Would you say this even if my first aircraft is in some people's opinions, a second aircraft because of the semi symmetrical wing? I do respect everyone's opinion and I'm sure it comes from experience, I'm just worried I'm going to spend time with a second aircraft that won't be that much different then my first.

I do have a computer radio which will help with the throws, that's for sure.

one thing I should mention, I won't actually be buying the kit for a while... Probably not until I even have 3 months flying with my first aircraft. In fact, if that's the case and I don't buy it earlier, I won't even fly the aircraft until next summer(2008) which means I'll have a whole summer with my H9 Arrow(if it doesn't crash)... Of course if my plane goes down in flames, this whole post is probably for nothing because I'll end up getting a second trainer anyways until I feel ready to move up.