Crazkilljoy, jetmech05 and I both gave you basically the same advice. Sounds like your going the follow it, good. Now to answer your "what am I going to need " question...... a good name brand high wing trainer in a 60 or 40 size (60" to 70" wing span powered by a .46 to .65 two stroke glow or .50 to .80 four stroke glow engine). If you are buying new equipment the radio system should be the newer 2.4 type not the older 72 mhz system. Used 72mhz is still servicable equipment if priced right. Airplanes such as a Sig LT-40, Tower Hobby 40 or 60 trainers, Hobbico Hobbystar 60, Horizon Hobby Alfa 40, any of the Sig Kaydets, Thunder tiger trainers, etc. are what's needed for success. Expect to spend $350-$500 depending on what your instructor and you select. You will also need a jug of fuel @$18-$22, a fuel pump to fuel the engine manual or electric @$10-$20, a glow ignitor for starting @$10-$20, and an assortment of small tools in some kind of tool box. A field box/caddy with an on board battery system (for electric starter) is nice but not manditory @ another $100-$150. $500-$650 total will get you going ,unless if you bargin shop. IMHO don't buy a "no name" internet low price airplane, stick with the better brand name stuff. Also IMHO don't get sucked in on one of those slick looking Progressive Trainer System P-51/f-22 planes. A real high wing conventional trainer is the smart buy. The previous general info on planes and equipment is my opinion, but I am not going to be your instructor so talk to the guy who is going to work with you before you buy.