Europa isn't seen in the states, at least I haven't seen one in my eight years. Aircraft in the states is 72 mHZ, ground vehicles are usually 27. I think in the UK you're on 53(?) for aircraft, is that the transmitters frequency? A Futaba transmitter will not work with a JR receiver, you may also have a similar problem.

And I agree, helis are really very hard to fly, so learning on a plane is good advice. A crash with a heli usually results in costly repairs, and while I know the Picolo i a small, light weight heli, I'm guessing it'll still be pretty difficult.

Welcome to RC Universe. It's a great place. You should probably post your question in the helicopter forum though.
Dennis-