I got started in RC flying in December 03. I purchased a GP real flight G-2 Lite simulator and flew the sim for hours. I spent every spare minute on the sim and in February 04 I solo'd after two sessions with a buddy box. I purchased the Arrow and installed an O.S. 46 FX. The ARF Kit without the radio included the 3 bladed prop which I replaced after the first flight. The trainer prop was slow and the plane at full throttle appeared sluggish. I installed a two bladed 10X6 and it flies great. I have seen the alpha and arrow fly together and in my amateur opinion there is no comparison. The arrow is much faster and more maneuverable. I can perform about every maneuver I can think just short of hovering. It's a marvelous airplane and a joy to fly. My only gripe about the plane is the wire main landing gear. It flexes a little more than I like and it looks cheap on this nicely designed and constructed aircraft. I am not crazy about the rubber bands that mount the wing, but It has not given me any problems whatsoever. I have put this airplane through some pretty tough dives, rolls, etc, and the wings have not separated yet! It's a fast, yet very forgiving airplane if you do not overfly your capabilities. I can't say enough good things about it. I did put some 3/8" foam insulation along the fuselage where the wing is attached to keep the wing from getting barked up.

I think the Hangar 9 arrow is a good choice for a trainer and a sport airplane combined.

Thanks.
T.M.