JR

The really cheap electrics ($79 complete) are two channel units that are limited. I had one first and sold it within a couple of months. That is the extent of my electric experience. There are a few guys in my local club that fly electric planes and they are nice. These are in the $300 and up class and are mostly custom built. For you starting out with a tight budget, I would recommend a nitro plane if you are already set up for nitro cars and boats because you may already have a glow driver, starter, etc. The fuels are different, so know what you are using.

I do not currently have a trainer for sale. I sold most of my extra R/C misc in November to fund my winter projects. I could build something for you if you were interested. To get into the hobby for $300, you would need to start out with used gear. I did it that way and now am slowly updating. I would build, or you could build a spad debonair if interested. It will fly with most any forty size engine out there and I could help you find a decent and current used radio.