This was thrilled and over several hours with the not easily be assembled (many beautiful details) employs aircraft, even though he has a lot of Lego experience.
After successfully building that was from my nephew done it without help (8 years), the joy of the toy was even greater because the finished flyer many additional effects, such as the retractable undercarriage provides.
Therefore, all in all a great gift which however requires a certain "basic experience" with Lego and building plans.