Good luck Bill. You seem to have all the technical stuff down pat. However, when it comes to having your visual inputs transferred to those thumbs on those first flights, you may find a little lag in your response. I've taught several full scale pilots to fly RC and all but one of them were quite amazed at how confusing things can be, especially with the plane coming back at them. It is possible to teach yourself but it just might turn out to be a bit expensive. A buddy cord on those first few flights might be worth while. Do let us know how you make out.