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Old 9th May 2003 | 05:09
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NinjaBill

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Suitable aircraft to learn in

Hi there all.

I am wanting to start my ppl soon, and have decided fo fly from Sherburn as it is only about 10 miles from my house. My question is regarding choosing which aircraft to fly in.

I have experience flying SLMGs with air cadets, and Sherburn have a robin 2160 that can be used. I Think that this may be the best aircraft for me to learn in, as it seems similar in some respects to the SLMGs that i am used to (control column, good visability) however i understand that it would be an unusual choice of training aircraft.

It costs about £5 more per hour to fly, but this is not a great issue. Could the aircrafts basic airobatic ability give it a lower primary stability, making it more difficult to fly, or is this not the case

What is everyones opinion. Do you think i would be best learning in this aircraft, or in a pa28/c150 which seem to be more popular choices.

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