What a great suggestion, the only upgrade I would suggest would be maybe a ball bearing .46 engine. They cost a little more, but have much reserved power. You have a wide variety to shop from; Thunder Tiger, Magnum and Tower being the least expensive and the new OS .46 AX costing the most, but you get that OS quality. The engine will transfer easily into your next couple of airplanes If you take care of it, run the fuel out at the end of the day and use a good afterun oil. There are a bunch of RTFs out there, so shop for the features, if you decide to go an0ther route than this one. Happy Landings.
ORIGINAL: rcluver
Mike,
I have heard and read good and bad things about the Nexstar, which is true about anything. Some people have good luck, others have bad. The first thing you will notice is the difference between 3 and 4 channel radio's, ie. aileron, elevator turns versus rudder, elevator turns. While aileron turns are easier, never forget and continue to practice rudder turns. I personally have never flown a Nexstar, so I cannot give an opinion, have seen several fly, they all flew great. I do have an Avistar, you can get an ARF from Tower for $99.00, add an OS .46 LA for $59.99, and Futaba 4EXA computer radio for 149.99, 10% fuel, glow starter, and a chicken stick. You've got all you'll need to get started. At about the same price of the Nexstar or even the Avistar RTF. You'll have to install the radio, engine, and fuel tank, but that is all good practice. I recommend the 4EAX because it offers you the ability to store memory for four models I believe. Which you will need as you get different planes. The Avistar is as forgiving and stable as a trainer plus you can do basic manuvers with it. It has less dehideral and a semi-symmetrical wing which lends to smoother aerobatics. Whichever you decide, have fun and fly safe. Hope this helps.
Larry