my eagle was my first plane with a OS 46la.. It flew great. never had any problems, that is till I gave it a dirt nap[X(] but the only thing broke was a couple wing ribs and a brace in the fuse. After fixing that it was fine. I now have a OS 46ax and it is like a whole new plane with the power. It flys great with the added power. This is a tuff little plane. GREAT choice.