My plane of choice for the wind is a .40 size Stik. I've flown it in 20+ mph winds. Sometimes not the smartest thing to do, but it feels great to get it down in one piece. I also have a Multiplex Mentor that I usually fly with floats. I like to put the wheels on and put that up in the wind too. Both planes can be replaced for not alot of money and the experience is priceless.