Originally posted by David_Moen
I can't think of an plane that has runner band secured wings that I can learn aerobatics with, and that I like the looks of. Athough, on reflection, even SPADS are looking good at this point!
That's exactly my point. (First I really want to point out that I'm not picking on you, I'm saying this for the good of all)
All too often People want to get rid of their trainers and get a "Good Looking Plane".
How often do you see a newbie here ask if a Warbird or an Ultimate Bipe is a good trainer? And we have to tell them, "No, you have to learn to crawl before you can run".
You also have to WALK before you can run!
Here's a good suggestion: Since your US is going to be out of commission for a bit, build a SPAD. So what if they're ugly, they cost next to nothing, and it will get you back to the field quickly. Then, fly the H@LL out of it while you're rebuilding the US.
This way, when the US is finished, it will wind up with a few less scars in the years to come.