Hello Blazer1:

In a similar position to you, I got a Great Planes Big Stik 60. Then my trainer, a Hobbico Superstar died in a mid-air collision.

I'm not sure about the "40" size version of the Big Stik, however the 60 size flies and lands better than my Superstar.

Also, the Big Stiks aren't expensive.

I hope that helps.

Bye, Ian