Ok well for 40 bucks to start, you end up spending more after buying premade gear and extras for a SPAD ARF. These guys do not have much of a site but they will stay in contact with you throughout the process. It is a really cheap alternative ARF.. It is a little easier then a scratch built spad, you won't learn as much about how these things work or are built.
That being said if you are a little hesitant about starting from some sheets of plastic and some sticks, this may be what you are looking for.
Just an idea for you
http://www.spadflyer.com/52kit.htm It WILL NOT fly as simply as something with a lot of dihedral like the Debonair but it is still a great flying little spad.
I would suggest contacting these guys through email, they will gladly answer any questions you have before you purchase.
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