I think the best way to start in r/c is a .40 size glow powered trainer. They fly better are big enough to see and are repairable after most crashes. My cousin bought a Gobal Wattage electric J3 cub from Tower , what a POS. The only thing that airplane taught him was how easy it was to loose $150. Everyone will tell you to find a local club and visit it. The members will help you get started. I had to drive 70 miles to a club but it was worth it. The help, instruction,friendship and used engines I bought have been the bonus.