This plane is no bigger than my trainer. It has a 58" wingspan which is about the same as my trainer. And the kit is only $100, so it probably will not even cost $400 to put together.

And correct me if I am wrong, but I was under the impression that larger aircraft were actually easier to fly than smaller because the wind effects them less. And with the dihedral built into the wings, I think it would be fairly stable.

And I have a computer radio, so couldn't I just decrease the throws on the control surfaces to make it a little more docile while I am still learning how to fly it, then ramp it up when I am ready for it?

I was planning on not flying it myself for the first time, I do not think that I am ready to maiden any planes yet. But I think that I am ready for a sportier plane than my trainer is, it is a little sluggish in the air.

But keep the comments and suggestions coming.