I just bought a phoenix sonic, and was I impressed! I knew that it would be a great flyer the minute I opened the box. This arf only took one long evening to put together, all the hinges were already installed and pinned, the quality is great, and the planes construction is stout. The stab and rudder glued right in and were in perfect alignment, no adjustments. I didn't even have to get the dremel out. Even the instructions were in color, and very clear, the control rods were assembled and done very nicely, I installed a new Airtronics VG6000 and what a great combo this makes, I love the plane, and the radio, wow am I impressed with both purchases. I had to add some weight to the nose to the the cg inline with the instructions, set the control throws (a snap with the VG6000) and took it to the field. This plane lifted off and required only a small amount of trim, it flys beautifully, and is very responsive. Very stable and steady, quite capable of some snappy tricks. I would recommend this plane and radio to anyone, I like it so much, I'm going to order another one just so I have a spare! If you want a super plane and a radio that is easy to program and is smooooooooth, get the Phoenix Sonic 25, and an Airtronics VG6000, You'll be very happy. By the way I installed an O.S. 25LA on the plane and it's plenty of juice to make her go!!!!