Well, the Typhoon isn't too bad a plane for a first one. The only thing is you CANNOT OVER CONTROL IT! If you do, you Typhoon will most definitely meet it's demise, in the ground. After a few flights/possible crashes, the whine of the geared motor (most distinctive electric plane I've ever heard) will no doubt become intimidating. Just hearing it today makes me think about those early days...just trying to keep it in the air. *Gets chills* I would go with the stryker F27B, much stronger, and you'll probably be able to get it going faster later on.