RE: looking for a trainer
If you get a plane that requires mounting the engine inverted , you might want to get an engine that has a dual needle carb. The LAs run great but I`ve had problems with them inverted.
Check out Kens list , they are all good planes . You might want to pick your second plane based on where you interest lay . IMAC , 3D or just a fun throw around plane ? What your pleasure?