RE: new to flying
I've got to agree with Jetmech05. You've got to walk before you run, and you've got to crawl before you walk. No matter how much you want to, you're not going to be starting 3D flying until at least your 3rd plane. That's just the steps that you need to take. Trainer, intermediate trainer/2nd plane, and then MAYBE your first 3D plane. As far as the first and second plane, I've compiled a list of good planes for those. You can find that list here: [link=http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_4537845/tm.htm]Looking for a trainer, what's available. (Updated 8-14-06)[/link] .
Hope this helps
Ken