RE: First 3D, your recommendation?
Hmmm, the website has apparently changed. The only ones he has for free now are the 3DX and the Ultimate biplane. Both of which fly great. I would recommend the 3DX as its construction is much easier for a beginning builder. The Ultimate is a little more difficult because you have four ailerons instead of two.
Ok, when you download the file, it will be in .pdf format
You can open it by using Adobe Acrobat Reader. You probably already have this program on your computer.
When it opens up, just print it on a regular printer.
Each 8 1/2 x 11 sheet will have two registration marks (a small circle with a cross in it)in each corner. Line up all the pages on a large table with the registration marks lined up. Then tape them together. You may have to trim off the edges of the sheet, a paper cutter comes in handy for this.
It takes a little time, but you will end up with a big set of plans.
The key is making sure you line the registration marks up well.
Its really not as hard as it sounds. You should have them all taped up in about 15 min or so.
Also, make sure you measure the plans to make sure your printer printed them to scale.
Edit:
I dont know if the purchased plans come in printed copy or if they are .pdf format also. You may want to shoot them an e-mail to find out...Hope this helps.