Well, I still have only flown in Real Flight but I am apparently already the man to ask about RC planes among my freinds, haha.

I know someone who wants to buy their retired Air Force father a plane. His father lives in the country and will learn to fly it himself in a nearby field. He will never go to an airfield and considers learning to fly the plane himself to be half of the fun of getting one. I was thinking some type of foam electric plane would be the best choice for him, but I am really just guessing with my limited experience.

What he wants is a complete RTF package with 4-channels, that is durable and/or VERY easily repairable. He is hoping to find something at around $250. Do any of you experts know of any particularly good planes to fit these circumstances?