I would use an OS 46 AX even though smaller engines will fly the plane. I had one with an Irvine 53 intended for use with floats. It is a lot of fun to fly but throttle control is a must. A friend has it now after launching his trainer out the back of a pick up truck. The plane was secured to a holder but the holder wasn't secured to the truck bed! I have another one and plan on the OS 46 AX as I normally keep a trainer around for just having a relaxing flight or 2. The Sig LT-40 is hard to beat in either Kit or ARF versions. You can get a lot of radio in the $500.00 range. Check with local flyers to see what is used. This will help wiht programming information. I fly JR since many locals are JR sponsored. It really helps programming the upper level radios even though JR is probably the easiest to program. The radio, engine and other equipment can be used in future equipment. Good luck.
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Thanks Gents,
I think the LT40 is probably the go, especially with such a detailed build thread on here! Can you suggest a good engine / radio combination for this aircraft? i'll probably just bite the bullet on the radio - for $800 in stead of $400 it seems you can get a good programmable 7-8 channel instead of just a 4 channel. I'd like to build the aircraft i fly one day, so i'll need the extra channels for gear, flaps, spoliers etc.
Thanks for all the advice!