As much as people say the CP is a beginner helicopter, it really isn't. In fact, it's probably the most ill handling micro heli on the market. I've seen a large number of people turned off to helis because they started of with the CP. I think the main reason why people say the CP is a beginner heli is because it is ready to fly out of the box versus requiring assembly.

One thing you have to understand is the smaller the heli, the harder it will be to fly (all things being equal). The larger and heavier the heli is, the more stable it is which in turn makes it easier to fly. Another thing you have to understand is with a heli, you are ALWAYS flying it unlike a plank (fixed wing aircraft) or a surface model (car/truck/boat). Helis don't fly/hover themselves. Without constant pilot input, they become "dirt missles" almost instantly. There is an old saying in the heli world, "my first heli was a (insert model here), my second was a simulator!". If you're serious about helis, get yourself a good simulator and fly the heck out of it. I have the RealFlight G3 and it is fantastic. A good simulator is an invaluable tool in learing how to fly a heli. I also recommend a set of training gear for your CP. It's also a good idea to try and find experienced heli pilots in your area who are willing to help as well. This can make a HUGE difference in your learing curve. Another thing required by a would-be heli pilot is patience. Without it, you'll end up smashing your heli with a hammer in frustration before you even learn to tail-in hover.

Good luck.