I'm going to build a SIG LT-40 as my "first" plane. But I decided I need something more ARFish to get me rolling until it's done.

So... I went a purchased a DuraPlane Trainer 40. Yup, the D word. Didn't do much research (bad, bad). Evidently I purchased a brick with wings.

I am going to semi-SPAD it with some advice I found in an old thread from Mike.
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_62...tm.htm#6254667

Wish me luck!

I was just going to suggest that

Good luck!

You may have already seen this but I'll throw it out here anyway::

http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_34...tm.htm#3439708

You'll have fun with the Duraplane. Just get some help flying it. When you're ready to go on the LT-40, you'll be very happy with the way it flys as well.

Brad

Thanks Bruce. It has been bookmarked.

If you get an experienced pilot to set up the brick it will make it a little easier for you, but it's still a brick. ENJOY !!! RED

Hi _Chuck_
I wish you good luck. A trainer SPAD is an excellent choice. It is true that SPADS frequently are a little heavier than balsa planes, but they are so much tougher. After 36 years in this hobby I only have SPADS now. I don't even notice how ugly some of them have been. The fact that they can cartwheel on a poor landing with little or no damage kind of makes up for their "unique" look.