The Contender is a great flying model. Kit has a few tricks but isn't too bad. Covering the turtledeck is a bit tricky, and you definitely want to read the manual several times and do it as they recommend. The built up nose I found pretty fun to carve out. I added about 50% more rudder area and am happy with it.







Very robust. I'd recommend the Fults dual-strut nose gear if you sly off grass. And it would NOT be the best first model for learning to fly. Very much flies where you point it and has no self-correcting tendencies. Make a perfect second plane or just a good sport plane. The apron flap is fun to land with.