Just to throw my 2 cents in for the T-Hawk by ToyTronix http://www.readytoflyfun.com/thawk3chrtf.html

Your requirements:

I would like an rtf plane.
T-hawk ready to fly in 10 minutes - no BS!

I want a glider cause i like the idea of shutting power off and just sailing and saving battery power. Ideally something i can keep up in the air for 10-15 mins.
T-hawk will glide and can run for 10-15 minutes with NiMh batteries - sometimes more if u glide more.


I guess beginners usually start out with 2ch planes(planes that basically only climb and dive and turn left and right?)
T-Hawk is 3 channel plane with rudder, elevator and full range of throttle speeds


I would like to start out with a 3ch plane(3ch meaning they can do aerial acrobatics?) but dont want to get ahead of myself.(is that possible)
You can do loops and hammerheads with the T-Hawk and the flying is exciting!!! Acrobatic planes and beginner planes will never meet.

I dont have a flying instructor.
T-Hawk is pretty simple to teach yourself. If I did it, anyone can.


I would like to spend between $50 and $150 for everything, preferably not buying everything seperately.
T-Hawk is $149-$159 with EVERYTHING and many spares!

I would like a plane that i am not going to get bored with in a week.
-you got it!


I thing i would rather not have landing gear, i like the idea of throwing it to take off instead of taking off from the ground.
T-Hakw has removable gear

I would like a plane that can take a beating if i crash and is inexpensive to fix.
Spare parts can be easily ordered and will arrive in 2-3 days. Parts are cheap.

You really can not go wrong with this plane. Read the reviews by the professional flyers and magazines - as well as this board - no one has critsized this bird, and all agree the plane and the exceptional customer service is top notch.