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Wandering off-topic a bit, but when did that ever stop me..
Compared to the bog-standard flying-school C152/PA-28, I think the Robin range of aeroplanes are wonderful (well, with the possible exception of the R1180, which i don't much like
). The 2120 (aka the HR200) is a bit underpowered, but it's designed as a basic trainer - even so it is responsive, fun and far better than PA38. The 2160 is my favourite, almost the same as the 2120 but with more power and aerobatic, but great for just going A to B as well. I've also flown the DR400, which is proof that a four-seat tourer doesn't have to be like the PA-28 that I learned on. When I first flew one I found it to be a revelation, just when I needed one - not all aeroplanes were like this knackered bus-like plodder that I had been flying round the south of England.
They aren't the only fun aeroplanes of course, but they're easy to find and no more expensive than a spamcan (cheaper where I am). Go on, find one with a bit of grunt and give it a go...
