FHHuber: My $0.02 worth: The Aerobird is far from a toy and it certainly does not fly itself. Having taught myself how to fly with this plane and this plane alone (as in no instructor or software to help), this plane was an awesome trainer. I am more than qualified to say, this plane will take a decent pounding, as you learn your lefts from your rights. My 11 year video jockey, couldn't fly the bird, even with me hanging over his shoulders. I'm also sure that flight simulation software would have saved me some serious $$$, as it took some time for me to get the hang of flying the real thin................buy me a drink and I'll tell you how many wings, bodies and props I've been through in the process!!

Andy
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