A P47 is not a good idea for a first plane. Do this instead:

1. Train on a simulator for a few weeks.
2. Get a Hobbistar 60 MK III ARF and learn to fly it. http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXCSY9&P=ML
3. Get a SIG FourStar 60 and learn to fly it.

The P47 can come later.

ps: electric airplanes are better than glow-fueled planes in some respects. If you do go electric, just make sure you don't slice your fingers off. An electric motor/prop for a .60-sized plane can slice alot of salami.