RE: Mini UltraStick for first plane?
I'd start with a foam airplane first to make sure you have the basics down. If you like the Mini Stick I'd purchase one and build it but wait until you are sure you have your skills down. You don't want to wreck that nice looking plane on the first flight. I'd look at the GWS E-starter, Slow Stick, or the E-flite Cessna to start with.
Bevo