RE: model suggestions for weekend flyer?
My third plane was a worldmodels Super Stunts ARF. .40 size, large wing, trike,(lands great) with great aerobatic capabilities. I haven't seen any intermediate plane that does a better flat spin. Last I checked it was $100. .60 size big brother was $200. A little smaller .40 that flies great and is easy to haul is the Hanger 9 Aresti. Can't tell you if any of these Three are readily available but they're great fliers. The Aresti has a narrow cord and will really git if you push the throttle. Wouldn't recommend it for the inexperienced. Good luck.