Fantastic replies, thanks every one, some great advice I will definitely keep in mind!
It definitely sounds like the right aircraft for taking family and friends up and tour the area.
I think to save on cost, and when I'm flying solo I will try and get onto the Tecnam P2002 the club has, touch more expensive than the c152 but I'd like to give stick controls a go, I remember when I was an Air Cadet and flew in the Grob 115 Tutor I did enjoy using the stick controls.
Question: When did they stop installing the 40 degree drag flaps? Just so I know which ones the aircraft has.
Thanks again for all your wise advice!
