For what it's worth I had some experience flying the Hanger 9 Cherokee, which is the value series as well. Most of the fuse of these planes, not the wings/stab, is plastic (not a problem, but not as easy to repair as balsa/PVC), which is why I believe it's a 'value series'. The wings and stab, etc. are standard balsa/pvc. Other than that the plane looked great and flew even better. If I were looking for a cheap, great looking and fun flying plane I would buy one.