ORIGINAL: RegFlyer
Yes I have an instructor, and am learning on the Hobbico Superstar .40. I want to get into warbirds and hear that they can be tricky to fly. This is why i was looking at the PTS. Its a nice looking large warbird that I can go from trainer to warbird and still have the forgiveness of a trainer. plus A plane, motor, and DX6i for $400 who can complain about that
You'll already have prior experience as you move to the PTS.
This will make it an even safer choice for you.
In your case I'd advise starting out with the 2 blade 11x6 prop, but leaving everything else on the plane.... all of the other training aids.
Let an instructor help you out to check out the plane, set the throws and maiden it.
He can get you through the first landsings which will be different than what you are used to.
After you certify, you can start removing the aid as you feel comfortable.
Remember that the front "brakes" are supposed to work in unison with the flaps.
If you pull up the flaps, remove the brakes and vice-versa. ( Hint once you remove the brakes, cut them and turn them into faux landing gear door covers, they look great this way... ).
The racked forward sweep of the landing gear, makes it difficult to nose this plane over.
The large wheels also make it easy to land on grass, as the wheels are larger than most .40 trainers.