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Old 03-06-2007 | 07:45 PM
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Default RE: Is a wing OK for a trainer?

The website lists the Speedwing as "a fast, agile and highly aerobatic 24” flying wing, which can also fly at near walking speeds."

You may want to consider keeping the throws to the minimum recommended because the "agile" and 'highly aerobatic" parts are usually not beginner friendly.

How does the wing handle at slow speeds? Does it mush around or do you have positive control at slow speeds? Even though it flys slow, it may not handle well at that speed.

Does it build up speed fast when descending? If so, you are no longer at slow speeds if you make a mistake and start heading for the ground.

But like ArCeeFlyer says, if it's tough, there is some durability there.

Even though it can be flown in a small space, for your first flights, fly it in a wide open area. When you're learning, it is better to have too much space than not enough. Not enough usually lands you in whatever hazards that surround your site.