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Old 02-26-2008 | 08:49 PM
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Default Does size really matter?

Looking at a couple of planes: I like the smallest one just because it doesn't need 2 batteries to fly, and comes with ailerons and reusable Futaba 4ch radio. Will the smaller size be bad for a first time flier? (sorry about the heading, I had to!)

Electristar:
Wingspan: 63" (1600mm)
Wing Area: 709 sq in (45.7 sq dm)
Weight: 6lbs (2722g)
Wing Loading: 19.2 oz/sq ft (59 g/sq dm)
Length: 53" (1346mm)

Superstar:
Wingspan: 48.75" (1240mm)
Wing Area: 402 sq in (26.dm)
Weight: 3.1lbs (1.4kg)
Ready To Fly Wing Loading: 18oz/sq ft (54.9g/dm)
Length: 36.1" (917mm)

Electrifly:
Wingspan: 56"
Wing Area: 500 sq in
Weight: 44oz
Wing Loading: 14oz/sq ft
Chord: 9"
Fuselage Length: 39.5"