This is one of the first flights that I had with the AtomRC Swordfish. I actually had this plane for quite a while but was afraid to test it since I don't have a vast experience with RC Airplanes and iNav. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that this plane is very stable and relatively easy to fly so I can conclude that it can be an option if you are a beginner. Having that said, I do recommend to get an easy to fly trainer as a starting point such as the FMS Easy Trainer V2: https://youtube.com/shorts/a27xY49cpLM?si=ABBK5YIWMk0Q8MUT
The only issue that I had with the Swordfish is that the Elevator servo needed to be adjusted and I almost lost the plane on its maiden flight. Make sure that all the servos are properly aligned and you should be good to go. While the recommended battery is 4S, I used a 3S 2200mAh battery which provided my plenty of power and the plane had a perfect COG when using it.
Using this battery you can expect about 20 minutes of flight time and on a calm day when flying at 60KM/h you should be able to cover a total distance of 20KM.
Using a 4S LION battery pack is going to maximize your flight time and total distance and I think that the Swordfish can be a good long range platform.
Like in my previous video of the Baby AR Wing, I can highly recommend to watch @Painless360 videos about this RC plane and others before making a purchase and after (for setting up your new RC airplane or drone).
Happy flying!
