I'm thinking of getting an R/C plane (no duh) and after reading a bit, it seems that the Firebird Scout is a pretty good plane for its price. It's price is probably the maximum im willing to fork out, give or take a couple of dollars. I don't understand how a 2CH plane works though, do you need elevators for sharper turning, altitude etc? A typical real life plane needs throttle, ailerons and elevator, that's 3 channels. So how does a 2CH plane work?

Also, for those who have Firebird Scouts, do you pull back the left stick or push it forward to make it climb? Is the plane stable? Why does the left tailplane control surface move up when you steer right? Wouldn't that lead to it turning left?

Are there any other planes that would be better than the Firebird Scout for its price?

Thanks for your help