I want to get into flying and want to first start with a simulator. I'm looking at AFPD as the software but need a radio to go with it. I want a radio that will work with the software as well as one that I can grow into in the future. I'm trying to find a radio that would suit me as a beginner and then grow with me as I advance. I'm trying to stay away from upgrading radios as I get better and would just buy the best available that is also good for a beginner.

Anyone have recommendations? How many channels? Etc...

Thanks....