Jim, you really need feedback from someone whom has logged time on both. I have not. I did buy Mark Miller’s “prototype” Soprano. I only have a few launches on it but understand why the rudder was increased on current offerings. Since I have seen no better responses I offer the following thoughts - mainly for those with out a lot of experience. Without any good support for my thoughts – FWIW J - I think if you have full house experience, you will find the Soprano both a good floater and penetrator. I suspect the AVA my be a better floater (lighter) but may not penetrate as will as the Soprano (just my guess). For a flyer not experienced with modern high performance soarers, the Ava (or Topaz) may be the choice. That should not be seen as criticism of the Soprano but a suggestion that it flys like a modern high performance ship. If you are new to this sport (especially if you have limited funds) skip expensive planes like the Soprano and Ava (untill you have wiped out a few cheaper planes – they are available). Not because they would be more difficult to learn on; because things do happen (and will) – ask Gordy. The only criticism I have is not with the planes (and certainly not with Kennedy or Miller) but with the designer/makers that do not make parts that are interchangeable. Let me explain: After receiving the Soprano and admiring it, I heard about the Trio and Piper <http://www.isthmusmodels.com/> and thought I could buy one of them and be able to swap wings with the Soprano. Sorry – too logical! Now before any one takes this too seriously (and takes me to task), understand these thoughts are just that – not fighting words. The wonderful thing about this sport is all the choices - and they are mostly all good. Regis
------------------------------------------------ Ok, so who's flying a Soprano out there? Let's hear some feedback! I would like a big RES plane and am trying to decide between Soprano and AVA. Cheers - Jim Laurel RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
