i have bought a couple of trainer planes and I think the Tower 40 wins hands down. It is easy to build and the manual is outstanding for the new builder. The plane handles great and can do a lot more than your basic trainer. I got mine at a swap meet at Dayton Ohio's Hara Arena for $50 brand new in the box. I love flying this plane and God forbid the day come that this plane dirt darts on me, I will buy another one.