ORIGINAL: MinnFlyer
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While I am a big fan of Great Planes, I think their claim that the US 40+ is a good second airplane is nothing more than a blatant marketing pitch aimed right between the eyes of gullible beginners.
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I was one of those gullible believers.
After first flight I gave myself the reward of 2 months rebuilding (not bad for 30seconds of thrills!!!!).
BUT, now that I have some more time on it, I can mostly control the beast.
Still, IT IS NOT A "STEP UP" from a trainer! It is a giant leap.
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