The most forgiving plane of them all is a 150 its easier to fly for a novice than a 172. The 152 is a little faster and some small differences but as someone who has flown in a few aircraft I will always hold the 150 in great stead. Peple who use the JAFFA (just another f*&king flying aeroplane) description dont enjoy it. Dont mock the 150 or 152 they have their rightful place in aviation history.