Go with a BNF and buy a real radio. DX6 or DX7 for a long term radio. Jester s1 has the right idea- taxi first and learn some ground control. Stand right behind the model for the first takeoff (first person view) and lift the model off the ground a few feet and land in that same straight line (do this multiple times before you gain significant altitude and attempt a turn). You can do this, however, it may take more than one plane. Buy some foam safe CA glue, scotch tape, and an extra prop. An instructor really helps, but, with a good amount of sim time, patience, some decent budget, good hand eye coordination, this can be done. If you go electric set the throttle trim up, but, not enough to spin the prop. That way you dont shock the model from zero throttle back to throttle (really makes it easier to fly). Good luck!