I agree with DC10's comments (though I have never tried the parking brake method!).
The "T" tail is okay, as long as you remind yourself that you're flying a tiny airliner, not a STOL plane. Forget the short runways. Do not venture out without some dual instruction. If you can't get dual in the "T" tail Lance, experience in a "T" tail Arrow will be quiet similar.
If you're going to master a manual turbo engine, at least take someone along to keep a close eye on the engine guages for you during that takeoff and climb. They are easy to overboost, and expensive when you do!
Pilot DAR