The biggest problem you will have to handle with a Giles can be summed up with one word. Snap!

The Giles is even worse than a CAP for its tendency to snap. In the right hands this actually makes it an attractive plane to fly aerobatics, as the instability makes it a great performer.

So, until you can handle things like a higher speed landing, or controlling the elevator accurately, some other mid- or low wing plane would be a better way to progress.

If the Giles is still an attractive buy, why not go ahead, but also buy something like a SIG Somethin' Extra to learn on and go to the Giles after a few hours?

Whatever you do, enjoy!

-David C.