gliders have much longer wings than regular planes, so that may add additional complexity in how many wing sections you'll print and assemble, but otherwise it's just a special type of RC plane.

Once upon a time, RC planes were expensive models that took months to build and big money to equip with electronics. Since the 20th century though, powerful batteries have become cheap ...

Also available in an RTF (ready to fly) package, which includes a receiver, transmitter and remote, so you are ready to fly right out of the box ... most affordable RC planes on the market.