RE: Entry Level Pattern Plane???
Hmmm...I think I'd have to disagree with the Kougar, or with the King Kobra. I've had about 5 Kougars and 6-8 K Kobras in my life....
Good planes, but not the best in the world for pattern. very fast and the rudder is wierd. Plus that Kougar CAN be a tip stalling SOB. Even with the CG far forward. It's really short coupled and the wing planform is not all that great.
Would probably work ok for ballistic pattern, but wouldn't be my first choice for modern pattern.
-Mike