I just tried combat this year for the first time. our club has a sanctioned meet every yr and tried it. Man is it fun, most intencse 5 minutes ever. We are doing the Open B class. the SSC would be the best way to start. We are also flying SPADS. the coroplast planes. they are pretty durable and cheap to make. I am going to another meet in two weeks. give it a try, you will like it