RE: Chip Hyde's Cap-X - Building & Flying
I wouldn't call this a 50cc plane. It's more like a 1.6 2-stroke / 1.8 4-stroke size plane that can take a 50cc motor if you want insane power.
The true 50cc planes are simple to fly. In many cases, they can land as fast or slow as a 60/90 size plane. You just need to make sure you have enough power as you turn for final - I've seen these planes snap into the ground or drop pretty fast when you turn for final without enough power.
I see this Cap-X as a go between a 90 size and 50cc gasser. It's a great plane to get ready for a 50cc...