I checked out the FORUM- ELECTRICS, and the thread--Beginner Dad Wants ARF or RTF Electric? posted 7-10.
This one looks like it might give you some idea of some planes to get. The other threads can help you too.

You didn't say if the trucker flew models or just the real planes, and the group he goes to airshows with.
If they do fly models try, and get in touch with them. They might be willing to help you.


All the planes that I built have glow engines, and have two that's not built yet will use gas engines.

Hope you can find the right plane.

Sorry that I can't help more.

rcflyer