People will tell you that the LA line of motors from OS aren't worth owning. But if you are trying to get into your first glow plane, the LA series is an excellent engine at a really good price. As long as you don't run them super lean and take care of the engine, you aren't going to have any problems. They will just not be as strong of an engine as the AX series. I'm still on my 1st plane, I have the Hobbico Superstar and I run a .46 LA and I love the engine. Almost always starts on the 1st flick, and is plenty powerful enough for your 1st plane.

Of course, this is all my opinion.

What ever you decide, enjoy it!!!!