I have two nitro trainers built: A 56" 3ch, and a 60" 4ch. I was thinking about moving to the 3ch as it's close in size and weight to the ABX I'm flying now. As for moving to ailerons, I'm not so sure I can make that transition on my own. Funny part is, if the 3ch trainer were to be electric, I would have already flown it. Flying a nitro has me concerned for some reason. Maybe crazy, but I can't explain why I feel confident flying an electric over a gasser. Anyway, thanks again for your concern and help. I think I am going to go check out two clubs within a half hour of my house. Being around other flyers has to be a great way to gain valuable experience and knowledge, but there's something to be said for being able to step out my back door and be in the air within a few minutes. Do you think the 10-12 acre area is large enough for flying a nitro trainer? The field is longer than it is wide and surrounded by large trees. There are houses 4-500 yards away in one direction and nothing but woods and swamp in the opposite direction for about a mile or more.