DarkSide......

Well it just seems that if you have NO experience with the
copilot then you are in no position to make it sound like
using one is a big mistake.

But, you're right..you were only stating you opinion.

And yes, I fly my Blade Cp Pro with its not so good rate
gyro, around the park just fine. Not great, but sorta good.

Actually, now that I've flown with the copilot I am totally convinced
that it will NOT slow down the learning process or become a
crutch for life.

It does NOT fly the heli for you. You still learn forward flight
and figure 8's with it. It's strictly a safety net.

In fact, later on you'd want to remove it because it becomes
a little confining... You have to somewhat fight it for control of
the heli.

Finally..I didn't intend to sound rude in my original post. I guess
I'm getting old and senile and come across as being kind of blunt.
Sorry about that.

I like the forums and I enjoy the sharing of information with others.

Guess I have a 'Archie Bunker' type personality...

So, don't let all that stop you from trying a copilot....

Happy Hovering,
Bob