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Old 11-26-2008 | 02:06 AM
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i was wondering what a good second plane would be i have tought myslef with the hobby zone firebird commander 2 looking to upgrade a little
Old 11-26-2008 | 02:25 AM
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I only know glow planes, but if you're willing to consider one (I think I remember you saying you were open to glow) AND have a club or large enough field to fly at:

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...I=LXMU53**&P=0

I flew this thing for a short while and had a total blast with it. I would stick with a trainer since you have two more channels to learn, and this is one of the more agile trainers out there. Very fun plane.
Old 11-26-2008 | 09:48 AM
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A second for the Avistar. A VERY good trainer that`s a bit more capable when you want it to be. If you get the RTF model, fly it a while with the 40 LA that it comes with. Then, at some point, put a 46 up front. Very capable second plane.
Old 11-26-2008 | 10:05 AM
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TideFlyer -

I'll throw in some electric options here
[ul][*] [link=http://www.multiplexusa.com/models/kits/minimag.php]Multiplex MiniMag[/link][*] [link=http://www.multiplexusa.com/models/kits/easy_star.php]Mulitplex EasyStar[/link][*] [link=http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=PKZ4400]Parkzone T28 Trojan[/link]
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Now the T-28 might not be your best bet as a second aircraft as it does require some nimble fingers on the sticks, however, if you can tandem w/someone and get a feel for it then you'll be alright. OR You can go it alone but keep your control throws LOWER then you think you can handle. It's a real snappy foam bird (and fun!) The gents above have some solid recommendations for glow too. You can't go wrong with what their shooting at you. If you want to get a good look at a T-28 (or some other aircraft) in flight / reviewed, here's a link to my site dedicated to the, "New and aspiring rc pilot."

[link=http://controlchat.twointeract.com/2008/parkzone-t-28-trojan/]Parkzone T28 Trojan Review[/link]
Old 11-26-2008 | 10:31 AM
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I've put together a list of planes that make good trainers and second planes. All of them on the list are proven planes that are well suited for successfully letting students learn to fly, or advance to a second plane. Check out the list here
[link=http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_4537845/tm.htm] Looking for a trainer- what's available. (Updated 2-20-2008) [/link]

Hope this helps

Ken

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