post sept 1), you will find that MAAC is half price. Club membership also often is reduced about now.

So, you can get "legitimate" for less than $100, I bet. Thats MAAC, club subscription and entry fee.

As for the planes, all personal preferences. I fly the 46LA in my trainer, works just fine. If you go BBearing, I am told that the 46FX is worth the premium over the TT46. Then again, it is all opinions.

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