RE: Advice on beginner setup
DD, the PT-40 is an excellent start, as it the Tower Trainer that Bruce mentioned.
The OS 46LA is OK, but if you can spare a few more bucks, a Thunder Tiger 46 Pro, or an Evolution 46 would be a much better choice as it will allow you to move up to better planes once your training is over.
PS, if you get the PT-40, build the "Sport" wing. The general consensus is that the Beginner's wing is far too basic and doesn't allow for anything beyond the basics.