<div>Hi All,
so now that I am in the air, solo flights are not too far away. I wanted to start building a plane that would continue my training but not be the box looking ARF planes that I have. This plane would be built from a kit, and be a plane I would have for many years. So I first wanted to build a J-3 Super Cub, but I have been told they are not that easy to fly, so I would like a plane that was similar in detail maybe 90 powered, or &frac14; scale, a tail dragger and somewhat easy to fly. Any suggestions?</div><div></div><div>Thanks</div><div></div><div>TB</div><div></div><div></div>

The Goldberg Cub with the wings clipped and a 70 4 stroke is a blast to fly, it's an easy build . It can be scaled out as a civilian or military plane and wont cost an arm and a leg to build. Mine is built as lite and plain Jane as you can get . Was not going for scale but more of a sports flier and the Saito .72 with a APC 13x6 is perfect for the way I like to fly. This is my 4th Cub , once you own one ,seems like you'll always have one in the hanger. Just food for thught.

Cubs aren't super hard to fly. They just get tossed around a lot in the wind and require a sensitive touch on the ground. If you're wanting a plane to just work on your piloting skills and sharpen your reflexes though, consider one of the "sport planes" or "aerobatics trainers" that every maker sells. H9 Ultra sticks, Sig 4 Stars, and lots of others are easy flying planes that will let you learn aerobatics but still be forgiving. Most pilots have at least one of these because they are just fun and relaxing to fly.

I'd say build yourself a Sig Astro Hog kit first. After building and flying that, you'll be more than ready for your J3 Cub.

Sig Four-Star 120 / Kit

Wingspan 81 in (2057 mm)
Wing Area 1205 in² (78 dm²)
Weight 10 1/2 - 12 lb (4762 - 5443 g)
Wing Loading 20 - 22.9 oz/ft² (6103 - 6988 g/m²)
Length 65 in (1651 mm)
Radio Required 4-Channel with 5 servos
(2 aileron, 1 elevator, 1 rudder, 1 throtle)
Recommended Engines:
0.90 - 1.20 in³ (14.7 - 19.7 cm³) 2-Stroke
1.20 - 1.60 in³ (19.7 - 26.2 cm³) 4-Stroke

http://www.sigmfg.com/cgi-bin/dpsmar...FV4.html?E+Sig

How would that 4 Star 120 do with a 26cc gas engine?

It would be a perfect marriage.
C

<div>Thanks for all the suggestions. I am currently building a GB Super Chipmunk, I wanted to get a build under my belt, but my instructor said that I am a long way away from flying this bird, so I am just building it and maybe bring it to get some stick time with the help of an instructor sometime. Is the Sig similar to this plane, and will it be easier to fly then the Chipmunk? I really like the GB cub, looks like a very similar build as the Chipmunk.</div><div></div><div>So many choices.</div><div></div><div>Thanks</div><div></div><div></div><div>TB</div>

Check these owner reviews of the Sig kit:

http://www.rcuniverse.com/product_gu...cfm?kit_id=254

It is an aerobatic trainer / sport model; hence, it is easier to fly than the Chipmunk, which a scale aerobatic.

OK CUBS are easly to fly, I would even consider them to be a trainer there so easy to fly and land. I really do not like it when people say they are not. Build the cub you will love it.

I say the Tiger 2. Put a Magnum.46 on the front and you get unlimited vertical. Can be made either a trike or taildragger.

<div>rowdog_14, I do not doubt you at all. I have been told by a few pilots that they do not turn unless you us ruder, so I guess this is the difficult part. But as a beginner I need to learn how to turn with ruder anyways, so yes I am really considering the GB cub with a gasser.</div><div></div><div>Thanks</div><div></div><div>TB</div>

i have a sig 1/5 scale cub that will turn without rudder. Although rudder helps it out and makes the turns look neater in the air, it is not 100% necessary.

SIG 4* 40/60/120 kit is the perfect 2nd plane and/or aileron trainer. I have a cousin who was in the hobby for 15 years and this was still bar none his favorite plane (40 size).

Ultra Sport 40/60/1000 kit are touted as the best flying sport planes ever made. They fly so well you can fly pattern with them as well. Extremely aerobatic and fly on rails. You'll be hard pressed to find a better flying sport plane.

Other good options are a Super Sportster 40/60, J-3 Cub, Stick Series, etc.

I suggest you check out the kit building forum and do some reading.

A 26cc gas engine is a 1.56 and weighs a ton more than a 1.20 glow engine does....but it should work ok....Rog