RE: E-Flite or Hangar 9 Pattern or 'faux pattern' plane?
That statement from Ryan was sent 100% in jest. He and Quique are very close friends and Ryan even called for QQ at the worlds a few years ago. I think the issue comes down to market size. As great as they fly, the market is still very small for pattern type planes.
As far as planes go, I would definitely look at the Wind 50 from Sebart. Great flying plane. They also have the Miss Wind 50 which is a biplane.
Chris is great to deal with,
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