Jasper,

I know you want a more scale jet, but the Facet 2300 sold by Great Northern Models makes a great first jet. It flies as easy as a trainer and when you really let loose it really hauls the mail. My buddy Gary hit 157mph last weekend. Judging from the airframe you would not think it could fly that fast, but it really moves. Then on landings, you drop the flaps and it slow down to a walking pace. Lands easier then some 40 size trainers.

I would keep things simple and do a scale jet as your second one. Believe me once you get into flying turbines you won't stop with just one plane, you'll want more of them.

Good luck,

JR Gautreaux