Actually, these things are exactly like the full scale jobs...

FLYING them however is totally different. It's a whole new world when you're not sitting in it.

Dennis is correct, you want an instructor. Find a club in your area, there's always someone there willing to help a newcomer.

Also, have a look at the Hangar 9 Alpha. It's one of many excellent trainers. Here's a link:

http://www.horizonhobby.com/Shop/ByC...ProdID=HAN2475