Brushless would be a MUCH better alternative than the suggested components. 18 ounces on a S280 WILL NOT WORK to enjoyably fly this plane. In fact, every review I have read in the internet about this plane all say it is a joke, with heavy construction and shoddy components. If you can, you will be much happier returning the plane and buying something else. This plane is an attempt to copy the toddsmodels.com Tiny (I say 'Attempt' because it is twice the weight and wont flhy nearly as well, if at all), and I have never ever read a bad report on the Tiny, or the new Tiny X version. I would buy the Tiny, along with its recommended components from Todd, you will be much happier. And you wont spend as much money, the Whizz is way overpriced. Or, you can find free plans for the original and build it, using a few dollars worth of materials.

My $.02
Jonathan