Scooter,

Great advice. Move the stick to the low wing when the plane is coming at you. Best advice don't think left or right. Point stick to low wing.

HPI,

That plane is one of the best beginner planes on the market. In my opinion. I used it with a girl who wanted to learn RC. First time out she soloed. Good Luck. Keep us informed. Just make sure you turn the autopilot off. It really doesn't help.