Elmer: as long as the shaving isn't done via the ground. :0 But yes, well all know what can happen. Even a newb such as myself knows. I know when I takeoff I might not bring her back. And I also know that when I fly my bros plane and vice versa, as long as they don't take stupid risks that they wouldnt do with their own plane..then if something happens..it happens. It kinda reminds me of being younger and driving my parents car. Something ALWAYS happened to it when I drove it, and I didn't drive like a jerk either. But they understood. It's all part of the game. At least you got some great pics out of the deal. Sorry to hear it wasn't ARF. Kit planes just don't deserve (sniff) to crash...!!


Candian:
Yes definetely. Anything on the ground is just a toy. Well, until I recently saw the prices of some of these things. GEESH. I just don't see the appeal really though....except for the fact that you can enjoy this in pretty much all weather.
However let me warn you of something RIGHT NOW. Whereas you might actually enjoy a truck in the mud, snow, rain etc. YOU CANT in a plane...well most of the time HA. Just remember, you are a slave to the weather and the rain with planes.
I think you will enjoy it however. I think there is probably more enjoyment with a ground toy, as in fun and things you can do and when. But flying a plane will give more of a RUSH. Wait till your first TRUE solo, as in no one else around to help you if you get into trouble or to shove the controller into their stomache and say HERE FLY. I did this year after only solo'n a few times prior (with a friend nearby). WHAT a rush. After several hours later, I still get a rush on the first takeoff and landing of the day. Good times, what do you have to lose other than a few hundred bucks and a few tears.

Good luck in whatever you choose to do!

S