Hey guys and gals,

I have been building/operating RC's in one form or another since I could walk (I am 25 now) and I really would like to give planes a try! I have wanted one for many years but was always afraid to try for fear of just crashing immediatly. I have setteled on the Super Cub LP by Hobby Zone as my first plane after reading some of your posts on these forums. It seems to be fairly sturdy and with only 3 channels it should be in my wheelhouse talent-wise. I really want to work into a nitro plane (trainer style first of course) but I would like some insight on the best way to break into it when I am ready. Is it possible to be ready to fly for less than about 400 for a nitro trainer, including a decent TX/RX that can be used for multiple models? Also, would it be better to get an RTF, or piece something together. I am not afraid of building but I know nothing about planes so an easier job would be my preference!

Just for background story, I have owned about 6 or 7 different nitro vehicles ranging from buggies and 1/8th scale trucks to hydroplane and catamaran boats. I have also owned many (too many to remember) electric vehicles but all were before the brushless/lipo era... 2000mah NIMah were the BOMB when I was driving!