I would have to agree with SOME of the post right above this.

Lets put it this way. If you are VERY comfortable with your trainer and flying it is second nature, the PC9 "MAY" be OK for you. The most common next step is the 4*40. Me, being the type of person that likes to be different (everyone has a 4*40, and for good reason), decided to go with the PC9.. Now, did I start flying it "balls-out" the first time, no. Actually, my instructor was right there with me, even though I havent needed him for several months.

Is the PC9 a good flying plane? YES, I love it.

Is the PC9 an easy flyer? For the advanced pilot, its not too bad. But for someone coming right off a trainer, it demands ALOT more attention. Like I said, I was lucky to have my instructor there to help to split the duties up a bit.

If you decide to go with the PC9, do yourself a favor and have an instructor there with you, maybe even on the buddy box. Let him/her take it up one time. Atleast they can tell you what to expect. The most helpful thing for me was watching my instructor land the plane a few times. I kind of got an eye for what speed to bring it in at.

Anything is possible with planes. Ive seen people go from trainer to advanced warbird with no problem. I've also seen people go from trainer to a pile of balsa wood within 5 seconds also.