Hi, I have had some discussions with Horizon over the blade being a good trainer heli and I certainly respect their thoughts---however---as I mentioned before-- I have been flying helis for 35 years and have no idea how many boys--and girls- I have helped over the years learn to fly a heli. My first heli was a kavan jet ranger. I have flown heli boys, mini boys, champions, superiors, all this before anybody new what a gyro was and did not even know we needed one. I just feel like a $1000 dollar, more or less, heli with very dangerous wooden or fiberglass blades after only a few flights laying in a heap is much more dismaying to a beginner than a little $200 electric heli with balsa blades that don't hurt too much( speaking from experience) all laying in a heap. Actually I have never seen a blade in a heap and I have seen many mishaps. The blade certainly is not as stable in a hover (after I make a few adjustments they are very close)as a 30 or 60 size heli but it sure teaches you the fundamentals of hovering. I had thought that possibly after flying the blade for awhile most would want a larger heli but most stay with the blade or similar electric. Just a few of my thoughts and experiences. I certainly respect others thoughts and experiences on the "trainer or not trainer" matter. Al