great planes big stick would be a great second plane. It still has some dihedral, and doesn't have those "quad flaps" that the H9 has. Should be easier to set up. It is a trike, but you'll still have lots of fun with it. Also, I'm pretty sure at 149 that its cheaper than the rest (in ARF)--which is also a good quality in a second plane, since you'll more than likely be the cause of it's demise.....