The larger A-7 probably flys better, but I had a JHH A-7, and it was *definitely* not a good entry-level jet! It was not very stable in the roll axis (because of the anhedral) and was prone to tip stalling if you got it too slow.

As someone already mentioned, the Century Jets are *builders kits* requiring as much assembly time as any jet out there - if not much more.

One of the best, if not the best entry-level ARF scale jets is a 1/9.5 scale F-15. Most of the ones out there fly really well, are relatively easy to take off and land, and are fun to fly with a 120N-class engine. I had the FEJ one and it flew well, but the gear on it were narrower than others and the ground handling suffered as a result.

I would recommend the Global Jet Club F-15 (http://www.globaljetclub.com/index.p...roduct_id=2080) and something like a 140RX or Cheetah (or used P-120, Super Eagle, etc.) You'll have a great looking jet that will attract a lot of attention at the field, fly great, and sounds awesome in the air (nothing like the sound of a bifurcated pipe in a jet...).

The CompARF Eurosport is also a great flying scale(ish) jet. Ours is over 7 years old and going very strong. You'll be into it for over a $1000 more with all of the gear, etc. that the GJC F-15 comes with though...

Bob