GP RV-4 for 2nd plane?
 

I have been learning on a hobbico Avistar RTF and am progressing pretty well. I think I am ready to start building a kit as a 2nd plane.

I have really been eyeing the GP RV-4. It looks like it is a mild plane, but can be tuned to be pretty wild, just like the Sig SE.

For a second plane, I have seen that many people suggest the 4* and the Sig SE. Is the RV-4 a good 2nd plane to try and master?

Thanks

Kev

Second plane
 

The RV-4 is a really nice plane. The thinner wing and low wing would make it a bit much for a second plane. Get the mid star as the second then transition to the RV-4

EXCAP232

GP RV-4 for 2nd plane?
 

A lot depends on your progress....you say you are doing pretty good, but how will be in 3 months (building time for 'normal' building a kit) if you crash tomorrow?

I fly the RV-4 by GP and love it - powered by an OS .52 so it is not overpowered. Has flaps, cool effect....great plane.

I would hate to see you dump a plane that took that long to build - I'd opt for a Stik of some kind for your next plane and while you are flying that, start building the RV-4.

You will also need 5 servos for the GP RV-4.....and a 6 channel+ radio.

Jerry

GP RV-4 for 2nd plane?
 

Go for it, when you start flying it have an experienced pilot on the buddy box until you get used to the plane. Don't worry if you don't have a 6 channel radio; use a Y-harness for the aileron servos.

GP RV-4 for 2nd plane?
 

Thanks for the info everyone. After shopping around, I think I am going to go with the Sig SE with an OS 61 FX that I have available. The SE seems to have a lot of tunable characteristics that I believe will help me grow with this hobby.

Thanks once again.

Kev

GP RV-4 for 2nd plane?
 

SE's are also a really quick build, I just tossed together SE #2 in probably about 15-20 hours of building time. (covering not included...)

Once you start building, I've got a list of mods you may want to think about. (Some compiled from other sources and some my own)

http://www.ryankramer.com/planes/extra_mods.shtml