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Old 09-14-2004 | 03:44 PM
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LearjetMech
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Default RE: Move on to what from Alpha .40?

FastSky,
You are exactly right about the Midstar. And now that I think about it it is more "solid" on landings regardless of wind. I'm just one of those guys that hates excessive wind, especially a gusty, unsteady wind. I dont have a huge amount of stick time with the Midstar yet (maybe 20-30 flights) and just have a much more relaxing flight with the trainer in those conditions. I'm sure once I get the 4* in the air, I will let the Midstar leash out a little. I just put too much time and effort into the Midstar to fly on an uncomfortable day. 10 years ago I would fly in the snow, wind, rain, lightning, etc... but after a few crashes and 2 kids, I tend to watch my money (and arse) a little closer. I always tell myself there will always be a better day if the weather is not up to par. But I truly love that plane. It is like a well trained dog. It does what I ask it to and nothing more...Zero bad tendecies! That is unless your tooooo slow and low. But all planes are like that. Very very very predictable. I hope the 4*60 is as much fun to fly!
Nikolaus

And Twistr,
That three blade is off of my Alpha. I used it for the first couple of flights only. That is more of a climb prop and one for cool pictures. It slowed the plane down too much on final. Running a 10X6 and 11X5 depending on conditions and what I feel like doing. Any other suggestions for that plane and a TT Pro 46?