RE: Good 1st/2nd plane
A couple of suggestions: The 4* and Tiger recommendations are good ones. I`d throw in an Avistar and a World Model T-34 as well. Yes, the Avistar is considered a " trainer " , but with a good 46 up front it would make a great reintroduction plane IMHO. PLENTY lively! The T-34 is also a trike gear, but a sweet flyer and a low wing.