A student of mine bought this same plane (against my advice), I maidened for him and it flew ok, but it is definitely not a beginners plane. Small control surfaces and no excess of power, so it has to be flown on the wing. The first time he flew it solo (also against my advice and I wasn't present) he brought it back in pieces. I would recommend putting this plane asside and getting a Hobbyzone SuperCub or an Apprentice, and some experienced help if you can.