Alpha, SIG, Hobbico, GP, and others all have good planes that will serve well as trainers. There is a fan club for every plane. One thing I would reccmmend before buying any is to go to the brand's site (or ask your LHS) and check for the availablility of any replacement parts (wing, fuse, tail feathers, etc.). Often planes can be repaired after a crash but it's nice to know you can buy a new major component replacement if necessary.