"gliderguynj" wrote in message
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On Dec 20, 7:52 am, wrote:
Thanks for the unexpectedly large response. I could use a few more
recommendations about which models of aircraft are particularly well
suited
to being used as a trainer. Also, I could really use tips on buying and
potential sources of good used
aircraft. Thanks! Craig

Craig,
Strange as it may sound, there aren't 100's of models to chose from
regarding a trainer. You've ruled out the C 150, 172..so that kind of
leaves the Cherokee and possible one or two others. As for where to

I don't know that I would agree - Champs and Cubs are good basic aircraft -
you could "upgrade" to a Citabria... I learned in a Cessna 120. The Yankee
was designed as a trainer. What about a Stinson? Maul? Luscombe?

Lots of LSA's out there you could use for training.

What about homebuilts? No reason you have to use a certified aircraft for
training if you own it yourself - my brother's son learned to fly in a T-18
(probably not considered by most to be a "trainer" but his first hour of
official "dual instruction" was in a Pitts S2).

Wouldn't it be a blast to learn to fly in a Stearman (insurance might be a
problem, eh?)?

Look beyond the ramp of the local FBO - consider what you might want to fly
after you get the ticket (my dad learned to fly in a Navion) - if your
"trainer" turns out to be a real nice running sweatheart, some of you might
want to hang on to it - if not, unload it.

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Geoff
The Sea Hawk at Wow Way d0t Com
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