Right now I have one plane (my second, Phoenix Dolphin) that is still in a box (actually still in the mail). I feel the need to start searching for #3, 'just in case'. I would love a plane that is really good at flying pattern maneuvers, yet is somewhat semi-scale looking if possible. So what makes a plane a good pattern plane? What is the difference between a pattern plane and a 3D plane? How will the Dolphin rate as a pattern ship? I think I need something with a decent roll rate.

Any suggestions for a good 3rd plane (something up from the Dolphin) that is very pattern capable would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.