ORIGINAL: dkourk
I am considering buying a Phoenix Models CAP 232 as my first atempt in low wing planes?
Given enough natural capability, discipline in operation and exposure through intelligent application and practice, anything is
potentially achievable.
However if you want a forthright answer, there are smarter choices you could make which will not only invariably afford greater progress and flying pleasure, but will almost certainly last longer in your intended role.
My advice to anyone, including myself when I was a novice, would be to choose your early models particularly based 90% upon flight characteristics and compromise on looks until you increase your proficiency. Forget Extras, Giles', CAPs or Sukhois etc in general for a second model or first low wing model. What you need (vs desire) in a first low wing ARF is something like a WM Super Sports, Kyosho Calamato (low wing), or if you prefer a tail-dragger, Phoenix Dolphin, Black Horse Super Air or Seagull Spacewalker.