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Tip stalls: The main issue of any Cub-type plane is going to be ground handling. Ground loops (where the wing dips on rotation) can and will happen, but usually they are easily corrected. It's the nature of the beast, this just goes with the territory. Take off into the wind when possible, and use the rudder. Once you're up, the rest should be easy. Although the Decathlon is capable of snaps, it recovers fairly quick with enough altitude. It will be far more forgiving than most warbirds, and is only slightly more challenging than a low-wing trainer such as the Sig Four-Star. At least, that has been my experience with the Citabria.

And then here's another question: Why don't many people fly them? For the most part, it's because they look somewhat boxy and almost trainer-like. They fly slower than most other sport-scale planes. And, they are often perceived as ''difficult'' and ''tricky'' to handle by some. Forget the ''airbatic spelled backwards'' myth. These are not 3D, or even close to an Edge or Extra. But rather, just a nice scale plane that is more than capable of doing most of what you would want on a pleasant, calm afternoon. It is definitely worth the extra setup time!

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