Welcome B.C. mosquito: I don't think any one can top your advice to yourself, IE go to the clubs and find out what your instructor recommends. It will most likely be the Sig LT-40. I prefer a low wing sport plane to train with myself. A Sig 4* or Goldberg Tiger, 40 or 60 size, I prefer 60 size as they are easier to see, and a little easier to fly.IMHO. Both of these planes exhibit excellent slow flying characteristics and land at little more than a walking pace, maybe a trot. I don't want my students to get in the habit of letting the plane right itself. I also found myself board with my LT-40 after a couple months, but I must admit if you want to solo sooner the LT-40 is the way to go. Either way don't attempt it with out a good instructor, and a buddy box. A low wing sport plane is somewhat harder to learn to fly on, but if people can learn to fly helicopters I see no reason it can't be done. I don't think anyone will flame me when I say Helli's are harder to fly than either of the planes I,ve recommended. As for a twin engine all I know is what I've read right here, I have never owned one. But I will tell you there is a wealth of information in these threads. Always willing to help. Happy flying. Garry