You can land on a dime, so long as you hit tail first you will land in one piece (it is very easy to land). However, takeoff is ify. Trim up, and barely pitch up......wait till you are a bout 200' off the ground to pitch normally or adjust trim. You will then fly around normally.

This aircraft, was created as a light transport aircraft nearly 70 years ago, and is still used for that role today. The plane can comfortably operate in both extreme heat, and cold . . . and pretty windy conditions. These planes are popular because; of their low cost, simple maintenance, and highly adaptable nature. We have also seen these planes being used as; bombers, patrol aircraft, anti-sub craft, long-range airliners, liaisons, gun ships, and so many more invetiver roles.

(This for handling, and looks)