Quint,

I would agree with the information noted regarding the Aircore 40. As a trainer, I think the cons out weigh the pros by maybe 60-40.

It is durable. It is a stable flyer. I had a little flutter in the ailerons, at high speed. Fixed that by clipping the ailerons about 4" per side. Fastened the clipped pieces to the trailing edge as filler.

The main pro is probably the "crash protection plan" they give you. If the plane is crashed and broken, they will replace the broken parts free.

The main con would have to be the weight. It is heavy for it's size. The weight leads to other cons. Because it’s heavy, it tends to go where you point it. Also, it glides like a rock. In short, it's a "lead sled". It does not try very hard to correct it's own flight path. Not appealing traits for a trainer. Maybe, a second plane.

My nephew tried it and thought it was too fast. I didn't think that could be possible. He soloed on a Great Planes PT40. He was not comfortable with the Aircore 40.

I am not familiar with the other planes mentioned. Sounds like those guys know what they are talking about, though.

Regards,
Mark


Regards,
Mark