RE: Looking for suggestions
A buddy box would be a necessity, especially if you're going to use that Tactic system. If the club is already set up on boxes for one brand, you might come out close in cost to buy the BNF version and a radio from probably Spektrum or Futaba. At least 3 batteries will greatly help with the training times, along with some basic flight accessories like a ball cap, good sunglasses, and a caddy to carry everything but the plane.